Valkenburg Naval Air Base, Military airfield and municipal monument in Katwijk, Netherlands
The former naval base spans across flat terrain near the North Sea coast, featuring two principal runways and multiple operational structures for aircraft maintenance.
The airfield construction started in 1939, and during World War II, German forces utilized the base, naming it Fliegerhorst Katwijk for their military operations.
A former aircraft hangar now serves as a performance venue for theatrical productions, including regular showings of military-themed performances since 2010.
The base maintains limited aviation activities, primarily focusing on glider operations through the local Aeroclub Valkenburg organization.
During the 2014 Nuclear Security Summit, the airfield functioned as a central base for police and military helicopter operations, including Apache and Chinook aircraft.
Location: Katwijk
Official opening: April 1939
Elevation above the sea: 0 m
GPS coordinates: 52.16611,4.41778
Latest update: May 12, 2025 11:43
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