Weeze

Weeze is a municipality in Kleve district within the Lower Rhine region of North Rhine-Westphalia, extending along the Niers River through flat terrain. The town sits roughly 18 meters above sea level and blends rural areas with modern facilities.

The area was settled as early as the Stone Age, as evidenced by archaeological finds and burial mounds in Kalbeck. Traces of a Roman road from the Franconian period reveal the long history of this region.

The Church of St. Cyriakus shapes the town's character with its restored architecture and serves as a gathering place for community events. The religious building reflects the Christian tradition that has long defined life in this area.

Weeze Airport is situated southwest of the town center and connects the region to international destinations through flights and shuttle services. Good access roads make arriving by car straightforward and convenient.

The municipality underwent a remarkable transformation when the former British military airbase RAF Laarbruch was converted to civilian use after 1999. Today it serves millions of passengers annually, fundamentally reshaping the area's economy.

Location: Kleve

Elevation above the sea: 18 m

Shares border with: Goch, Uedem

Website: https://weeze.de

GPS coordinates: 51.62667,6.19667

Latest update: December 12, 2025 02:03