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Our Recommendation
9.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side is the clear winner for the approach into Venice, often providing a breathtaking panoramic view of the historic city, the Grand Canal, and the surrounding islands of the lagoon just before touchdown.

Left Side Highlights
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Amsterdam & Markermeer

Aerial view of the Dutch capital's canal rings and the adjacent reclaimed polders and lakes shortly after takeoff.

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Black Forest

Dense evergreen forests of southwestern Germany providing a deep green canopy visible during the mid-flight cruise.

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Austrian Alps & Dolomites

Spectacular jagged peaks and deep valleys of the Eastern Alps, featuring snow-capped summits for most of the year.

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Venetian Lagoon

The intricate patchwork of islands including Burano and Murano as the plane descends toward the Adriatic coast.

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Venice Historic Center

A world-class view of the Rialto Bridge, St. Mark's Basilica, and the S-shaped Grand Canal during the final approach.

Sit on the left for the iconic view of Venice during descent. If the aircraft approaches from the east (Runway 22), you get a perfect aerial tour of the city. Morning flights provide the best front-lighting on the Alps, while summer flights offer the best visibility of the lagoon's turquoise waters.

Right Side Highlights
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Rhine River Valley

The winding curves of the Rhine river as it flows through Western Germany toward the Netherlands.

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Lake Constance

A massive alpine lake bordered by Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, clearly visible from high altitude.

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Swiss Alps Peaks

Excellent views of the higher central Swiss peaks, often including glaciers and dramatic vertical drops.

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Lake Garda

The northern tip of Italy's largest lake may be visible in the distance as the plane crosses into the Po Valley.

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Mestre & Mainland

A view of the industrial port of Marghera and the mainland city of Mestre during the final landing phase.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. It offers superior views of the High Swiss Alps and Lake Constance. While you miss the historic city center on landing, you get an excellent view of the Italian mainland and the Venetian hinterland's agricultural patterns.

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Route Information

Distance: 937 km (582 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min

Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Arrival: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)

Route Type: International

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