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Grimbergen Airfield

Grimbergen, Belgium

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Grimbergen Airfield

Grimbergen, Belgium
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Historic general aviation airfield near Brussels, Belgium.

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Grimbergen, Belgium
Grimbergen Airfield (ICAO: EBGB) is a small general aviation aerodrome located in Grimbergen, a municipality in the Flemish Brabant province of Belgium, situated a short distance north of Brussels. The airfield serves private pilots, flight training organizations, and recreational aviation enthusiasts rather than commercial airline traffic. The airfield features a grass runway and supports light aircraft operations, gliding, and skydiving activities. It is home to several aero clubs and flight schools that make use of its facilities. Due to its proximity to Brussels Airport's controlled airspace, operations at EBGB are subject to coordination with Belgian air traffic control.
Notable facts
  • ›Grimbergen Airfield operates primarily grass runways suited to light aircraft.
  • ›The airfield hosts aero clubs, flight training, and recreational aviation activities.
  • ›Skydiving operations have been conducted at the airfield.
  • ›Located near Brussels, the airfield operates within tightly managed Belgian airspace.
  • ›No scheduled commercial airline services operate from EBGB.
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A quiet general aviation haven nestled in the Belgian countryside near Brussels

Grimbergen Airfield is a small general aviation aerodrome located in Grimbergen, a municipality just north of Brussels in the Flemish Brabant region of Belgium. It serves private pilots, flying clubs, and light aircraft operators seeking an alternative to the busy Brussels Airport at Zaventem. The airfield has a long history rooted in recreational and training aviation, functioning as a community hub for Belgian aviation enthusiasts.

Terminals
  • General Aviation Facility — A modest single facility handling light aircraft operations, pilot briefings, and club activities.
Ground Transport
  • Private car or taxi from Grimbergen town centre
  • Local De Lijn bus services connecting Grimbergen to Brussels
  • Car rental available in nearby Grimbergen or Brussels
  • Bicycle-friendly roads from central Grimbergen to the airfield
Nearby Hotels
  • Novotel Brussels Airport (Diegem)
  • Holiday Inn Brussels Airport
  • Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport
  • B&B Hotel Brussels Airport
Dining

The airfield itself offers limited on-site catering, typically through a small club canteen or bar frequented by pilots and visitors. The nearby town of Grimbergen has local Belgian restaurants and cafes serving traditional Flemish cuisine. Brussels city centre, approximately 12 kilometres south, provides a full range of dining options.

Traveller Tips
  • Contact the resident flying club in advance as the airfield operates primarily for members and pre-arranged visitors.
  • The airfield can be affected by controlled airspace from Brussels Airport, so check NOTAMs carefully before flying.
  • Public transport connections are limited; a private car or taxi is the most reliable way to reach the airfield.
  • Grimbergen is known for its Grimbergen Abbey and local Grimbergen beer — worth exploring after your flight.

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Grimbergen Airfield is a general aviation aerodrome located in Grimbergen, a municipality of the province of Flemish Brabant in Belgium.

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