Dresden: Königstein Fortress Paddle Steamer Cruise
1.Dresden: Königstein Fortress Paddle Steamer Cruise
Cruise the Elbe from Dresden to Königstein on a classic paddle steamer, spotting castles, Bastei rocks, and the Festung Königstein.
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15 Best Canoes & Kayaks Tours In Germany
The standouts.
A run-down of the 15 best canoes & kayaks tours in Germany: what each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
15 Best Canoes & Kayaks Tours In Germany
Berlin: Kayaking Tour Kreuzberg – Sunset on Landwehr Canal
2.Berlin: Kayaking Tour Kreuzberg – Sunset on Landwehr Canal
Sunset kayaking on Berlin’s Landwehr Canal in Kreuzberg—small group, tandem kayak, and guided history as you paddle 2 hours.
“it was great experience and really nice time at river! We even where going from unusual plase of the river due to heavy rain days before so it was problem with dirt and pollution at usually place. we were feeling that our place was really special and beautiful so I wonder how is at normal…”
Dresden: Paddle Steamer Winter Cruise to Pillnitz
3.Dresden: Paddle Steamer Winter Cruise to Pillnitz
Cozy 3-hour paddle steamer cruise from Dresden to Pillnitz for winter castle views, Blue Wonder Bridge sights, and a warm cup of mulled wine.
“freundlicher Service, schöne Einrichtung, nette Erklärungen, gute Länge”
Berlin: Kayaking Tour East – Kreuzberg and Spree river
4.Berlin: Kayaking Tour East – Kreuzberg and Spree river
Paddle Kreuzberg canals and the Spree on a 3.5-hour kayak tour. Follow the Iron Curtain line, glide under Oberbaumbrücke, spot Molecule Man.
“The tour is great value for money, they also offered us a beer, the girl who welcomed us and explained everything to us was very nice!”
Berlin: Guided Tour by Canoe
5.Berlin: Guided Tour by Canoe
Paddle Berlin’s Landwehr Canal on a guided canoe tour through Kreuzberg, passing Oberbaum Bridge and Molecule Man with a live guide.
“The weather was ideal for this activity—26 degrees Celsius with calm waters. Our guide Florian deserves all the credit; he shared unique Berlin anecdotes that I’ve never encountered on other tours. He ensures you maximize every moment and frequently checks in to enhance the experience. I hadn’t canoed in years, yet I felt completely at…”
Stuttgart: Canadian Canoe Rental
6.Stuttgart: Canadian Canoe Rental
Rent a canoe at Stuttgart Münster on the Neckar. Paddle 1–2 hours with gear and a route map, then relax at Riverhouse.
Berlin: Kayaking Tour West – one-way tour
7.Berlin: Kayaking Tour West – one-way tour
Kayak one-way West Berlin from Kreuzberg to Charlottenburg, passing the U1 line and a historic canal lock on the Spree River.
“Our guide was informative and catered well to ensure we all understood the history of the canal and surrounding areas. Such a good way to see another side of a city.”
Stuttgart: Stand Up Paddling Rental
8.Stuttgart: Stand Up Paddling Rental
Paddle the Neckar in Stuttgart for one hour. SUP board, paddle, and life jacket included, with a short briefing and great river views.
Leipzig: Karl-Heine-Canal 2 – Hour Canoe Tour up to 3 people
9.Leipzig: Karl-Heine-Canal 2 – Hour Canoe Tour up to 3 people
Glide through Leipzig on the Karl-Heine-Canal by canoe, passing villas, parks, and industrial landmarks with an expert local guide.
“Sehr netter Guide, allerdings manchmal schwierig zu verstehen durch Wind und Abstand.”
Explore Berlin by canoe
10.Explore Berlin by canoe
Relaxed Berlin canoe tour on the Spree and Landwehr Canal with included gear, friendly guides, and history from the water.
“It was a hot day & the guide was very sweet, we saw the molecular people close up and learned a little bit the about the history and the current issues.. Thank you”
Heidelberg: 2-Hour Kayak Tour
11.Heidelberg: 2-Hour Kayak Tour
Paddle Heidelberg’s River Neckar on a small-group 2-hour kayak tour with expert guidance, castle views, and easy paddling for all skill levels.
Fantastic canoe circuit
12.Fantastic canoe circuit
Paddle a beginner-friendly 8 km loop along the Danube and canal near Bad Abbach, with locks, canoe stairs, and wildlife.
“Wahnsinnig schln und idyllisch - kann ich nur weiterempfehlen!”
Kayak-Tour in Heidelberg on river Neckar
13.Kayak-Tour in Heidelberg on river Neckar
Paddle Heidelberg’s Neckar by kayak past Old Bridge, the castle, and the Hackteufel. Small English tour, gear included.
“Very nice trip, very nice guide. We had lot of fun. Boads were good. 100% recommand. A lot to see from water”
Lübeck’s old town by canoe: explore and circumnavigate on your own
14.Lübeck’s old town by canoe: explore and circumnavigate on your own
Paddle Lübeck’s old town island in a canoe. Circle the Holsten Gate, salt warehouses, and the museum harbor at your own pace.
“Super nette Einweisung. Prima Strecke auf der Trave. Gute Zeitvorgabe inklusive einer netten Pause an einem der vielen Anleger. Sehr zu empfehlen.”
Cultural kayak tour in Stralsund
15.Cultural kayak tour in Stralsund
Paddle Stralsund’s harbor by kayak for a 2-hour guided city tour with Hanseatic stories, Ozeaneum views, and a sailing ship from below.
“Great activity in Stralsund. Kayaking is fun, offers a completely different view of the city and an interesting historical overview.Auto-translated”
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