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Our Recommendation
8.2

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Jura Mountains shortly after takeoff and distant views of the snow-capped Swiss Alps, followed by the rolling volcanic landscapes of central France.

Left Side Highlights
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Jura Mountains

Dramatic limestone ridges and deep valleys visible immediately after departure from BSL.

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The Swiss Alps

On clear days, the distant peaks of the Bernese Oberland and Mont Blanc are visible on the horizon.

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Burgundy Vineyards

The golden slopes of the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits appear as a patchwork of world-famous vineyards.

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Chaîne des Puys

The northern edge of the Massif Central, featuring extinct volcanic domes like Puy de Dôme in the distance.

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Dordogne Châteaus

The descent toward Bordeaux reveals fortified castles nestled in the lush, serpentine Dordogne river valley.

Book an early morning flight for the best lighting on the Alps. During the final 15 minutes, watch for the Garonne river; as the plane turns for its final approach, you will get a sweeping view of the Entre-deux-Mers wine region. Avoid the wing area for unobstructed views of the mountain horizons.

Right Side Highlights
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The Vosges

The rounded, forested peaks of the Vosges mountains are clearly visible to the north right after takeoff.

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The Loire River

A crossing of France's longest river as it flows through the historic Berry and Orléanais regions.

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Limousin Forests

Dense expanses of chestnut and oak forests characterize the mid-flight scenery over central France.

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Bourges

The historic city center and its massive Gothic cathedral are visible as the flight traverses the Cher department.

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Gironde Estuary

During the descent, look for the massive V-shaped meeting of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers near the Atlantic.

The right side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Atlantic as you approach Bordeaux. On the descent, if the wind is from the west, the plane may loop over the Medoc peninsula, providing a spectacular view of the Gironde Estuary and the prestigious wine estates like Margaux.

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Route Information

Distance: 704 km (437 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min

Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)

Arrival: BOD (44.8283004761, -0.7155560255050001)

Route Type: Domestic

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