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Which side of the plane to sit from Dortmund Airport (Dortmund) to Girona Airport (Gerona)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a spectacular vantage point for the distant Swiss Alps, the high Eastern Pyrenees crossing, and the beautiful Costa Brava coastline during the final descent into Girona.

Left Side Highlights
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Ruhr Metropolis

A sprawling urban view of the industrial Rhine-Ruhr area immediately after departure from Dortmund.

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Distant Alps

On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Swiss and French Alps are visible on the far eastern horizon.

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Eastern Pyrenees

Dramatic views of the jagged border mountains as the flight transitions from France into Catalonia.

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Costa Brava

Stunning aerial perspectives of the Mediterranean coastline, featuring turquoise coves and the Bay of Roses.

For the best photography, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine exhaust distortion. On morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so window shades or sunglasses are recommended. The final approach usually offers the best coastal views from this side.

Right Side Highlights
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French Countryside

Aerial views of the rolling hills, vineyards, and agricultural mosaics of the Lorraine and Champagne regions.

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Massif Central

The unique extinct volcanic craters and ancient plateaus of south-central France, including the Chaรฎne des Puys.

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Central Pyrenees

Deep glacial valleys and the high summits of the central mountain chain marking the Spanish border.

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Garrotxa Volcanics

Lush, forest-covered dormant volcanic cones located just north of Girona in the Garrotxa Natural Park.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be behind or above the aircraft, providing perfectly lit landscapes of France. Keep an eye out for the Garonne river basin and the rugged foothills of the Pyrenees before landing.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,131 km (703 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min

Departure: DTM (51.518299102799986, 7.61223983765)

Arrival: GRO (41.901000976999995, 2.7605500221)

Route Type: International

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