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BSL β OLB
Which side of the plane to sit from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse) to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (Olbia)?
Left Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Alps, the Left Side is superior for the approach into Olbia, providing a spectacular panorama of the Costa Smeralda, the Maddalena Archipelago, and the Tyrrhenian coastline of Corsica.
Central Swiss Alps
Aerial views of the St. Gotthard Massif and the rugged peaks of the Glarus Alps shortly after takeoff.
Lake Maggiore
The deep blue waters of this massive glacial lake stretching across the Swiss-Italian border.
Po Valley
A clear view of the Italian plains with the distant skyline of Milan and the Apennine Mountains.
Bastia & East Corsica
The coastal lagoons and the port city of Bastia as the flight parallels the Corsican coastline.
Maddalena Archipelago
Clear turquoise waters and granite islands scattered in the sea between Corsica and Sardinia.
Costa Smeralda
The world-famous 'Emerald Coast' with its luxury villas and white sand beaches during the final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is essential for the iconic 'Isola di Tavolara' view if the plane circles before landing. Use a polarizing filter for photos to capture the intense turquoise of the Sardinian shallows.
Bernese Oberland
Incredible vistas of the Eiger, MΓΆnch, and Jungfrau peaks, along with the Aletsch Glacier.
The Matterhorn
The unmistakable pyramid-shaped peak is often visible in the distance to the southwest.
Gran Paradiso
The wild, snow-capped ridges of Italy's first national park in the Aosta Valley region.
Ligurian Coast
The dramatic meeting of the mountains and the sea near Genoa and the Italian Riviera.
Western Corsican Cliffs
Rugged red granite cliffs and deep gulfs characteristic of the island's wild western side.
Strait of Bonifacio
The narrow, windy passage separating the islands of Corsica and Sardinia, marked by white limestone cliffs.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes after takeoff for the best views of the high Alpine glaciers. During winter, look for the stark contrast of snow-covered peaks against the blue sea.
Distance: 761 km (473 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Arrival: OLB (40.898701, 9.51763)
Route Type: International
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