Jan Benzien (born 22 July 1982) is a German slalom canoeist who has competed at the international level since 1999.
He won additional 16 medals at the European Championships (3 golds, 7 silvers, and 6 bronzes).
In the semifinals, Benzien finished twelfth, failing to reach the top eight and the final round.
[1] Benzien serves with the German Army and has a degree in sport management from the Vocational Academy of Riesa.
He is married to the Olympic canoeist Mandy Planert; they have children, Justus Jonas and Mika.