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FRA → NUE
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Nuremberg Airport (Nuernberg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the historic city of Würzburg, the winding Main River, and typically provides a more comprehensive look at the Nuremberg metropolitan area during the final descent.
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Odenwald Range
See the northern fringes of this low mountain range shortly after departing the Frankfurt terminal area.
Marienberg Fortress
Look for this prominent fortress overlooking the city of Würzburg and the Main River valley roughly halfway through the flight.
Franconian Vineyards
A visual patchwork of vineyards lining the hillsides along the Main river bend is visible from cruise altitude.
Fürth
Nuremberg's neighbor city is clearly visible as the aircraft descends towards the runway from the west.
The right side is ideal for spotting Würzburg and the Franconian wine country. On clear days, the Main-Dreieck river shape is a key landmark to watch for. If landing on Runway 28, this side offers views of the southern parts of the city.
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Frankfurt Skyline
Catch a glimpse of the financial district's skyscrapers, known as 'Mainhattan', during the initial climb if departing to the east.
Spessart Nature Park
Fly over one of Germany's largest continuous deciduous forests featuring rolling green hills.
Erlangen
Spot the historic university city and its distinct grid-like baroque layout just north of the destination.
Nuremberg Imperial Castle
Visible on the left side during final approach if the aircraft lands towards the west on Runway 28.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Frankfurt skyline immediately after takeoff when using Runway 07. Early morning flights provide excellent lighting for the Spessart forest landscape.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 190 km (118 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: NUE (49.498699, 11.078056)
Route Type: Domestic
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