Airport Cherbourg Manche (LFRC) IFR

3.0 ∅ rating

Maupertus-sur-Mer, Normandie, France 🇫🇷

Elevation: 140m (459ft)

Coordinates: 49.6503, -1.4703

3.0 ∅ rating

Runways

1 RWY, 2440m/8005ft 1 Runway, longest: 2440m/8005ft (paved)

Source: OpenAIP CC BY-NC 4.0

10/28

Concrete

2440m/8005ft

10/28 Concrete

Length 2440m/8005ft 2440m/8005ft

Strength 40/R/B/W/T PCN

What other pilots say about LFRC

Peter

2025-09-04 09:29:09 UTC

Following the closure in May 2024, I had to write a sad report : My trip yesterday to Cherbourg was a “bittersweet” experience. As always, Luc & Edith were wonderful generous hosts and a long leisurely lunch was enjoyed by all. But with them finally leaving, I was conscious, that after visiting their restaurant /wine outlet for nearly 20 years, this would be my last time. Their leaving, after their serving Pilots for 33 years, will be a sad loss and create a void which, at the moment, no one is prepared to fill. Without them, and Le Coucou de Fourchette, the airfield will be a ghost town and, I fear, deserted by GA. . Although still convenient for customs, if travelling West (with 24 hour PPR), when even they don’t turn up, one feels very lonely. The good.news is that i report that, very surprisingly, a new restaurant has now opened again at Cherbourg. La Table des Cieux https://www.ouest-france.fr/normandie/cherbourg-en-cotentin-50100/le-bar-restaurant-de-laeroport-de-cherbourg-maupertus-a-rouvert-ses-portes-5611bd92-fb4c-11ef-8a23-f6ed1268bcca This is surely a bold gamble, as there is virtually no traffic anymore at Cherbourg… I wish them well.

AI-generated summary, as of 08/2025 - may contain errors or inaccuracies

AirfieldBot

2025-08-22 16:04:34 UTC

Cherbourg (LFRC) offers both VFR and IFR operations, with a large runway and apron. Customs is available for Schengen entry or exit, requiring advance notice via the address in the AIP; a form must be requested, completed, and returned, but confirmation is not provided. Customs presence is typically arranged only when arriving from the UK or with non-Schengen passengers. Procedures vary; see AIP/NOTAM.

Landing fees are low. Example: landing fee about €15. Hi-vis vests are officially required on the apron, though enforcement appears lax. Fuel is available; payment may require a Total card, but fire crew can assist with credit card payments. Facilities include toilets and Wi-Fi in the terminal. The on-field restaurant La Table des Ciels is open from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; phone 02 33 71 18 12, website https://www.ouest-france.fr/normandie/cherbourg-en-cotentin-50100/le-bar-restaurant-de-laeroport-de-cherbourg-maupertus-a-rouvert-ses-portes-5611bd92-fb4c-11ef-8a23-f6ed1268bcca.

The airport is located outside Cherbourg; taxis to the city take about 15 minutes and cost €40–50. No bus service is reported. The terminal shop has previously offered wine and charts.

Be aware of prohibited areas west and southwest of the airfield. The airport is generally quiet with little traffic, but can be busy during parachute operations.