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Which side of the plane to sit from Bern Belp Airport (Bern) to Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the winding Rhine River, the dense Black Forest, and the iconic Siebengebirge mountain range during the final descent into Cologne.
Bernese Alps
Panoramic views of the Eiger, MΓΆnch, and Jungfrau peaks receding behind the plane after departure.
The Black Forest
Expansive views over the dark, dense evergreen canopy of the Schwarzwald region in Germany.
Middle Rhine Valley
The UNESCO World Heritage section of the Rhine, famous for its high concentration of medieval castles.
Rhine River Bend
Watch the heavy river traffic and cargo barges navigating the sharp turns of the river near Koblenz.
Siebengebirge
The 'Seven Hills' including the Drachenfels, marking the transition to the Lower Rhine region.
Cologne Cathedral
On northern landing patterns, the massive twin spires of the Dom are often visible on the horizon.
This side is essential for the scenic Middle Rhine Valley. Try to fly in the late afternoon for golden light over the Black Forest. Keep your camera ready during the descent as the plane often flies parallel to the Rhine, offering great views of Bonn and the Seven Hills.
Jura Mountains
The distinct folded limestone ridges of the Jura range visible shortly after takeoff from Bern.
Basel Tri-Point
View of the metropolitan area where the borders of Switzerland, France, and Germany converge.
Vosges Mountains
The rounded peaks of the French Vosges range are visible across the Rhine plain to the west.
Moselle Valley
Distant views of the steep, vineyard-covered slopes along the Moselle river near the Eifel region.
Eifel National Park
The unique volcanic landscape and maars of the Eifel region during the northern leg of the flight.
Choose a seat in front of the wing to clearly see the Jura ridges. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the western horizon, while winter flights often reveal the volcanic craters of the Eifel more clearly through the bare trees.
Distance: 440 km (273 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: BRN (46.914100647, 7.4971499443099985)
Arrival: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Route Type: International
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