70 years of Nuremberg Airport: Fixed with great attractions despite the rain!

70 years of Nuremberg Airport: Fixed with great attractions despite the rain!

Nürnberg, Deutschland - On May 25, 2025, Nuremberg Airport, also known as Albrecht Dürer Airport, celebrated its 70th anniversary with a large airport festival. The event took place for the first time since 2019 and was a welcome opportunity for the citizens to explore the airport and its offers. Despite rainy weather conditions, there was a lively hustle and bustle on the airport site, such as t-online reported

The visitors had the opportunity to experience different attractions. The demonstrations of military aircraft such as the Eurofighter and Apache helicopters of the US military were particularly popular. Rescue helicopters and smaller aircraft also attracted the guests' attention. The offer of air traffic control and customs, which were present with sniffer dogs, was particularly gratifying. Sports clubs like the 1st FC Nürnberg and Greuther Fürth also built up stands in front of the terminal.

attractions and activities

While the weather, such as the flight flights in small aircraft of the Aero Club, unfortunately had influenced and had to cancel, there were still numerous other activities to discover. On the U1 open space next to the tower, guests found a comprehensive exhibition with aircraft and apron vehicles. In addition, the environmental village offered insights into topics such as biodiversity and energy concepts, including photovoltaics and sound insulation.

The airport fire brigade and the police presented their vehicles and equipment in the P7 parking lot. Children's program points such as action areas and face painting ensured that even the youngest visitors got their money's worth. The food was secured by various bistros in the terminal and food trucks that offered pizza, pasta and McDonald’s dishes.

positive visitor numbers

The last airport festival in 2019 attracted between 20,000 and 25,000 visitors. The positive feedback indicates that this year's festival was also a great success. According to Nordbayern, the mood among the visitors was unbroken despite the weather capers, and the event and attract families.

On the official side of the airport, the numerous highlights of the festival, which are planned for the next few years, are pointed out. Visitors can look forward to future events that will not only strengthen the airport, but also the Nuremberg region, as the Website of the Airport emphasized.