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BRU → TXL
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the German heartland, featuring the Harz Mountains and the most iconic landmarks of Berlin during the low-altitude approach into the city center.
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Cologne Cathedral
The massive twin spires of the Kölner Dom visible as you cross the Rhine River.
Harz Mountains
Dense pine forests and the snowy peak of the Brocken, the highest point in Northern Germany.
Lake Wannsee
A beautiful view of Berlin's most famous lake and its white sandy beaches.
Olympic Stadium
The historic venue of the 1936 Olympics, easily recognizable by its open-ended roof.
Berlin TV Tower
The iconic Fernsehturm at Alexanderplatz dominates the skyline on the final approach.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to have the sun behind you, perfect for photography. The approach into Berlin is world-famous for its low altitude over the city center; have your camera ready as soon as you pass the Harz mountains. Seasonal snow on the Brocken peak is a highlight in winter.
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Antwerp Suburbs
Early views of the dense urban sprawl and port infrastructure of northern Belgium.
The Ruhr Valley
A vast industrial landscape of smokestacks and factories across western Germany.
Münsterland Plains
Expansive, flat agricultural fields and historic farmsteads of North Rhine-Westphalia.
Wolfsburg
The massive Volkswagen factory complex and the four iconic smokestacks of its power plant.
Sanssouci Palace
The historic Prussian royal gardens and palaces in Potsdam during the final descent.
Sit on the left side during morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Look for the industrial heart of Germany roughly 25 minutes into the flight. If the wind is from the west, you will get a clear view of the northern lakes of Berlin before touchdown.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 633 km (393 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Route Type: International
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