Luftfahrtmuseum Finowfurt

About the museum

The site on the west side of Finow airfield first served the German Luftwaffe and after 1945 the Soviet air forces, who did not vacate the field until 1993. Even during the political upheaval, interested people came together: the sponsoring association was formed in May 1991, and the museum opened in March 1992 – one of the earliest initiatives of this kind in eastern Germany.

In the course of a gradual conversion, the entire squadron area of a former Soviet aviation regiment became a technology museum, without constructing any new buildings. Preserved in their original condition are, among other things, twelve aircraft shelters and ammunition bunkers from the 1970s. The open-air grounds cover about 20 to 23 hectares in the landscape of the Märkische Heide.

The collection comprises about 25 aircraft and helicopters, mostly from the period between 1945 and 1985, including several MiG fighter jets, a Tu-134, an An-2 and helicopters of the types Mi-2, Mi-8 and Ka-26. There are also wreckage parts from the Second World War, cockpits, engines and around 60 historic vehicles. Thematic focal points are the aviation history of Brandenburg in the Second World War and the Cold War.

The museum is run by a non-profit association and relies on the commitment of many volunteers, who conduct research in eleven specialist working groups, for example on aviation archaeology, the Soviet 16th Air Army, the field railway and historic fire-fighting equipment. Large events such as the OST vehicle meeting attract many guests every year, and the grounds regularly serve as a film set.

Highlights

• Around 25 aircraft and helicopters, including MiG-21, MiG-23 and Tu-134
• Original, preserved aircraft shelters and ammunition bunkers from the 1970s
• Extensive open-air grounds on a former Soviet military airfield
• Engines, cockpits and around 60 historic vehicles
• Annual large events such as the OST vehicle meeting and the Gruselfest (spooky festival)

Permanent exhibitions

• Flugzeugsammlung auf dem Freigelände – Around 25 aircraft and helicopters of Soviet and East German origin, spread across the former squadron grounds with its shelters.

Founded

1992

Operated by

Luftfahrtmuseum Finowfurt e. V.

Admission & discounts

Dogs are allowed, except at large events.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator: no information
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

Certified as accessible for people with mobility impairments and for people with learning difficulties. Step-free paths outdoors, loaner wheelchairs and mobility aids, and plenty of seating. A four-wheeled bicycle for two to three adults and children can be borrowed for the extensive grounds.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Baby changing facilities
• Kids’ birthday parties

Bookable activities for children and children's birthday parties; every year on October 31 a spooky festival for young and old takes place. A family bicycle can be borrowed for the large grounds.

Getting there & parking

Amenities & dining

• Café
• Museum shop

Snack bar on the grounds; museum shop.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Private parties
• Corporate events

The grounds are used for private celebrations, children's birthday parties, company and club meetings, team building, large events and film and photo shoots; inquiries via the contact form.

Plan your visit