New fast charging park opens at Dresden Airport
On 29 January 2026, EnBW and Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG opened a new fast charging park at Dresden Airport featuring 12 High-Power-Charging (HPC) points with up to 400 kW each. Located southeast of parking area P2 on Flughafenstraße and directly accessible from the A4 and A13 motorways, the installation is publicly accessible 24/7. Depending on the vehicle, drivers can add up to 400 km of range in around 15 minutes. The site is designed to be expandable from the initial 12 points to up to 40 charging points to meet future demand.
Location and access
The charging park sits at a central transport node in Saxony, making it convenient for airport visitors, employees, commuters and long-distance travelers. Its position near major motorways supports quick top-ups during trips and offers straightforward access for drivers arriving at or departing from the airport.
- Site: Dresden Airport, southeast of parking P2 on Flughafenstraße.
- Opening date: 29 January 2026.
- Initial capacity: 12 HPC charging points.
- Maximum charging power: up to 400 kW per point.
- Access: public, 24/7.
- Expansion potential: up to 40 charging points.
- Estimated recharge: up to 400 km in about 15 minutes, depending on vehicle.
Statements from partners
EnBW perspective
Volker Rimpler, CTO E-Mobility at EnBW, stated: “With the new fast charging location at Dresden Airport, we are creating a powerful charging infrastructure at a central transport hub in Saxony. This not only enables travelers and commuters to charge quickly and conveniently, but also strengthens e-mobility across the entire region.” This highlights EnBW’s focus on reliable, high-power EV charging where it benefits the most people.
Airport perspective
Katrin Lässig, Senior Vice President Real Estate at Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG, added: “With the new fast charging location at Dresden Airport, we are offering our guests, employees and partners a real added value.” The airport emphasizes the direct benefit for visitors, staff and business partners who rely on convenient public charging.
Benefits and regional impact
The new fast charging park closes a gap in charging infrastructure for airport visitors, commuters and long-distance travelers. It supports the region’s transition to electric mobility by providing high-power, fast and public EV charging at a strategic location. This development is aligned with rapid growth in electric vehicle adoption in Germany.
- Faster travel: quick top-ups for long-distance routes and airport transfers.
- Convenience: public, 24/7 access close to parking and motorways.
- Regional boost: strengthens e-mobility in Saxony and supports rising EV numbers.
- Scalable: room to expand to meet increasing demand.
EnBW network and strategic expansion
EnBW is a market leader in fast charging with over 8,000 high-power charging points across roughly 1,700 locations. The company plans to grow to 20,000 charging points by 2030 and provides access to a wider European charging network via its HyperNetz, which connects to around 900,000 charging points. In Saxony, existing EnBW charging parks include Chemnitz-Ost, Wilsdruff-Klipphausen, Thiendorf, Wildenfels and Meerane (80 points), alongside 284 charging points at retail and airport locations.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Opening date | 29 January 2026 |
| Initial number of HPC points | 12 |
| Maximum charging power | Up to 400 kW |
| Public access | 24/7 |
| Location | Southeast of parking P2, Flughafenstraße, Dresden Airport |
| Expansion potential | Up to 40 charging points |
| Estimated recharge | Up to 400 km in about 15 minutes (vehicle-dependent) |
| Operator | EnBW in cooperation with Mitteldeutsche Flughafen AG |
Practical information for users
Drivers can use the charging park any time, day or night. Its roadside position near the A4 and A13 makes it easy to plan a charging stop before or after a flight or during a long trip. Access to the wider charging network is available through EnBW’s HyperNetz connectivity, simplifying payment and station discovery across Europe.
- Plan your stop near Dresden Airport when approaching from A4 or A13.
- Arrive at the charging park southeast of parking P2 and connect your vehicle to an HPC point.
- Expect fast top-ups—up to 400 km of range added in roughly 15 minutes depending on the car.
- Use network services for payment and station finding through the connected charging network.
Outlook
The Dresden Airport charging park is a strategic addition to regional and national EV charging infrastructure. By offering high-power, public charging at a major transport hub, the installation improves mobility options for travelers and supports continued EV adoption. With plans for expansion and integration into a large European charging network, this site contributes to a more convenient and connected charging experience across the region.
