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Which side of the plane to sit from Bremen Airport (Bremen) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?

Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side (West) generally offers more dramatic transitions, following the Rhine valley and providing a front-row seat to the Black Forest before descending over the Swiss Jura mountains into Zurich.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
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Rhine River Valley

Iconic views of the winding river, dotted with historic towns and industrial centers.

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The Black Forest

Extensive views of the dark, dense evergreen canopy stretching toward the Swiss border.

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Mannheim & Ludwigshafen

A detailed look at the massive industrial complexes and the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar rivers.

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Vosges Mountains

On clear days, see the French mountain range across the Rhine valley to the far west.

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Lake Zurich

If landing on Runway 14, the right side often gets a spectacular view of the city and the long lake.

Book a seat on the right for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Rhine. This side is also superior for spotting the complex topography of the Swiss Jura mountains just before landing.

Left Side Highlights
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Harz Mountains

Distant eastern views of northern Germany's highest peaks during the initial cruise phase.

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Frankfurt Skyline

Opportunity to spot the Mainhattan financial district's skyscrapers if the route tracks slightly east.

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Lake Constance

A stunning panorama of 'Bodensee' where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet.

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Alpstein Massif

Clear views of the Säntis peak and the dramatic pre-alpine ridges during the descent.

Opt for an early morning flight to see the sun rising over the Alps; however, be aware of potential morning fog common in the Lake Constance region during autumn.

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Route Information

Distance: 621 km (386 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 2 min

Departure: BRE (53.0475006104, 8.78666973114)

Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)

Route Type: International

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