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CGN → PUY
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Pula Airport (Pula)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic experience, combining the winding Rhine valley, the highest peaks of the Austrian Alps including the Grossglockner, and a breathtaking descent over the turquoise Adriatic coastline and Brijuni Islands.
Middle Rhine Valley
The UNESCO-listed gorge south of Bonn, famous for its steep vineyards and numerous medieval castles.
Grossglockner
Austria's highest mountain, standing at 3,798 meters, surrounded by the vast Pasterze Glacier.
The Dolomites
Jagged, pale-colored peaks of the Italian Alps visible as the flight path crosses toward the Adriatic.
Istrian West Coast
The scenic transition from the blue sea to the red earth of Istria, passing over towns like Rovinj.
Brijuni Islands
A stunning archipelago and national park visible just minutes before touchdown at Pula Airport.
The right side is unbeatable for the approach into Croatia. To avoid the harsh afternoon sun, book a morning flight. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing to capture the dramatic contrast between the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea.
Cologne Cathedral
Aerial view of the iconic Gothic spires and the Hohenzollern Bridge shortly after takeoff from CGN.
Lake Chiemsee
Known as the Bavarian Sea, this large lake features the famous Herrenchiemsee Palace on its central island.
Dachstein Massif
Glacial peaks and dramatic limestone walls of the Northern Limestone Alps in Austria.
Triglav National Park
The rugged heart of the Julian Alps in Slovenia, featuring deep green valleys and limestone summits.
Pula Arena
One of the world's best-preserved Roman amphitheaters, often visible during the final turn into Pula Airport.
Choose a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Alpine peaks. On morning flights, this side will be shaded, providing better lighting for photography of the Slovenian landscape and Pula's urban center.
Distance: 834 km (518 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: PUY (44.89350128173828, 13.922200202941896)
Route Type: International
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