Eifel National Park · Beginner-friendly
Canoeing on the Heimbach Reservoir: Kayak & Canoe in the Eifel National Park
Calm water, a long season, ideal for families and beginners. From age 7 accompanied by an adult who can swim.
⭐ 4.8/5 · 274 reviews
🏆 35+ years of experience
🛟 Life jackets included
6 km
Reservoir length
2 bis 2,5 h
Tour duration
age 7+
Minimum age (supervised)
March to Oct
National park season
Nature experience
Canoeing on the Rursee: Pure Nature in the Eifel National Park
The Heimbach Reservoir lies in the middle of the Eifel National Park. We paddle past the historic Art Nouveau power station of Heimbach, tell you about the beavers living on the banks and show you their lodge. Calm water, no current stress, perfect for watching, marveling and enjoying.
Calm water
Unlike the Rur tour, the reservoir has hardly any current. Ideal for beginners, children and leisurely tours at your own pace.
Eifel National Park
You paddle in the middle of the Eifel National Park. Unspoiled nature, where white-tailed eagles, wildcats and beavers are no rare sight.
Perfect for families
We use stable canoes, ideal for families, because you all sit together in one boat. Children from age 7 paddle along in the boat of an adult who can swim.
Long season
From March to October you can explore the reservoir. Especially beautiful in spring: budding trees, birdsong and clear water.
Booking
Book Your Date Now: Heimbach Reservoir
Guided tour in canoes, €28 per person. Pick a date and group size. Cancel up to 60 days before the tour: 100% money back. After that, the amount converts into a voucher (valid 36 months, transferable). With Stornoflex (€4.90 per person) you can cancel for any reason up to 48 h before the tour and get the full tour price back.
Private group of 20 or more? Happy to arrange it (smaller groups too, at the same flat rate), get in touch via company outings & groups. For school classes see school group offers.
At a glance
The essentials for your reservoir day
28 €
per person
2 bis 2,5 Std.
Tour duration
March to Oct
Season
age 7+
Minimum age (supervised)
In der Goldkuhl
Hasenfeld · 15 min walk
What to bring
Normal casual clothing
Sturdy footwear
Sunscreen
Snacks (optional)
Drinks (plastic or metal bottle)
Waterproof bag (if you have one)
Getting here: street parking at 'In der Goldkuhl' in Heimbach's Hasenfeld district, about a 15-minute walk to the launch site. More details in the FAQ 'Is there parking?'.
Reviews
What Our Guests Say
Real Google reviews from our guests: 4.8 ★ from 274 reviews.
We had a blast canoeing on the Heimbach reservoir! Ages in our group ranged from 9 to 50, and everyone was thrilled. A great activity for groups or families!
S. A. · October 19, 2025
Great service, fantastic staff and a beautiful setting at the reservoir in Heimbach! Our team event in the four-seater kayaks was varied, fun and perfectly organized.
MON TE · September 19, 2025
Out on the water it was fun and entertaining, and the short talk about the beavers especially fascinated me. All in all a truly wonderful experience. Many thanks, gladly again!
Alexandra Gossen · September 19, 2025
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about the Heimbach Reservoir
Do I need canoeing experience?
No. The reservoir is the waters we recommend for absolute beginners. The calm water without current makes paddling easy to learn. Our briefing at the jetty is all you need to paddle safely right away.
Can I bring children?
Yes. The minimum age at the reservoir is 7, accompanied by an adult in the same boat who can swim. We use canoes (multi-seaters), so parents and children paddle together. Life jackets in children's sizes are provided. More on 'being able to swim safely' →
What is the difference to the Rur tour?
The reservoir tour takes place on still water: ideal for beginners, relaxed paddling and wildlife watching. The Rur tour runs downstream on the river (14 km, approx. 4.5 hrs) with a light current, a bit more demanding and adventurous. View the Rur tour →
How long does a reservoir tour take?
The guided tour takes about 2 to 2.5 hours on a roughly 6 km route. Ideal for exploring without it getting too long.
Can I cancel if the weather app looks bad?
Cancellation is scaled: up to 60 days before the tour you get 100% of your money back. Between 60 and 14 days we convert the amount into a voucher (valid 36 months, transferable). With Stornoflex (€4.90 per person at booking) you can cancel for any reason up to 48 h before the tour and get the full tour price back. In dangerous weather we cancel the tour ourselves, light rain is no reason to cancel. Weather details →
Is there parking?
Street parking at 'In der Goldkuhl' in Heimbach's Hasenfeld district, about a 15-minute walk to the launch site. By train: Heimbach station is about a 45-minute walk away. Open the route in Google Maps →