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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the winding Moselle river, the Jura Mountains, and on clear days, a breathtaking distant silhouette of the Swiss and French Alps including Mont Blanc.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Rhine River Bend

Immediately after takeoff, see the industrial and urban heart of the Rhine-Ruhr region as the river snakes south.

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Moselle Valley

Exquisite views of the deep, winding river valley famous for its steep-sloped Riesling vineyards near Trier.

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Vosges Mountains

The rounded, forested peaks of the 'Ballons des Vosges' in Eastern France come into view mid-flight.

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Jura Ridges

Parallel limestone ridges and deep valleys marking the transition into the Rhône-Alpes region.

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Alps Horizon

On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the French and Swiss Alps provide a dramatic backdrop to the east.

Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the illuminated landscape without the sun's direct glare. Keep an eye out about 15 minutes before landing for the Jura mountains; if the descent path approaches from the northeast, you might catch a glimpse of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc in the far distance.

Right Side Highlights
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Cologne & Bonn

Aerial perspectives of the Cologne Cathedral and the former West German capital shortly after departure.

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Eifel & Ardennes

Dense forest canopies and volcanic lakes stretching across the German-Belgian-Luxembourgish borders.

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Luxembourg City

The dramatic cliffs and historic fortifications of the 'Gibraltar of the North' are often visible from cruise altitude.

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Burgundy Vineyards

The patchwork quilt of world-renowned vineyards near Dijon and the Côte d'Or as you head south.

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Lyon Urban Core

Excellent views of the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers and the Fourvière Hill during the final approach.

The right side is ideal for afternoon and evening flights to witness the sunset over the French countryside. This side is also better for spotting the urban layout of Lyon if the plane performs a western approach into Saint-Exupéry Airport. Look for the distinctive 'Pencil' tower in the Part-Dieu district.

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Route Information

Distance: 631 km (392 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min

Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)

Arrival: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)

Route Type: International

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