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Our Recommendation
7.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the historic Dordogne châteaux shortly after takeoff, followed by the rolling vineyards of the Champagne region and the dense forests of the Ardennes during the descent.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Dordogne Châteaux

Ancient stone fortresses and cliffside villages visible immediately after departing from Bergerac.

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Champagne Vineyards

The neatly striped hillsides of the world's most famous sparkling wine region near Reims.

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Ardennes Forest

A massive expanse of deep green woodland marking the transition from France into Belgium.

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Meuse River Valley

The winding path of the Meuse River as it carves through the rocky terrain near the border.

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Namur & Dinant

Occasional views of the historic citadels perched above the rivers in the Namur province.

This side is ideal for morning flights to enjoy the soft light hitting the Dordogne valley. Look for the distinct change in topography as the flat plains of central France give way to the rugged, forested hills of the Ardennes. If the flight path takes a more easterly route, the cathedrals of Bourges or Reims can often be spotted.

Left Side Highlights
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Périgord Vert

The lush, emerald-green landscapes and winding river valleys of the northern Dordogne region.

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Châteaux of the Loire

Distant views of grand Renaissance estates as the flight crosses the Loire River near Orléans.

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Paris Skyline

On clear days, the silhouette of the Eiffel Tower and the Montparnasse Tower may be visible on the northern horizon.

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Picardy Plains

The vast, geometric agricultural patchwork of northern France stretching toward the horizon.

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Charleroi Basin

The industrial heritage of Wallonia, featuring old coal mines and steel factories, visible during the final approach.

Choose this side if flying during the late afternoon or evening to witness the sunset over the French countryside. Keep an eye out about 35-45 minutes into the flight for the urban sprawl of the Paris region to your north. During landing at CRL, you will likely see the 'Terril' slag heaps, which are iconic to the region's mining history.

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Route Information

Distance: 692 km (430 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min

Departure: EGC (44.82529830932617, 0.5186110138893127)

Arrival: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)

Route Type: International

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