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BVA → GRO
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais) to Girona Airport (Gerona)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Parisian skyline shortly after takeoff, the volcanic peaks of the Massif Central, and the dramatic meeting of the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean Sea during the descent into Catalonia.
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Paris Cityscape
Aerial views of the Eiffel Tower and the sprawling urban layout of Paris shortly after departing Beauvais.
Loire River
Crossing the longest river in France as it winds through the historic valley known for its chateaus.
Massif Central
Look out for the Puy de Dôme and other extinct volcanic cones in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
Eastern Pyrenees
Dramatic views of the high mountain peaks and deep valleys as you cross the border into Spain.
Costa Brava
The rugged Mediterranean coastline and the Bay of Roses become visible during the final descent into Girona.
Sit on the left for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the French countryside. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes after takeoff for Paris views, and about 20 minutes before landing for the best mountain-to-sea transitions. The left side is also ideal for spotting the Mediterranean coastline during the arrival sequence.
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Palace of Versailles
A potential distant view of the grand gardens and palace complex located southwest of Paris.
Gascony Vineyards
Expansive views of the rolling hills and agricultural heartland of Southwestern France.
Pyrenees Foothills
Observing the transition from the flat French plains to the rising ridges of the western Pyrenees range.
Montseny Massif
The lush, forested mountains of the Montseny Natural Park visible just south of Girona Airport.
The right side is recommended for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. It provides a more stable view of the rural French landscape and the western stretches of the Pyrenees. During the final approach, look for the medieval architecture of small Catalan villages scattered among the green hills.
Book Hotels in GeronaDistance: 841 km (523 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Arrival: GRO (41.901000976999995, 2.7605500221)
Route Type: International
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