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FMM → TXL
Which side of the plane to sit from Memmingen Allgau Airport (Memmingen) to Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the Alps immediately after takeoff, followed by historical urban landscapes like Nuremberg and Leipzig, and concluding with the scenic lakes of Potsdam and West Berlin.
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Allgäu Alps
Breathtaking views of the Alpine chain stretching along the southern horizon right after takeoff.
Nuremberg
Spot the historic Kaiserburg castle and the distinctive red roofs of the medieval old town.
Franconian Switzerland
A scenic region characterized by deep valleys, limestone cliffs, and numerous caves.
Leipzig
The Völkerschlachtdenkmal and the modern Zentralstadion are prominent landmarks from above.
Potsdam Palaces
Look for the Sanssouci Palace and its extensive gardens as the plane descends.
Havel Lakes
A stunning network of lakes including Wannsee and Tegeler See during the final approach.
Sit on the right for evening flights to catch the sunset reflecting off the many lakes surrounding Berlin. Immediately after takeoff from Memmingen, look backward and right to see the highest peaks of the German and Austrian Alps. During the approach into Tegel (TXL), this side typically offers a spectacular view of the Spandau Citadel and the forested banks of the Havel river.
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Ulm Minster
View the world's tallest church spire rising above the Danube river shortly after departure.
Swabian Jura
The rugged limestone plateaus and steep escarpments of the 'Schwäbische Alb' mountain range.
Rhön Mountains
The volcanic landscape of central Germany, known as the 'Land of Open Distances'.
Harz Mountains
The Brocken peak and the densely forested Harz National Park are visible to the west mid-flight.
Magdeburg
The distinctive Water Bridge and the winding Elbe river as you enter the northern plains.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. Keep your eyes peeled early in the flight for the Danube river. In the winter months, the snow-capped Harz mountains provide a sharp contrast against the flat northern landscape. This side also offers a good perspective of the urban sprawl of western Berlin during certain landing patterns.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 552 km (343 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: FMM (47.9888000488, 10.2395000458)
Arrival: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Route Type: Domestic
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