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Vosges Mountains

Dramatic views of the rugged peaks and dense forests of the Vosges range immediately after departing the Rhine Valley.

Champagne Vineyards

Aerial view of the sprawling, geometric patterns of the famous French vineyards near Reims and Epernay.

Alabaster Coast

The striking white limestone cliffs of Normandy near Dieppe as the flight reaches the French coastline.

English Channel

Views of the world's busiest shipping lanes with numerous container ships and ferries crossing between the UK and France.

Seven Sisters Cliffs

Stunning views of the iconic white chalk cliffs of Sussex during the standard descent path into Gatwick.

South Downs

The lush, rolling green hills of the South Downs National Park visible on final approach.

The Black Forest

Distant views of the dark, forested canopy of the German Schwarzwald across the Rhine River shortly after takeoff.

Ardennes Fringe

Glimpses of the hilly, wooded border regions of Luxembourg and Southern Belgium to the north.

Lille Metropolis

The sprawling urban landscape of Northern France, including the historic industrial and textile hubs.

Strait of Dover

On more northerly routes, you can see the narrowest part of the English Channel and the distant White Cliffs of Dover.

London Skyline

If the aircraft enters a holding pattern or approaches from the east, you can often see the distant skyscrapers of The City and Canary Wharf.