FAO → GRQ

Algarve Coastline

Golden limestone cliffs and hidden turquoise coves visible immediately after departure from Faro.

French Atlantic Islands

Excellent views of Île d'Oléron and Île de Ré as the flight path crosses the French coast near La Rochelle.

Bay of Biscay

A vast oceanic stretch where you can often spot large cargo ships and deep blue water patterns.

Brittany Peninsula

The rugged western tip of France is often visible to the west on clear days before crossing the Channel.

Wadden Sea Islands

During the descent into Eelde, look for the iconic curved islands and sandbanks of the Dutch coast.

Spanish Meseta

The high, arid plateaus of northern Spain and the distant peaks of the Picos de Europa.

Bordeaux Wine Region

Vast, geometric vineyard patterns along the Garonne River as you enter French airspace.

Parisian Horizon

On very clear days, the distant urban sprawl of Paris can be spotted to the east while over central France.

Benelux Urban Hubs

Dense clusters of cities like Brussels and Antwerp appearing as a mosaic of light and infrastructure.

Drenthe Countryside

The lush green pastures, forests, and peatlands of the northern Netherlands during the final approach.