Am Weinberge – Am Saalenweg

Am Weinberge – Am Saalenweg, at about 290 m facing north, is part of a small cluster of related flying grounds near Fritzlar in Hesse. Before flying here, pilots are required to phone the air traffic safety office at Fritzlar tower to inform them of the planned flight operation — this isn't optional courtesy, it's how the site coexists with nearby air traffic. On the ground, farm fences that would otherwise pose an obstacle during flying are removed or laid flat for the flying window. The one real airborne hazard to know about: possible lee turbulence along the tree line bordering the landing field, which can catch a pilot who assumes the approach will be as clean as the launch looked.

Local rules & hazards

Pilots must inform the air traffic safety office at Fritzlar tower by phone before flying here. Farm fences that would be an obstacle during flight operations are removed or laid flat. Watch for possible lee turbulence along the tree line bordering the landing field.

Check conditions before you fly

A forecast for the valley is not a forecast for the launch. Before heading to Am Weinberge – Am Saalenweg, read the wind and thermals for the site itself, confirm the day's rules with the local club, and remember the standing rule — when in doubt, don't launch. In the free OutDare app you can open Am Weinberge – Am Saalenweg with a 7-day forecast built from high-resolution weather models, see who else has been flying, and get there with offline maps.