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ALC → FKB
Which side of the plane to sit from Alicante International Airport (Alicante) to Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport (Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular combination of the Mediterranean coastline, the skyline of Barcelona, distant views of the Western Alps, and a close-up of the Black Forest upon arrival.
Costa Blanca
Stunning views of the Spanish white coast and blue Mediterranean waters during initial climb.
Barcelona Skyline
A clear view of the Catalan capital, including the Eixample grid and the Sagrada Família.
Camargue Delta
The vast salt pans and wetlands of the Rhône river mouth as you enter French airspace.
The Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped Western Alps and Mont Blanc are visible in the far distance to the east.
The Rhine River
The major European waterway snaking through the valley during the final approach to FKB.
Black Forest
Dense evergreen canopies of the 'Schwarzwald' rising sharply to the east of the runway.
The right side is premier for coastal scenery. For the best views of Barcelona, choose a seat behind the wing. During the descent into Baden-Baden, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the flat Rhine plain and the steep hills of the Black Forest. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Alpine silhouette.
Pre-Baetic Mountains
The rugged interior terrain of the Valencian Community shortly after takeoff from Alicante.
Montserrat
The unique, multi-peaked sawtooth mountain range located inland from Barcelona.
Central Pyrenees
Dramatic views of the high limestone peaks and deep valleys as the flight crosses into France.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic plateau of central France featuring extinct cinder cones and craters.
Vosges Mountains
The rounded, forested peaks of eastern France just before the descent into the Rhine Valley.
Sit on the left to avoid the direct glare of the sun on morning flights. This side is better for seeing the geological textures of the French interior. Look out for the distinct 'Puys' (volcanoes) of the Auvergne region roughly midway through the flight.
Distance: 1,357 km (843 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)
Arrival: FKB (48.7793998718, 8.08049964905)
Route Type: International
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