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ALC β†’ GSE

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior coastal views during the departure from Spain and a better chance to spot the Parisian cityscape and central European mountain ranges.

Right Side Highlights
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Costa Blanca

Immediate views of the Mediterranean shoreline and the high-rise skyline of Benidorm shortly after takeoff from Alicante.

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Massif Central

The ancient volcanic plateaus and rolling green hills of central France provide a textured landscape below.

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Paris Metropolitan Area

On clear days, the massive urban sprawl of Paris and occasionally the Eiffel Tower are visible in the distance.

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Northern German Plains

A patchwork of agricultural fields and winding rivers like the Elbe as you pass over Germany toward Denmark.

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Swedish Great Lakes

Views of the inland forests and the distant southern tips of Sweden's large lakes as you approach the destination.

The right side is best for morning flights to enjoy the Mediterranean sunrise. It offers the most diverse scenery, ranging from Spanish beaches to French urban centers and the lush forests of Scandinavia. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff.

Left Side Highlights
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Western Pyrenees

View the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the western Pyrenees as the aircraft crosses the border from Spain into France.

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Bay of Biscay

Distant vistas of the deep blue Atlantic ocean as the flight path aligns northwards over western Europe.

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Dutch Coastline

Visible patterns of reclaimed land, polders, and the intricate canal systems near Rotterdam and The Hague.

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North Sea Wind Farms

Massive offshore wind installations appearing as geometric white dots against the dark sea water.

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Gothenburg Archipelago

The distinctive granite islands and coastal skerries of the Swedish west coast during the final descent.

Sit on the left for evening flights to witness the sunset over the North Sea. This side is also best for viewing the complex hydraulic engineering of the Netherlands' coastline during the mid-portion of the trip.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,348 km (1,459 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 8 min

Departure: ALC (38.28219985961914, -0.5581560134887695)

Arrival: GSE (57.7747, 11.8704)

Route Type: International

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