De Peel

1Final approach from the east

Should runway 24 be in use as such, this would be the preferred option with prevailing winds (southwest). To get here from the N270, head north on the N277 at the roundabout near Ysselsteyn, on the lower right of our map. After 3km, turn left onto the Bakelsedijk, towards Raceway Venray. This road leads to both a crash gate and the entrance to the raceway, while crossing the centreline of the runway. Park somewhere out of the way and choose a spot to your liking, keeping in mind that the aircraft will be seen at a rather steep angle. Do NOT use the Raceway parking without permission, even if the gate is open. From the crash gate, all of the runway should be visible.

2Final approach from the west

With aircraft approaching runway 06, this will be the best vantage point most of the day if you prefer to have the sun behind you. The Koperenpeel is a dead-end road that continues unpaved towards the base fence after a farm entrance. The viewing and photography angle will improve when continuing as far as allowed. Do NOT be in the way for farmers with your vehicle and do NOT damage any crops. Walk instead of drive if necessary.

From spot 1, drive around the base via either side. Via the north (N277 and Peeldijk) is more straightforward, via the south (Kempkensberg and Oude Kerkbaan) is a little shorter. When heading for this spot right away from a motorway and the N270, exit the latter near Deurne for Milheeze and follow the signs to that village. At the roundabout in Milheeze, turn right onto the Peeldijk and enter our map from the left.

3Poortje Bakel

Together with the crash gate at spot 1, this is the only spot known to us to legally obtain a view onto the runway. The Schoutsebaan is a paved dead-end road ending at another crash gate that is reached via the Peeldijk, just north of spot 2. Obviously, this road should stay clear for possible use by emergency services at all times.