Flying a Drone in Belgium and France? Is it even possible?

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I’m planning to drive across to Belgium and France on somewhat of a history tour hoping to fly my drone near world war and medieval sites but I just need some clarity on the geomaps…

For context I have a DJI Mini 3 (249g) and have my operator ID and have done my training.

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- I’ve seen people have flown drones in Belgium, specifically Bruges but it appears to red on the map or is a pink zone a thing and therefore have different rules (height restrictions) - I read something online.

As for France, well that looks like ANYTHING that is populated is Red and therefore I would be prohibited from flying in those places. I am planning to visit Bayeux, Caen, Mont Saint-Michel, Omaha Beach and a few other places.

Could someone who has experience flying (or not being able to fly) at those places, reach out!

Much appreciated!

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One thing to remember is that (as we are no longer part of the EU), you need to get a EU Flyer ID.

I got one from a company in Luxembourg (It was free, and in English)
https://learningzone.eurocontrol.int

Sadly, I haven’t had the opportunity to use it yet, so an no use in regards to the ‘Red blobs’ on the map :slight_smile:

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These may help -

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France can be a nightmare, I have been a few times and if there is any sort of hamlet, village, town they seem to restrict drones. I wouldn’t bother taking it to France unless you want to photograph empty farmers fields.

Not tried Belgium

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Yeah, thank you. I got mine with the French system Alphatango and it was pretty easy to do.

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Thank you! That was my fear, to be honest. What a shame! Looks like I will be using my camera in France then! :laughing:

I think Belgium is far more relaxed than France :crossed_fingers: