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DUS → GWT
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Westerland Sylt Airport (Westerland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of Germany's industrial heartland, the mouth of the Elbe river, and the iconic Hindenburgdamm railway causeway during the final descent into Sylt.
The Ruhr Area
The dense industrial skyline of the Ruhrgebiet, including Duisburg and Essen, shortly after takeoff.
Bremen Cityscape
A clear view of the city of Bremen and the Weser stadium as the flight heads north.
Elbe River Estuary
The wide mouth of the Elbe river near Cuxhaven, a major artery for international shipping.
Wadden Sea Mudflats
The UNESCO World Heritage tidal flats showing intricate fractal-like water channels during low tide.
Hindenburgdamm
The spectacular 11km railway causeway connecting Sylt to the mainland across the tidal flats.
The right side is essential for seeing the Hindenburgdamm during arrival. Morning flights are ideal for this side as the sun illuminates the shallow tidal channels of the Wadden Sea, creating vibrant turquoise and silver patterns.
Rhine River Bend
Aerial view of the Rhine river's sweeping curves immediately after departing Düsseldorf.
Lower Saxony Plains
Expansive views of the flat, green agricultural landscape and peat bogs of northern Germany.
Bremerhaven Ports
The massive container terminals and shipyards located at the mouth of the Weser river.
Amrum and Föhr
Direct views of the neighboring North Frisian islands with their white sandy beaches.
North Sea Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the open sea, especially striking during late afternoon flights.
Sit on the left if you prefer looking out over the open ocean and the coastal island chain. This side is better for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun, which can be intense over the water.
Distance: 416 km (258 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: GWT (54.9132003784, 8.34047031403)
Route Type: Domestic
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