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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side of the aircraft is the clear winner on this route, offering a front-row seat to the most iconic peaks of the Alps, including distant views of Mont Blanc and the dramatic, jagged limestone formations of the Dolomites and Julian Alps.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Paris Skyline

Depending on the departure runway, you often get a spectacular view of the Eiffel Tower and the Seine winding through the city.

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Lake Geneva

Mid-flight, the crescent shape of Lake Geneva and the city of Geneva are visible to the south against the backdrop of the Jura mountains.

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Mont Blanc & The High Alps

The star of the show; look south to see the highest peak in Europe standing tall above the surrounding white-capped giants.

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The Dolomites

As you move east, the unique pale-colored vertical walls and spires of the Italian Dolomites come into view to the south.

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Mount Triglav

As you descend into Slovenia, look for the three-headed peak of Triglav, the national symbol and highest point in the Julian Alps.

Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the mountains isn't blocked. This side is particularly stunning during afternoon flights when the setting sun hits the limestone faces of the Dolomites and Julian Alps, turning them pink or orange—a phenomenon known as Enrosadira. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes after departure for the best Alpine panoramas.

Left Side Highlights
7.5
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Champagne Region

Shortly after takeoff, look down at the rolling vineyards of Reims and Epernay, the heart of France's most famous sparkling wine production.

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Vosges Mountains

View the rounded, forested summits of the Vosges massif near the German border, often dusted with snow in winter months.

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Hohe Tauern Peaks

As you cross into Austria, the northern edge of the Alps reveals the high glaciers and jagged ridges of the Hohe Tauern range.

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Salzburg Lake District

On clear days, you may spot the distant turquoise lakes of the Salzkammergut region tucked between the limestone massifs.

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Karawanks Range

During the descent into Ljubljana, this long mountain ridge forms the natural border between Austria and Slovenia.

The left side is best for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Watch for the Rhine River crossing about 30-40 minutes into the flight. If the plane circles north for the LJU approach, you will get an excellent view of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps just before landing.

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Route Information

Distance: 944 km (587 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min

Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)

Arrival: LJU (46.223701, 14.4576)

Route Type: International

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