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BRU → SXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the rolling Ardennes forest and a more direct look at the Vosges mountain peaks during the descent into Strasbourg.
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The Ardennes
Expansive views of the dense forests and deep river valleys of southern Belgium and northern France.
Verdun Battlefields
Historic landscapes of the Meuse department, where the topography still shows traces of World War I.
Nancy
View of the historic capital of the Dukes of Lorraine, known for its elegant Place Stanislas.
High Vosges
As the plane approaches Strasbourg, look for the more rugged peaks and rounded 'ballons' of the Vosges range.
Strasbourg Spire
During the final approach, the iconic single spire of the Strasbourg Cathedral stands out against the city skyline.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights as the light hits the Vosges mountains beautifully. You will get a better sense of the elevation changes on this side. During the landing approach at SXB, if the wind is from the North, the right side usually provides a spectacular view of the city center.
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Luxembourg City
Aerial view of the historic fortresses and the Alzette river valley cutting through the city.
Moselle Valley
Scenic views of the winding Moselle river and the terraced vineyards on the border of Luxembourg and Germany.
Metz
The tall Gothic spire of Saint-Stephen Cathedral is often visible as the flight traverses the Grand Est.
Northern Vosges
The dense, green canopy of the Regional Natural Park just before crossing into the Alsace plain.
Rhine Plain
The expansive flat valley floor that separates France from the Black Forest in Germany.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides a great view of the urban sprawl of Luxembourg and the industrial heritage of the Lorraine region. Watch for the change in landscape from the high plateau to the low Rhine valley.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 347 km (216 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Route Type: International
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