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GDN → DTM
Which side of the plane to sit from Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport (Gdansk) to Dortmund Airport (Dortmund)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is superior on this route as it offers breathtaking views of the Baltic Sea coastline and the unique island geography of Northern Germany before transitioning to the scenic lake districts.
Gulf of Gdańsk
Stunning aerial vistas of the turquoise Baltic waters and the thin, sandy stretch of the Hel Peninsula curving into the sea.
Usedom and Wolin Islands
The intricate geography of the Oder Lagoon and the shared Polish-German islands featuring white sandy beaches and coastal lagoons.
Mecklenburg Lake District
An incredible 'land of a thousand lakes' showcasing a complex network of waterways and pristine nature reserves across Northeast Germany.
Elbe River Crossing
A clear view of one of Europe's major rivers winding through the fertile plains of Saxony-Anhalt and Lower Saxony.
Wind Farm Clusters
Large-scale renewable energy installations with hundreds of turbines visible across the flat northern German landscape.
Münsterland Approach
The final approach features the quintessential Westphalian landscape of scattered farmsteads and organized agricultural patches.
The right side is best during morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Look out immediately after takeoff; if departing towards the west, you will get a perfect view of the Baltic coast. Use polarized sunglasses to better see the sandbars and shallow water features along the islands.
Gdańsk Cityscape
A sprawling view of the historic Main Town, the Motława River, and the massive industrial cranes of the Gdańsk Shipyard shortly after takeoff.
Kashubian Lake District
The 'Kashubian Switzerland' features a mosaic of deep blue post-glacial lakes and dense pine forests spanning the Pomeranian heights.
Berlin Horizon
On clear days, the distant silhouette of Berlin's Fernsehturm and urban expanse can be spotted to the south as the flight crosses the border.
Harz Mountains
The dark, forested ridges of northern Germany's highest mountain range appear on the horizon during the cruise phase.
Sauerland Highlands
As the plane descends into Dortmund, the rolling hills and lush valleys of the Arnsberg Forest provide a vibrant green backdrop.
Choose the left side for evening flights to enjoy a spectacular sunset over the European interior. Keep an eye out for the characteristic red-roofed villages of the Polish countryside in the first 20 minutes of the flight.
Distance: 793 km (493 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 19 min
Departure: GDN (54.37760162353515, 18.46619987487793)
Arrival: DTM (51.518299102799986, 7.61223983765)
Route Type: International
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