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Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the majestic French Alpine chain, providing a continuous panorama of snow-capped peaks before a dramatic descent over the Mediterranean coast.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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Vosges Mountains

Shortly after takeoff, view the rounded 'ballons' and dense forests of the Vosges range.

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Western Alps Panorama

A stunning sequence of high-altitude peaks, including the Ecrins and Vanoise massifs.

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Mercantour National Park

Rugged limestone cliffs and deep valleys marking the transition to the Southern Alps.

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Nice Cityscape

Unmatched views of the Promenade des Anglais and the Old Town if landing from the southwest.

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Baie des Anges

The sparkling turquoise waters of the bay as the aircraft aligns with the coastal runway.

Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, illuminating the Alpine peaks. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes into the flight for the best mountain views. On the final approach into NCE, this side usually looks directly onto the city of Nice and its famous harbor.

Right Side Highlights
7.6
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Burgundy & Jura

Distances views of the famous vineyards and the rolling Jura mountains to the west.

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Gorges du Verdon

Look for the deep turquoise ribbon of the Verdon River carving through the massive canyon.

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Esterel Massif

The striking contrast of bright red volcanic rocks against the deep blue Mediterranean Sea.

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Lérins Islands

The two islands of Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat sitting just off the coast of Cannes.

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Cannes & Antibes

Aerial views of luxury yachts and the celebrity-filled marinas along the Côte d'Azur.

The right side is spectacular during late afternoon flights as the sun sets over the Esterel mountains. It is also the best side to see the famous 'Riviera' coastline stretching toward Saint-Tropez during the initial descent phase before the aircraft turns for landing.

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Route Information

Distance: 597 km (371 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr

Departure: ETZ (48.9821014404, 6.25131988525)

Arrival: NCE (43.658401489300005, 7.215869903560001)

Route Type: Domestic

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