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CGN → TXL
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior aerial perspective of the Harz Mountains and a more iconic approach into the Berlin area, including the historic palaces of Potsdam and the central Berlin skyline.
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Harz Mountains
See the Brocken, the highest peak in Northern Germany, often shrouded in mist or snow.
Elbe River
Cross the winding Elbe river near Magdeburg, a major waterway connecting the interior to the North Sea.
Potsdam Palaces
Look for Sanssouci Park and the historic architecture of Potsdam during the initial descent.
Berlin Skyline
Capture views of the TV Tower (Fernsehturm), Reichstag, and the Spree river as you approach TXL.
Lake Wannsee
A beautiful view of Berlin's most famous recreational lake and its surrounding villas.
The right side is essential for the scenic approach into Berlin. For the best experience, fly during the late afternoon to see the city lights beginning to glow or the sunset reflecting off the Havel lakes. The right side typically provides a direct line of sight to the Berlin TV Tower during the standard landing patterns.
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Ruhr District
View the dense industrial landscape and urban sprawl of the Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan region shortly after departure.
Steinhuder Meer
Spot the largest lake of Northwestern Germany located just west of Hannover.
Wolfsburg Autostadt
Glance at the massive Volkswagen factory complex and its distinct car delivery towers.
Tegel Forest
A lush green expanse and Lake Tegel visible during the final descent phase into the airport.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side is excellent for observing the transition from the industrial West to the agricultural plains of the North. Watch for the 'Autostadt' in Wolfsburg as a key landmark.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 463 km (288 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Route Type: Domestic
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