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Varrelbusch Airfield (VAC)

Cloppenburg, Germany · small airport · 52.908° 8.041° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeVAC
ICAO CodeEDWU
Typesmall airport
NameVarrelbusch Airfield
MunicipalityCloppenburg
CountryGermany
ContinentEU
Latitude52.908° N
Longitude8.041° E
Elevation128 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
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Country & Timezone Info
CountryGermany
ISO Code
RegionCloppenburg
Continent CodeEU
IANA TimezoneEurope/Berlin
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+1
DST OffsetUTC+2
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Mild weather, minimal disruptions
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving VAC

LH — LufthansaFR — RyanairBA — British AirwaysAF — Air FranceKL — KLMIB — IberiaTK — Turkish AirlinesU2 — easyJet

🌡 Climate — Temperate (52.9°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Varrelbusch Airfield (EDWU/VAC) is a small general-aviation airfield in Lower Saxony, located near Cloppenburg in the Oldenburger Münsterland region. It is primarily used by gliders, motor gliders, ultralights, and light aircraft, with a club-oriented atmosphere and a grass runway. The field serves recreational flying, flight training, and local air sports rather than commercial airline traffic.

💡 Local Tip
Because glider and ultralight activity can dominate weekends, monitor the local frequency early and expect winch or aerotow launches; after rain, check the grass runway condition before landing or taxiing.
🚖 Getting There

The most practical way to reach Varrelbusch Airfield is by car, using the B213 or local roads from Cloppenburg; the field is in a rural area with limited public transport. The nearest rail connections are in Cloppenburg, from where you can continue by taxi or bus. On-site parking is generally available, but confirm access and opening times with the operator.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Varrelbusch Airfield?
A: The ICAO code is EDWU and the IATA code is VAC.

Q: What kind of aircraft can use Varrelbusch Airfield?
A: It mainly accommodates gliders, motor gliders, ultralights, and small general-aviation aircraft; commercial airliners do not operate here.

Q: Is Varrelbusch Airfield a customs or international entry airport?
A: No, it is a small local airfield and not a designated port of entry. International flights should clear customs at a larger airport.

Q: Do I need permission before flying to Varrelbusch?
A: Prior permission (PPR) may be required, especially for visiting aircraft. Check current NOTAMs and contact the airfield operator or local club before departure.
AI-generated content · Generated Oct 1, 2026 · deepseek-v4.1-flash

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