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BRN β AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Bern Belp Airport (Bern) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled panoramic view of the snow-capped Bernese Alps immediately after takeoff, followed by a scenic path over the German Black Forest and the Rhine Valley.
Bernese Oberland
Iconic peaks including the Eiger, MΓΆnch, and Jungfrau are visible in the distance shortly after departure.
Black Forest
Fly directly over the dense evergreen canopy and rolling hills of southwest Germany.
Rhine River
Trace the silver ribbon of the Rhine as it winds through the industrial heart of the Rhineland and into the Netherlands.
Amsterdam Canal Belt
If landing from the north or east, the right side often offers a bird's-eye view of the historic 17th-century canal rings.
The right side is the clear winner for Alpine enthusiasts. For the best photography of the Swiss peaks, use a fast shutter speed to combat engine vibration. In the winter, the snow-covered Black Forest creates a stunning monochrome landscape.
Jura Mountains
Detailed views of the limestone ridges and deep valleys along the Swiss-French border.
Vosges Massif
Aerial perspective of the rounded 'ballons' and forested peaks of eastern France.
North Sea Horizon
As the plane descends into the Low Countries, the distant shimmer of the North Sea is often visible to the west.
Rotterdam Skyline
On southern approaches, catch a glimpse of the modern architecture and massive port infrastructure.
Ideal for morning flights to keep the sun at your back. During the final descent, look for the intricate network of Dutch dikes and reclaimed land (polders) that define the landscape south of Amsterdam.
Distance: 631 km (392 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: BRN (46.914100647, 7.4971499443099985)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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