Eelde (EHGG/GRQ) — Groningen, Netherlands
Eelde (EHGG/GRQ) serves Groningen, Netherlands. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (01/19, 05/23). Field elevation is 17 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: EHGG
- Name: Eelde
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 53.119701
- Longitude: 6.57944
- Elevation: 17 ft
- Country: Netherlands
- Municipality: Groningen
- IATA Code: GRQ
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: EHAA
- Timezone: Europe/Amsterdam
- Distance from City: 11.1 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 01/19
- Designation: 01/19
- Dimensions: 4922 X 148
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: Edge lights, REIL
- NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (EEL 112.40), NDB (SO 330 kHz)
- Approach Types: RNAV, VOR
- Remarks: Currently INOP / not in active use. Only RWY 05/23 is operational.
Runway 05/23
- Designation: 05/23
- Dimensions: 8202 X 148
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: Edge lights, REIL
- NAVAIDs: ILS/DME (IEE 109.9 MHz, RWY 23 only, CAT I), VOR-DME (EEL 112.40), NDB (SO 330 kHz)
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I (RWY 23), VOR/DME, NDB/DME, RNAV (GPS)
- Remarks: Primary active runway. ILS CAT I on RWY 23 only. OCA(OCH): Cat A 201(189), B 213(201), C 225(213), D 235(223).
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.705 MHz
- Ground: 121.705 MHz
- Operations: 120.305 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 120.305 MHz
- ATIS: 133.555 MHz
Operation Hours
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Mon-Fri 06:30-23:00 local (04:30-21:00 UTC summer, 05:30-22:00 UTC winter). Sat-Sun 08:00-20:00 local (06:00-18:00 UTC summer, 07:00-19:00 UTC winter). Holidays: 07:30-21:00 local. Outside hours: urgent/medical only.
Contacts
- AIS Tel: N/A
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +31 50 309 7070
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.groningenairport.nl
- Remarks: Operations: [email protected] | General: [email protected] | PPR/LVNL queries: +31 50 309 9229 | Address: Machlaan 14a, 9761 TK Eelde
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: Yes
- PPR Contact: +31 50 309 9229
- Remarks: No slot coordination required. PPR required for weekend traffic outside published hours. Contact LVNL: +31 50 309 9229.
Customs
- Open: 06:00
- Close: 15:00
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: Yes
- Remarks: Customs office (NL000563) Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00 local (06:00-15:00 UTC summer, 07:00-16:00 UTC winter), closed weekends. Non-Schengen flights require General Declaration via Gendec.EU at least 2h before departure. Customs reporting center (24/7): +31 88 158 2780, [email protected]. EES operational since Nov 2025.
Fees
- Landing Fee: Cross-country: EUR 20.80 per 1000kg MTOW (up to 10,000kg), max EUR 22.10 for ≤1500kg, max EUR 37.10 for ≤2000kg; 10,001-20,000kg: EUR 186.00 + EUR 13.10/1000kg above 10,000kg; >20,000kg: EUR 308.30 + EUR 18.70/1000kg above 20,000kg. Noise surcharge: cat 1 +30%, cat 2 +15%, cat 3 +10%, cat 4 -5%, cat 5-6 -10%, cat 7-8 -15%. Night surcharge (after 19:00 local): +20% cross-country, +35% local, +50% training. All amounts excl. VAT. (Airport Charges 2025, effective 1 Jan 2025)
- Parking Fee: EUR 3.75 per 1000kg MTOW per 24h (min EUR 13.25). Free for ≤3000kg if <6h after landing. Free for >3000kg if <3h after landing. After-hours opening surcharge: EUR 1,030.00 per event.
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: EUR
- Remarks: Fees based on MTOW, flight type, time-of-day surcharges, and noise category. Indexed annually by CBS CPI. ARFF Cat 5. Contact: [email protected] / +31 50 309 7014.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-03
- Remarks: Available during airport operating hours. Payment via credit card or Shell Carnet card.
- Fuel Type: 100LL
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-03
- Remarks: Available for piston aircraft during operating hours. Payment via credit card or Shell Carnet card.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: No
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: International airport of entry. Royal Military Police (Marechaussee) handles border control. Valid passport or European ID required.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: 21:00
- Curfew End: 04:30
- Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
- Remarks: Weekday close 23:00 local (21:00 UTC summer / 22:00 UTC winter). Weekend close 20:00 local (18:00 UTC summer / 19:00 UTC winter). Outside hours: urgent/medical only. Noise surcharges apply by category.
Alternates
EHHO
- ICAO: EHHO
- Name: Hoogeveen
- Distance (NM): 23.5
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.
EDWE
- ICAO: EDWE
- Name: Emden
- Distance (NM): 28.4
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.
EHLE
- ICAO: EHLE
- Name: Lelystad
- Distance (NM): 55.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: No advance notice for intra-Schengen. Non-Schengen flights require customs 3h PNR. General declaration required for flights to/from outside the EU per EU Customs Regulation 952/2013
EHTE
- ICAO: EHTE
- Name: Teuge
- Distance (NM): 56.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.
EHTX
- ICAO: EHTX
- Name: Texel
- Distance (NM): 62.9
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Schengen zone. Immigration clearance available for non-Schengen arrivals. Standard EU/EEA border procedures apply.
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Netherlands Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: No
- Landing Permit: Conditional
- Overflight Lead Time: N/A - no permit required; file flight plan before departure
- Landing Lead Time: 5 working days before flight
Private non-revenue flights generally do not require landing permits. Must land at/depart from international airports. Standard Schengen entry procedures apply.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What are the operating hours of EHGG?
- Eelde operates from 04:30 to 21:00.
- What is the tower frequency at EHGG?
- The tower frequency at Eelde is 118.705 MHz.
- What fuel is available at EHGG?
- Eelde offers JET A-1, 100LL.
- Does EHGG require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Eelde (Netherlands).
- Is customs available at EHGG?
- Yes, customs at Eelde is available from 06:00 to 15:00.
- Does EHGG require slots or PPR?
- PPR is required at Eelde.
- Where is EHGG located?
- Eelde (EHGG) is located in Groningen, Netherlands.
- What is the IATA code for EHGG?
- The IATA code for Eelde is GRQ.
- How long is the runway at EHGG?
- The main runway at Eelde (01/19) measures 4922 X 148.
- Does EHGG have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Eelde has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 05/23.
- Is EHGG a port of entry?
- Yes, Eelde is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.