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Which side of the plane to sit from Girona Airport (Gerona) to Maastricht Aachen Airport (Maastricht)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior departure view of the Mediterranean coastline and the potential to spot the western edge of the Alps during cruise.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Costa Brava Coastline

Breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and the rugged cliffs of the Cap de Creus peninsula.

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Pic du Canigó

The symbolic eastern peak of the Pyrenees standing prominently as you cross into France.

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Distant Alps

On clear days, the snow-capped French Alps and potentially Mont Blanc are visible on the far horizon.

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Luxembourg City

Aerial view of the deep river gorges and historic fortifications of the city during the final cruise phase.

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Moselle Valley

Sinuous river bends and steep vineyard-covered hills near the border of Germany and Luxembourg.

For the best experience, book a morning flight to see the sun reflecting off the Mediterranean. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the coastline, and look far to the east during the middle of the flight for Alpine silhouettes.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Garrotxa Volcanic Zone

Unique landscape of dormant volcanic cones and lush beech forests visible shortly after takeoff from Girona.

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Central Pyrenees

Dramatic views of the high peaks along the border between Spain and France.

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Massif Central

Aerial perspective of the Puy de Dôme and the ancient volcanic chain of central France.

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Ardennes Forest

Dense, undulating green canopy covering the border regions of France and Belgium during descent.

Watch for the volcanic craters near Olot within 5-10 minutes of departure. Afternoon flights are ideal for this side as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the French landscape clearly.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,028 km (639 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min

Departure: GRO (41.901000976999995, 2.7605500221)

Arrival: MST (50.911701, 5.7701400000000005)

Route Type: International

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