Minimum height (VFR)

Under SERA.5005(f), VFR flights must fly at least 1,000 ft above the highest obstacle within 600 m over congested areas, and at least 500 ft above ground or water elsewhere — except for take-off and landing.

German term

Sicherheitsmindesthöhe (VFR)

These are minimums; national rules can add requirements, and some areas such as nature reserves have published recommended heights. Low flying also reduces your options after an engine failure.

For general information only. Always use official sources, your aircraft's flight manual and current national rules for flight decisions.