CGN → ZRH

Upper Middle Rhine Valley

The stretch between Koblenz and Bingen is world-famous for its incredible density of castles and historic ruins.

Lorelei Rock

The narrowest and deepest point of the Rhine, famous for its legend and steep slate cliffs.

Upper Rhine Plain

A flat, fertile rift valley bordered by mountains, offering views of the French Vosges in the far distance.

Black Forest (Schwarzwald)

Fly parallel to the Western edge of Germany's largest forest massif with its deep valleys and high ridges.

Zurich City Approach

Excellent views of the northern suburbs and the Limmat river valley during the descent into ZRH.

Siebengebirge

Right after takeoff from CGN, look for the volcanic Seven Mountains, including the famous Drachenfels on the river bank.

Frankfurt Skyline

On clear days, the financial district of Frankfurt is visible on the horizon towards the East.

Odenwald & Spessart

Dense forested mountain ranges in Hesse and Baden-Wurttemberg providing a sea of green.

Alpine Panorama

As the plane enters Swiss airspace, the distant peaks of the Bernese Oberland and Central Alps dominate the southern horizon.

Lake Zurich

During the final approach patterns, the left side often gets a sweeping view of the long, narrow Lake Zurich.