Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 15h 58m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field
Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field is a small airport in Wetzlar, Germany. It sits at an elevation of 490 ft (149 m). It observes Europe/Berlin local time. The nearest airport is Gießen-Lützellinden Airfield (EDFL), about 3 nm to the se.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AREA | Class E | Controlled | 2500 ft GND | FL100 |
| EDGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
| FIS LANGEN | Special use | Type 33 | GND | FL100 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Germany airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 1,342 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 1,447 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 1,411 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 1,398 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 656 ft | 1,276 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 623 ft | 1,562 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 623 ft | 1,542 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 623 ft | 1,509 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field located?
Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field is small airport located in Wetzlar, Germany, at an elevation of 490 ft (149 m).
What time zone is Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field in?
Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field is approximately 3.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field?
The nearest airport to Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field is Gießen-Lützellinden Airfield (EDFL), about 3 nm to the se, followed by Aßlarer Hütte Airfield and Braunfels Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Garbenheimer Wiesen Glider Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.