Join Weilburger Touristikbetriebe for an unforgettable two-day canoe trip along the Lahntal River. From a fun boat slide in Wetzlar to rustic tipi camping, this tour offers a balanced mix of adventure, scenery, and cultural highlights.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in moderate physical condition, comfortable with paddling and walking on uneven terrain.
Wildlife
History
Weilburg's castle and old town are steeped in history, dating back to medieval times, providing scenic and cultural context to the paddling route.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes leave-no-trace principles, and the river is monitored to ensure water quality and habitat preservation.
Weilburger Touristikbetriebe
Join Weilburger Touristikbetriebe for an unforgettable two-day canoe trip along the Lahntal River. From a fun boat slide in Wetzlar to rustic tipi camping, this tour offers a balanced mix of adventure, scenery, and cultural highlights.
Weilburger Touristikbetriebe is a tourism provider based in Weilburg, Hessen, specializing in canoe and outdoor river experiences on the Lahn. The company organizes a broad range of trips from one-day canoe tours to extended multi-day journeys, including 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6- and 7-day itineraries along sections of the Lahn. Many routes run between well-known start and end points such as Oberbiel, Leun, Gießen, Runkel, Aumenau, Nassau and Weilburg.
Trips include features described in route summaries: paddling through scenic landscapes, navigating hand-operated or self-service locks, stopping at beer gardens, camping at riverside campsites and visiting historical landmarks such as Burg Dehrn and Braunfels Castle. Weilburger Touristikbetriebe also offers specialized student tours (Schülertour) with multi-day formats, and equipment options beyond canoes — including stand up paddling boards, touring bikes, e-bikes and a Weilburger Party Floß for group events.
Scheduling is flexible across many routes with options to extend passages (for example from Runkel toward Diez). The operation serves leisure paddlers, school groups and organized outings, providing local knowledge of the Lahn River corridor. All descriptions and trip choices are presented in third person and reflect the routes and offerings available from Weilburger Touristikbetriebe in Weilburg, Hessen.
Location
Weilburg, Hessen
Base on the Lahn River
Trip Lengths
1–7 days
Single- to multi-day canoe tours
Activities
Canoe, SUP, Bikes, Party Floß
Paddling, student tours and rentals
Route Features
Locks & Camping
Self-service locks and campsites
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Bring layers and waterproof gear
Weather can change quickly on the river, so packing proper clothing is essential.
Carry eco-friendly sunscreen and bug spray
Protect yourself from sunburn and insects without harming the environment.
Use waterproof containers for valuables
Keep phones, cameras, and keys dry during paddling and overnight stays.
Start early to enjoy calmer waters
Paddling in the morning offers more peaceful conditions and less boat traffic.
Personal flotation device (PFD)
A life jacket is crucial for safety during canoe trips.
Waterproof backpack or dry bag
Keeps your essentials safe and dry during kayaking and camping.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Layered clothing suitable for changing weather conditions on the water.
spring|summer|fall|winter
Footwear suitable for wet conditions
Quick-drying shoes or sandals for comfort and safety.