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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Vosges Mountains early on, the Frankfurt skyline at cruising altitude, and the scenic lake districts of Potsdam during the descent.

Left Side Highlights
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Vosges Mountains

Rugged peaks and green valleys of eastern France visible shortly after departure.

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Frankfurt Skyline

Germany's most impressive skyscraper cluster visible in the distance to the west.

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Wartburg Castle

The UNESCO world heritage site perched atop a hill near Eisenach in Thuringia.

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Thuringian Forest

A continuous stretch of dense forest and mountain ridges across central Germany.

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Wannsee & Potsdam

Beautiful views of the Havel river system and historic palaces during the final approach.

Opt for an early morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the landscape. Keep an eye out for the distinctive Brocken mountain in the Harz range about 30 minutes into the flight. Look for the glisten of the Havel lakes as the plane begins its final turn towards Berlin.

Right Side Highlights
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Black Forest

Extensive views of the iconic German woods and the Swabian Jura range.

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Stuttgart Basin

The industrial heart of the south nestled in a distinct valley bowl.

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Leipzig Area

Views of the city and the vast open-cast mining lakes transformed into recreation areas.

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Colditz Castle

The famous WWII POW camp building visible among the Saxon hills.

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BER Airport Complex

A birds-eye view of the massive new terminal infrastructure upon arrival.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the western horizon. During autumn, the foliage colors of the Black Forest and Thuringia are particularly vibrant. Watch for the large cooling towers of power plants in the Brandenburg plains as a sign you are nearing Berlin.

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Route Information

Distance: 683 km (424 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min

Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)

Arrival: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)

Route Type: International

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