Brandis-Waldpolenz Airbase

The Brandis-Waldpolenz Airbase is a former military installation in Saxony with extensive aviation infrastructure still visible across the grounds. The site features a long concrete runway and numerous hangar structures distributed throughout the compound.

The base was founded in 1934 as a Wehrmacht flight school and later served as a Soviet military airport during the Cold War. After its closure in the early 2000s, the site was repurposed for renewable energy production.

The location shows traces of its role in German aviation history, visible in its protected monument status. Visitors can observe the remaining structures that tell the story of this military past.

The grounds are accessible to visitors, though sturdy footwear is recommended as the vast expanse requires considerable walking. Warmer months offer better visiting conditions for exploring the extensive site.

The site once served as a testing ground for experimental aircraft, including the unusual Sack AS-6 prototype. Components for the unrealized Horten H9 aircraft were also stored on these grounds.

Location: Brandis

Inception: 1934

Official opening: 1934

GPS coordinates: 51.32830,12.65690

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:45