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FCO → STR
Which side of the plane to sit from Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (Rome) to Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the high-altitude Swiss Alps and the dramatic Tuscan coastline during the initial climb.
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Tuscan Coast
Breathtaking views of the Tyrrhenian shoreline and the Maremma region shortly after takeoff.
Elba Island
The largest island of the Tuscan Archipelago is often visible gleaming in the sea.
Swiss Alps
Panoramic views of jagged 4,000-meter peaks and massive glaciers in the Bernese Oberland.
Black Forest
The dense evergreen canopy appearing as a dark velvet carpet during the final descent into Germany.
Opt for the left side on morning flights to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Alpine peaks. Ensure you have a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze when photographing the mountains. In winter, the snow-covered Valais region is particularly stunning from this side.
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Ancient Rome
A potential bird's-eye view of the Tiber River and historic center depending on the departure runway.
Apennine Mountains
The dramatic limestone ridges and deep valleys forming the spine of central Italy.
Lake Garda
Italy's largest lake, easily recognizable by its narrow northern fjord-like shape.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' marking the border transition between Switzerland and Germany.
Hohenzollern Castle
The iconic fairy-tale castle sitting atop a prominent hill south of Stuttgart during descent.
The right side is ideal for spotting the major lakes of Northern Italy and Central Europe. Keep a close watch roughly 15-20 minutes before landing to spot the Hohenzollern Castle on its hilltop. This side usually offers better views of the Swabian Jura plateau's limestone cliffs.
Book Hotels in StuttgartDistance: 802 km (498 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: FCO (41.8002778, 12.2388889)
Arrival: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Route Type: International
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