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FCO → BSL
Which side of the plane to sit from Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome) to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an incredible sequence of Italian lakes and the most dramatic direct views of the Swiss Alps, including the Bernese Oberland and Lake Lucerne, before approaching the Black Forest.
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Tuscan Hinterlands
The iconic rolling hills and vineyards of central Italy, with Florence occasionally visible depending on the flight corridor.
Italian Glacial Lakes
Spectacular views of Lake Maggiore and Lake Como nestled deep within the pre-Alpine foothills.
Bernese Oberland
Breathtaking close-up views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau massifs covered in permanent glaciers.
Lucerne & Lake Lucerne
The historic city and its complex, winding lake surrounded by the Pilatus and Rigi mountains.
The Black Forest
As the plane aligns for Basel, the dense dark evergreen forests of Southern Germany dominate the horizon.
Request a window seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of the Swiss Alps. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the mountains. Watch the window approximately 45-50 minutes after takeoff for the most dramatic glacier views. If landing to the south, you'll get a perfect view of Basel city center.
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Tyrrhenian Coastline
Aerial views of the crystal clear waters and the rugged Maremma regional park as you head north from Rome.
Elba Island
The site of Napoleon's first exile is often visible as a prominent green silhouette in the Mediterranean.
Mont Blanc Peak
The highest peak in Western Europe can be seen on the far horizon during the crossing of the alpine ridge.
Lake Geneva
Glimpses of the massive crescent-shaped Lac Léman and the city of Geneva in the distance.
Jura Mountains
The rolling, forested ridges marking the natural border between France and Switzerland during the final descent.
Sit behind the wing to capture the contrast between the Mediterranean blue and the white Alpine peaks. Mid-day flights provide the best lighting for the Tuscan coastline without sun glare. During winter, look for the 'sea of clouds' often trapped in the Jura valleys.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 743 km (462 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Arrival: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Route Type: International
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