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Which side of the plane to sit from Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (Bari) to Weeze Airport (Weeze)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a stunning traverse of the Central Swiss Alps and an iconic view of the Rhine River valley as you descend into the North Rhine-Westphalia region.

Left Side Highlights
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The Apennines

The rugged limestone spine of central Italy visible shortly after departing the Adriatic coast.

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Swiss Alpine Giants

Dramatic views of the Jungfrau region and the Aletsch Glacier as the plane crosses into Northern Europe.

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Lake Lucerne

The intricate, branch-like shape of this Swiss lake nestled between steep mountain slopes.

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Middle Rhine Valley

A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its high density of castles and steep vineyard terraces.

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Cologne Skyline

On the final approach, look for the twin spires of the Cologne Cathedral standing out against the city grid.

Choose the left side for optimal lighting during morning flights, as the sun will be behind you. Keep your camera ready about 45-60 minutes into the flight for the peak Alpine crossing. In winter, the snow-covered peaks of the Berner Oberland are exceptionally bright, so polarized sunglasses are recommended.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Gargano Peninsula

The 'spur' of Italy's boot, featuring dense forests and dramatic white sea cliffs.

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The Dolomites

Jagged, pale peaks of the Eastern Alps visible in the distance during the mid-flight transit.

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Lake Constance

The massive 'Bodensee' where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet.

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The Black Forest

Dense evergreen canopies stretching across the rolling hills of southwestern Germany.

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Ruhr Industrial Area

The sprawling urban landscape and industrial architecture of Germany's most populous region on the horizon.

The right side is perfect for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the horizon. It provides a great perspective of the Adriatic coastline immediately after takeoff from Bari. Watch for the distinct blue waters of Lake Constance roughly mid-way through the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,417 km (880 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 53 min

Departure: BRI (41.138901, 16.760599)

Arrival: NRN (51.6024017334, 6.14216995239)

Route Type: International

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