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BSL → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the massive northern range of the Alps, spanning from the Swiss Appenzell region through the heart of the Austrian Tyrol and Salzkammergut.
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Swiss Alp Massifs
Immediate views of the Säntis and the rugged peaks of the Appenzell Alps shortly after takeoff.
Arlberg and Tyrolean Peaks
Breathtaking views of the high-altitude snow fields and jagged limestone massifs of Western Austria.
Salzkammergut Lake District
The turquoise waters of Attersee, Traunsee, and Wolfgangsee nestled between steep mountain walls.
Dachstein Glacier
The prominent limestone plateau and glacier, one of Austria's most iconic mountain landmarks.
Vienna Woods (Wienerwald)
The rolling green hills that serve as the 'green lungs' of Vienna during the final descent.
The right side is significantly more scenic. For the best photography, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the northern faces of the Alps. Ensure you are seated away from the wing to capture the full scale of the Salzkammergut lakes.
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Lake Constance (Bodensee)
A vast view of the northern shores including Friedrichshafen and the German coastline.
Bavarian Alpine Foreland
The scenic transition from the mountains to the rolling hills and forests of Southern Germany.
Munich Distant Skyline
On clear days, the Allianz Arena and Munich's skyline can be spotted to the north.
The Danube River
The winding blue ribbon of the Danube becomes visible as the plane approaches the Vienna Basin.
Sit on the left if you prefer softer, indirect light during midday flights to avoid glare. This side is also excellent for spotting the urban sprawl of Linz and the northern industrial outskirts of Vienna during the final approach.
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Get eSIMs for AustriaDistance: 677 km (421 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min
Departure: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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