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ACE β†’ CRL

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers unparalleled views of Lanzarote's volcanic craters upon departure, followed by the rugged French coastline and the winding Loire River during the descent across Europe.

Left Side Highlights
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Timanfaya Volcanic Craters

Dramatic bird's-eye view of Lanzarote’s lunar-like volcanic landscape and lava fields immediately after takeoff.

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La Graciosa & Chinijo

The smallest inhabited Canary Island and its surrounding marine reserve visible off the northern tip of Lanzarote.

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Bay of Biscay Coastline

Sweeping views of the Atlantic meeting the French western coast, particularly near the Gironde estuary.

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Loire Valley Chateaux

Aerial perspective of the sprawling estates and the longest river in France as you cross toward the northeast.

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Charleroi Industrial Heritage

Unique views of the 'Pays Noir' industrial architecture and old coal mines during the final approach to CRL.

Book a window seat behind the wing to capture the volcanic terrain of Lanzarote without obstruction. For morning flights, this side avoids direct sun glare while crossing the Atlantic, making it easier to spot the contrast between the deep blue ocean and the white-capped waves. During winter, look for the snow-capped peaks of the Picos de Europa in northern Spain far to the east.

Right Side Highlights
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Costa Teguise Shoreline

Views of the golden beaches and turquoise waters of Lanzarote's eastern tourist hubs during the initial climb.

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Cantabrian Mountains

The jagged peaks of Northern Spain visible in the distance as the plane crosses the Bay of Biscay.

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Bordeaux Vineyards

Orderly rows of world-famous vineyards spanning the Aquitaine region of southwestern France.

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Paris Peripheral View

On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and the Parisian urban sprawl can be spotted to the east.

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Ardennes Foothills

The dense, rolling green forests of southern Belgium as the aircraft descends into the Wallonia region.

Excellent for photography on afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the French countryside and the Ardennes forest. Keep an eye out for the distinctive shape of the Seine river as you approach the Belgian border. Be aware that during mid-day flights, the sun can be quite intense on this side while flying north, so keep the window shade partially down if needed.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,831 km (1,759 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 46 min

Departure: ACE (28.945499, -13.6052)

Arrival: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)

Route Type: International

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