Canoe River Lahn 07. Stage Lahnau-Dorlar to Wetzlar-Fischerhütte

The entry and exit point Lahnau-Dorlar is located on the right side of the Lahn. Here you start the stage and paddle further downstream the Lahn. Soon you pass under the motorway bridge and later turn left into the lock canal of the Naunheim lock at a right curve of the Lahn. The lock is a self-service lock. Behind the lock there is a beautiful rest area on the right side. The entry and exit point Wetzlar-Fischerhütte is located behind the Wetzlar campsite on the right side of the Lahn.

Paddling is fun in any weather. Protect yourself in cool and damp weather with a water- and windproof jacket with hood.

In sunshine, the intensity of the sun is often underestimated because it feels pleasantly cool on the water. Protect yourself with a head covering against too strong sun exposure. Shoes do not have to be pretty but must fit firmly. The best are lace-up, sports, or special paddling shoes.

For storing spare clothes and valuables, waterproof barrels or dry bags are recommended. If you book your route through a canoe tour operator, they will provide them to you. Store your electronic devices only in waterproof containers!

The Lahn must not be navigated when reaching the HWS (Highest Shipping Water Stand)! The HWS is a preliminary stage of flooding. You can find current Lahn water levels here. A brief explanation of the water level displays is provided here.

At the QMW Canoe Seal (Quality Management Water Tourism) you can identify certified providers of canoe tours and canoe rentals. This award goes to businesses committed to preserving nature and water landscapes and offering their guests safe and professional quality. The companies work with trained staff, operate environmentally friendly management, and continually optimize safety and practical signposting for their guests. These companies always provide you with life jackets free of charge, because safety should cost nothing!

Always wear a life jacket when you are on the water, and especially ensure that no child is sitting in the canoe without a life jacket.

If you are traveling with a canoe tour operator, make sure to receive detailed instruction in canoeing. Ask for a river description that you can take with you on your river trip. The description should provide information about all entry and exit points, rest and overnight places, and special natural areas marked on a map. Additionally, you should be instructed about the nature special features of the respective river. If you are going on your own, obtain maps containing this necessary information. The latest regulations of the protected areas can be found here under "Current Information".

From Marburg or Wetzlar via the B49 to the Lahnau-Dorlar junction. Then via Wetzlarer Straße (L 3020) to Mühlweg

The nearest bus stop is at the Dorlar town hall. From here you can reach the entry and exit point Lahnau-Dorlar on foot in 300 m via Wetzlarer Straße and Mühlweg. 

Parking spaces at Mühlweg?

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35576 Wetzlar

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For storing spare clothes and valuables, waterproof barrels that canoe tour operators provide are recommended.