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FRA → GWT
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Westerland Sylt Airport (Westerland)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views during the final approach, showcasing the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea and the distinctive silhouettes of the North Frisian Islands.
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Frankfurt Skyline
A stunning view of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers and the banking district immediately after takeoff from FRA.
Taunus Mountains
Green forested ridges of the Grosser Feldberg, the highest peak in the Taunus range, visible shortly after departure.
Wadden Sea
The intricate patterns of tidal flats and sandbanks as the flight reaches the North Sea coastline.
Amrum and Föhr
Breathtaking views of these neighboring islands, including Amrum's massive Kniepsand sandbank, during the descent.
Sylt Southern Tip
The 'Hörnum Odde' and the lighthouse at the southern tip of Sylt as the plane aligns for the final approach.
Sit on the left for the iconic 'island hopping' feel. Morning flights offer excellent front-lit views of the islands without the haze of the afternoon sun. Watch for the sharp contrast between the deep blue sea and the white sandbanks of the North Frisian coast.
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Vogelsberg
The remains of Europe's largest volcanic massif, appearing as a vast, circular forested area in central Hesse.
Elbe Estuary
Views of the massive river mouth where the Elbe meets the North Sea near Cuxhaven, often busy with container ships.
The Halligen
Small, undiked islands like Langeneß and Hooge that sit low in the water, appearing as green dots in the sea.
Dithmarschen Coast
The fertile, flat marshlands of the Schleswig-Holstein coast characterized by windmills and geometric fields.
Hindenburgdamm
The famous causeway connecting Sylt to the mainland, visible just before touchdown if the aircraft approaches from the east.
The right side is ideal for spotting the unique 'Halligen' islets. On evening flights, this side catches the warm sunset light over the North German Plain. Keep an eye out for the massive wind farms located both onshore and offshore in the later stages of the flight.
Book Hotels in WesterlandDistance: 543 km (337 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 54 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: GWT (54.9132003784, 8.34047031403)
Route Type: Domestic
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