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BOD → MRS
Which side of the plane to sit from Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (Bordeaux) to Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama, featuring the distant snow-capped Pyrenees mountains to the south and a spectacular approach over the Camargue wetlands and Mediterranean coastline.
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Les Landes Forest
The vast, geometric expanse of Europe's largest maritime pine forest shortly after departure.
Pyrenees Horizon
On clear days, the entire chain of the Pyrenees mountains creates a jagged, white-capped silhouette on the southern horizon.
Canal du Midi
The historic UNESCO-listed waterway connecting the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, visible snaking through the Languedoc plains.
Camargue Wetlands
The stunning Rhône delta featuring pink salt pans, lagoons, and intricate marshland patterns near the coast.
Gulf of Lion
The deep turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea as the aircraft turns toward the final approach path.
Frioul Archipelago
White limestone islands in the Bay of Marseille visible just before touchdown when approaching from the sea.
This is the prime side for sunset flights, as the sun dips toward the Mediterranean. Keep your eyes south for the Pyrenees during the middle of the flight. The descent is particularly scenic, often flying over the salt pans of the Camargue which appear vibrant pink from the air.
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Bordeaux UNESCO Center
Aerial view of the 'Port of the Moon' and the sweeping curves of the Garonne River immediately after takeoff.
Entre-Deux-Mers Vineyards
Dense patterns of world-famous vineyards stretching across the rolling hills of the Gironde region.
Massif Central Foothills
The rugged terrain of the southern French highlands visible to the northeast during the cruise phase.
Étang de Berre
A massive saltwater lagoon situated just north of Marseille airport, offering shimmering reflections during descent.
Choose this side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. It provides excellent views of the Garonne's river system and the dense urban layout of Bordeaux. During the final approach, look for the industrial yet fascinating landscape of the Marignane region.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 498 km (309 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: BOD (44.8283004761, -0.7155560255050001)
Arrival: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Route Type: Domestic
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