BIQ → ORY

Bay of Biscay Coastline

Immediate views of the silver coast and crashing Atlantic waves upon departure from Biarritz.

Dune du Pilat

The tallest sand dune in Europe, located near Arcachon, appears as a massive golden strip between the forest and the ocean.

Bordeaux & Garonne

A clear view of the crescent-shaped city of Bordeaux and the wide, silty Garonne river.

Loire Valley Châteaux

Numerous historic French estates and the winding Loire River are visible as you head north.

Parisian Skyline

During the descent into Orly, the Eiffel Tower and Montparnasse Tower are often visible on the distant horizon.

Pyrenees Mountains

Looking south during the initial climb, you can see the jagged, often snow-capped peaks of the mountain range dividing France and Spain.

Landes Forest

A vast, geometric expanse of maritime pine forest that dominates the southwestern landscape.

Dordogne Valley

Deep green valleys and ancient stone villages dotting the landscape east of the flight path.

Château de Chambord

On clear days, the massive, distinctive roofline of the largest Loire château can be spotted.

Seine River Meanders

The final approach provides views of the winding Seine as it flows through the southern Parisian suburbs toward the city center.