Mönchsheide Glider Field
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 16h 0m 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 Mönchsheide Glider Field
Das Segelfluggelände Mönchsheide ist ein Segelfluggelände westlich der Stadt Bad Breisig und östlich des Ortes Franken im Kreis Ahrweiler in Rheinland-Pfalz. Es wurde vor dem Zweiten Weltkrieg von der Luftwaffe der Wehrmacht als Feldflugplatz Niederbreisig-Mönchsheide errichtet.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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(3)
| 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 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sender Linz am Rhein | 512 ft | 1,122 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 489 ft | 1,804 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 489 ft | 1,677 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 489 ft | 1,713 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 489 ft | 1,654 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 489 ft | 1,709 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 489 ft | 1,785 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 476 ft | 1,572 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mönchsheide Glider Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mönchsheide Glider Field located?
Mönchsheide Glider Field is small airport located in Bad Breisig, Germany, at an elevation of 690 ft (210 m).
What time zone is Mönchsheide Glider Field in?
Mönchsheide Glider Field is in the Europe/Berlin time zone (UTC+02:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mönchsheide Glider Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mönchsheide Glider Field is approximately 3.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mönchsheide Glider Field?
The nearest airport to Mönchsheide Glider Field is Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler Airfield (EDRA), about 5.5 nm to the wnw, followed by Mendig Airfield and Eudenbach Glider Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mönchsheide Glider Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.