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BSL → MPL
Which side of the plane to sit from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse) to Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (Montpellier)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled panorama of the Swiss and French Alps, Lake Geneva, and a scenic approach over the Mediterranean coastline.
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Swiss Alps
Spectacular distant views of the Bernese Oberland peaks shortly after departure from Basel.
Lake Geneva
The iconic crescent-shaped lake is clearly visible as the flight heads south towards the Rhone.
Mont Blanc
On clear days, Europe's highest peak dominates the horizon to the southeast.
Rhone Valley
Aerial views of the winding river and the famous vineyards of the Hermitage and Crozes-Hermitage regions.
Camargue Delta
Salt pans and wetlands of the Rhone delta visible during the final descent into Montpellier.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you for the best illumination of the Alpine peaks. The approach to MPL often involves a turn over the sea, offering a great view of the Languedoc beaches from the left side.
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Jura Mountains
Dense green forests and limestone ridges immediately west of the flight path after takeoff.
Lyon
The confluence of the Saone and Rhone rivers can be spotted if the flight path tracks slightly west.
Massif Central
Ancient volcanic landscapes and rugged plateaus that define the heart of south-central France.
Gorges de l'Ardèche
The dramatic limestone canyons carved by the Ardèche river are visible mid-flight.
Cévennes National Park
Wild, mountainous terrain that transitions into the Mediterranean garrigue landscape near the end of the journey.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights, as the sun sets over the Massif Central mountains. Keep a lookout for the transition from lush green forests to the dry, rocky landscapes of the south.
Book Hotels in MontpellierDistance: 525 km (326 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Arrival: MPL (43.57619857788086, 3.96301007270813)
Route Type: Domestic
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