Camping in Lahntal

A relaxed journey, spacious campsites and rural charm - the Lahn Valley is ideal for a relaxing camping holiday with children. Active holidaymakers also enjoy travelling to the central German region. The Lahn invites you to camp by the river, which can be explored in kayaks and canoes. Anglers can also try their luck here.

Special features of camping in the Lahntal

More and more individual holidaymakers and outdoor fans are discovering camping in the Lahntal. Located in the centre of Germany, the area impresses with its incomparably beautiful natural landscape. The Upper Lahntal borders on the hiking areas of the Gladenbacher Bergland and the foothills of the Rothaargebirge. At just under 500 metres, the Rimberg is the highest mountain in the area.

Many streams run through the unspoilt landscape. They all flow into the Lahn, the largest river in the valley. Campers can picnic or fish on the banks of the river. Couples and families with children can spend the night in peaceful surroundings at the campsites in the Lahn Valley. Almost all campsites in the cycling and hiking region allow dogs.

How to get there

The romantic Lahntal is located in the middle of Germany, making it easily accessible from all directions and perfect for a short holiday or longer stay. Campers coming from Hamburg take the A7 motorway to the Lahntal. There are two routes to the hiking paradise from Berlin. The quickest route is via the A2 motorway. It takes a little longer via the A9 and A4 motorways. The second option passes famous places: Jena, Weimar, Eisenach and Gotha are towns of historical importance and names that invite you to make a stopover on the route.

Campers who like to admire cities and sights on their journey into the countryside can take a leisurely approach to their journey into the Lahn Valley and take a sightseeing break every now and then. Marburg, for example, is steeped in history and well worth a visit. The university town borders directly on the Lahn Valley and enchants visitors with its well-preserved Marburg Castle. Frankfurt am Main lies to the north of Marburg. The economic metropolis is around 80 kilometres away from the villages of the Lahn Valley. Campers travelling from Frankfurt and Munich can reach the Lahntal via the A5 motorway.

Destinations in the Lahntal

The Lahntal valley boasts a magnificent landscape as well as a number of sights and landmarks. In summer, the medieval villages and manor houses attract numerous hikers. In winter, the landscape can be explored on cross-country skis.

Otto Ubbelohde in Goßfelden

The former studio house of the painter, draughtsman and illustrator Otto Ubbelohde is now a museum and can be visited in Goßfelden. The house's garden invites you to take a stroll. On special days, such as the Open Monument Day, refreshments are served in the garden. The atmosphere of the house and the painter's works and furniture take visitors back to life at the turn of the century.

The Christenberg

The Christenberg is 387 metres high and an interesting excursion destination. The old St Martin's Church is impressive and, with its old half-timbered sexton's house, makes a charming photo motif. According to legend, St Martin's Church is the oldest church in Hesse and commemorates the introduction of Christianity.

Caldern

Caldern is a district of the municipality of Lahntal. There are a few restaurants in the village itself, as well as St Nicholas' Church and the former Cistercian convent. From Caldern, you can hike along field and forest paths to the 24-metre-high Rimberg tower and enjoy the view over the countryside.

Activities and excursions

There are plenty of hiking, cycling and water trails in the Lahn Valley. There are always castles, fortresses and old churches to discover along the way.

Hiking trails with historical sights

On the hiking trails in the Lahntal, hikers and walkers often follow in the footsteps of the Celts and Romans. The Celtic-Roman Trail is a very popular hiking trail that runs along archaeological sites such as old graves, forest and castle ramparts from this period.

The 290 km long Lahnwanderweg is one of the most popular routes in the Lahn Valley and can be divided into several sections. The route always runs along the banks of the Lahn. Near the picturesque villages and old towns, you will also find beautiful overnight accommodation and pitches for campers. In the old town centre of Diez, you can visit a collegiate church from the Middle Ages and the baroque Oranienstein Palace.

Paddling and fishing fun on the Lahn

The Lahn is the largest watercourse in the Lahn Valley and offers a variety of water fun. Canoes and kayaks can be hired at most campsites in the Lahntal. Anglers like to arrive with their equipment and only need a fishing licence on site.

There are extensive cycle and walking paths along the banks of the river. These routes are also ideal for jogging in the morning. The quarry pond attracts swimmers and water sports enthusiasts with its lidos and bathing areas.

Gastronomy

The cuisine in the Lahntal can be briefly described as healthy and fresh. The restaurants in the Lahntal mainly serve local and seasonal produce. Delicious game and fish dishes can be found on the restaurant menus. Campers can buy tasty ingredients at the weekly markets in the villages of the Lahntal, in the delicatessen shops in Marburg or on the farms.

A locally grown wine is a favourite accompaniment to a shepherd's platter, roast beef from pasture-raised cattle or trout from Münchhausen. In the Lahn Valley, there are smaller wineries that produce exquisite wines. The Lahnsteiner brewery not only offers home-brewed beer, but also beer seminars on the art of brewing.

Best time to visit

The lush and green vegetation of the Lahn Valley is influenced by the warm and temperate rainy climate. Even in dry and warm July, rainfall can occasionally occur. Not only agriculture benefits from the water, but also the Lahn. The small river is a rushing body of water and provides welcome cooling in summer.

The Lahntal is particularly popular with campers who enjoy being outdoors in moderate temperatures. The Lahntal is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers all year round. Winter sports enthusiasts travel here in winter. Some campsites in the Lahntal are also open during the cold season.