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Braunschweig Wolfsburg Airport

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Braunschweig Wolfsburg Airport (BWE) is a regional airport located about 10 kilometers north of Braunschweig city center. While it handles some commercial and cargo flights, it is best known as a hub for flight training, with several flight schools operating from the field. For visitors, the airport offers sightseeing flights over Braunschweig and the surrounding region, providing a unique aerial perspective of landmarks like the cathedral, Castle Salzdahlum, and the Harz mountains in the distance. The airport has a small observation deck and a café where you can watch planes take off and land. It's also a popular spot for aviation enthusiasts.

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  • Sightseeing flights over Braunschweig and the Harz region
  • Observation deck for plane spotting
  • Flight training schools offering introductory flights
  • The airport café with views of the runway
  • Annual open house events with static aircraft displays

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