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Guided canoeing experience on the Wiltinger Saarbogen
- 11.05. – 28.09.2025Dates overview
- 10:30 - 17:30
After an introduction to paddling techniques, we will embark on a guided canoe tour of a total length of 14 km from Saarburg to Konz-Könen in three-person canoes. The most adventurous part is the 7 km stretch through the Wiltinger Saarbogen Nature Reserve. Afterwards, the group will take a break before continuing the tour on the navigable Saar Canal to Konz-Könen. Meeting point: 10:30 AM, Brückenstraße 4 at the Saar riverside in Saarburg. Tour ends: by 4 PM. Arrival in Saarburg: Around 5 PM. Prices: €53.00/adult; €38.00/youth up to 17 years old (includes canoe rental with paddles and life jackets). Minimum number of participants: 5 people. Maximum number of participants: 14 people. The return trip from Könen to Saarburg can be made by public bus. The canoe expedition is also suitable for beginner paddlers. All participants must be able to swim. In the event of heavy rain or thunderstorms, the tour cannot take place. Things to bring: weatherproof clothing, headgear, tour snacks, beverages, binoculars. Registration is required 3 days before the date: andreasgrauer@hotmail.com, Tel. 0151-27075468 or online via the experience shop: www.saar-obermosel.de/erlebnisse.
After an introduction to paddling techniques, the guided paddle tour of a total of 14 km from Saarburg to Konz-Könen continues in three-person canoes. The most adventurous part is the 7 km stretch through the nature reserve Wiltinger Saarbogen. There, rapids of the category calm water, level I - III are conquered.
On flowing stretches, you let yourself drift. This way, there is an opportunity to discover rare animals and plants without disturbing them. Afterwards, the group stops for a break before continuing the tour on the navigable Saar Canal up to Konz-Könen.
During this, the significant contrasts to the nature reserve can be admired.
The canoe expedition is suitable for paddling beginners.
The Wiltinger Saarbogen is the only remaining non-navigable and largely natural stretch of river of the lower Saar.
It has been a nature reserve since 1997, featuring light rapids, still water zones, river meadow sections, wetlands, and reeds.
This area serves as a magnificent retreat for rare animal and plant species. Some of them, such as a gray heron, cormorant, kingfisher, or traces of beavers, we are certain to see.
Meeting point: 10:30 AM, Brückenstraße 4 at the Saar river bank in Saarburg.
Canoe route: Saarburg – Schoden – Wiltingen – Kanzem – Hamm – Konz Könen.
Route length: 14 km.
End of tour: until 4 PM.
Arrival in Saarburg: around 5:00 PM.
Prices: €53.00/adult; €38.00/youth up to the age of 17 (including canoe rental with paddles and life jackets).
Minimum number of participants: 5 people.
Maximum number of participants: 14 people.
The return trip from Könen to Saarburg can be made by public bus.
All participants must be able to swim.
In case of heavy rain or thunderstorms, the tour cannot take place.
What to bring: Weatherproof clothing, headgear, snacks for the tour, drinks, binoculars (if available).
Registration until 3 days before the date: andreasgrauer@hotmail.com, Tel. 0151-27075468 or online through the experience shop: www.saar-obermosel.de/erlebnisse.
