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GVA → STR
Which side of the plane to sit from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva) to Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this short hop, offering iconic views of the French and Swiss Alps, including distant vistas of Mont Blanc, and a better perspective of Lake Geneva upon departure.
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Lake Geneva (Lac Léman)
Unrivaled views of the crescent-shaped lake and the city of Geneva immediately after departure.
Mont Blanc
On clear days, the highest peak in the Alps is visible to the South during the initial climb.
Bernese Oberland
A distant but majestic panorama of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks across the Swiss plateau.
Swabian Jura
The rugged limestone plateau of the Schwäbische Alb appearing just before landing in Stuttgart.
For the best experience, sit on the right side and fly in the morning to see the Alps illuminated by the rising sun. Be ready with your camera immediately after takeoff, as the most spectacular mountain views happen within the first 15 minutes of the flight.
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Jura Mountains
Dramatic limestone ridges stretching along the Swiss-French border shortly after takeoff.
Lake Neuchâtel
The largest lake entirely within Switzerland, often visible as the plane heads northeast.
Basel & the Rhine
Aerial view of the industrial and cultural hub where Switzerland, France, and Germany converge.
The Black Forest
Dense evergreen canopies and rolling hills of the Schwarzwald during the descent into Stuttgart.
The left side is best for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It provides an excellent perspective of the Jura range's geological folds. During the final approach into Stuttgart, look for the 'TV Tower' (Fernsehturm) on the horizon to the left.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 359 km (223 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Arrival: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Route Type: International
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