Nuremberg Airport - NUE
Nuremberg Airport (NUE), also known as Albrecht Dürer Flughafen Nürnberg in German, is Bavaria’s second busiest airport, following Munich Airport. Located 3 miles north of the city center of Nuremberg, Germany, which it serves, this international airport offers flights to other parts of Germany, as well as to top European leisure destinations. Passengers heading to Egypt may also book their flights out of this airport. As of the 2017 statistics, Nuremberg Airport received approximately 4.2 million passengers, making it the 10th biggest airport in Germany.
Best Time to Visit
The inauguration for Nuremberg Airport took place on April 6, 1955. It was the country’s first airport built after World War II. Its original runway was initially extended in 1961, and then again in 1968 to its current length of 2,700 meters. The passenger terminal features 3 halls: two for departures, and one for arrivals. Forty desks cater to check-in procedures, and the airport’s apron allows parking space for up to 37 planes. This airport is the main entryway for travelers looking to explore Nuremberg and other nearby German towns such as Fischbach and Oststadt.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Travelers in transit, or just those wanting to stay close to the airport can book a room at the Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, a 4-star rated modern hotel ideally located right opposite the Nuremberg Airport. From here, it’s an easy 12-minute underground travel to the city center. Another option for accommodation is the Nürnberg-Apart, which is located approximately less than a mile from the airport and around 6 kilometers from the Nuremberg Christmas Market.
