BVA → MAD

Paris & La Défense

On clear departures to the south, the distant skyline of Paris and the skyscrapers of La Défense are visible to the east.

Loire Valley Châteaux

As you cross central France, look down for the winding Loire River and its historic royal estates.

Massif Central

The rugged, volcanic landscape of the Auvergne region provides dramatic textures below the wing.

Central Pyrenees

A spectacular crossing of the snow-capped border between France and Spain, featuring the highest peaks of the range.

Madrid Financial District

During the descent into Barajas, the Cuatro Torres Business Area skyscrapers often appear prominently to the left.

Versailles

Shortly after takeoff from BVA, the vast gardens and palace of Versailles are often visible while bypassing Paris to the west.

Bay of Biscay Coastline

Distant views of the French Atlantic coast and the sandy stretches of the Landes forest.

San Sebastián & Biarritz

The point where the western Pyrenees meet the Atlantic Ocean creates a stunning coastal panorama.

Sierra de Guadarrama

The mountain range north of Madrid, which often remains snow-capped well into late spring.

Terminal 4 Architecture

A great view of the iconic wave-shaped roof of Madrid's T4 terminal if landing from the north.