Deutsches Segelflugmuseum mit Modellflug

Description

The German Gliding Museum with Model Flight on the Wasserkuppe presents a fascinating display of historical and modern aircraft over an area of around 4,000 square meters. Follow in the footsteps of the gliding pioneers and experience how the dream of flying came true. Learn more about the adventurous beginnings of air sports, the passionate development and research on the treeless heights of the Rhön Mountain, up to the current state of cutting-edge aircraft technology! From the first gliders to high-tech gliders.
The unique exhibition of around 60 originals and replicas spans from the first gliders to the high-tech gliders that have broken world records. On your tour, you´ll discover rarities like the forefather of modern gliders, the Vampyr, the gull-winged Minimoa, or the unusual rocket duck. Find out why gliders and model planes can fly at all with the power of the sun. Experience how it evolved from initial hops to long ridge and cross-country flights, why gliding forms a valuable community, and how one can become a pilot.

Impressive Model Flight Section: The museum also houses a variety of model airplanes as well as the impressive collection of model engines from the Dr. Rubin Foundation. Here too, you can discover milestones in the history of model flying, whether with or without an engine. Including rarities like original model aircraft from the Horten brothers, the animal researcher Bernhard Grzimek with a built-in camera for his rare animal shots, and much more.