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Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Bremen Airport (Bremen)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular view of the Frankfurt skyline upon departure and provides excellent views of the Weser River and Bremen's city center during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
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Frankfurt Skyline

Unrivaled views of Germany's only major skyscraper cluster, known as Mainhattan, shortly after liftoff.

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Vogelsberg

The largest volcanic massif in Central Europe, appearing as a vast, circular forested area.

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Weser Uplands

Scenic hills and valleys following the Weser River, the setting for many Brothers Grimm fairy tales.

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Steinhuder Meer

Northwest Germany's largest inland lake is often visible to the east on clear days during the descent.

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Weserstadion

The iconic home of Werder Bremen, located right on the riverbank, often visible during the final approach pattern.

Choose the right side for the most iconic views of Frankfurt's banking district. During the descent into Bremen, the Weser River provides a great visual guide for spotting landmarks like the Schnoor quarter and the stadium.

Left Side Highlights
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Taunus Mountains

Dense forests and rolling hills of the Grosser Feldberg visible immediately after takeoff from Frankfurt.

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Westerwald

A green, hilly region known for its unique basalt formations and extensive hiking trails.

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Münsterland

A patchwork of fields and meadows famous for its high density of historic moated castles.

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Teutoburg Forest

A long, distinctive forested ridge near Osnabrück that marks the transition to the North German Plain.

Sit on the left during sunset flights to capture the warm glow over the Rhineland. Keep an eye out for the distinct geological line of the Teutoburg Forest roughly 20 minutes into the flight.

Top Activities in Bremen
Route Information

Distance: 335 km (208 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 34 min

Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)

Arrival: BRE (53.0475006104, 8.78666973114)

Route Type: Domestic

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