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GWT → STR
Which side of the plane to sit from Westerland Sylt Airport (Westerland) to Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Sylt coastline, the iconic Hindenburgdamm causeway, and the dramatic elevation changes of the Harz and Swabian Jura mountains.
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Hindenburgdamm
The narrow railway causeway linking Sylt to mainland Germany amidst the Wadden Sea.
Hamburg & Elbe
Glimpses of Germany's largest port and the winding Elbe river system.
Harz National Park
The Brocken peak, northern Germany's highest point, often rises above the clouds.
Thuringian Forest
Dense evergreen ridges and deep valleys marking the transition into southern Germany.
Swabian Jura
Rugged limestone plateaus and historic hilltop castles during the descent into Stuttgart.
Sit on the left for the best views during takeoff from GWT. In the morning, this side provides soft lighting, whereas the afternoon sun may cause glare. Keep an eye out for the Elbe river crossing approximately 20 minutes into the flight. During winter, the snow-capped Harz mountains are a highlight on this side.
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North Sea Coast
Aerial perspective of the shifting sands and tidal patterns of the North Frisian coast.
Bremen & Weser
Industrial landscapes and the Weser river as the flight heads south.
Frankfurt Skyline
On clear days, the cluster of skyscrapers in Germany's financial hub is visible in the distance to the west.
Black Forest
The northern edges of the Schwarzwald appear on the horizon during the final approach.
Stuttgart TV Tower
The world's first telecommunications tower of its kind stands out on the wooded hills south of the city.
The right side is ideal for sunset flights to catch the glow over the North Sea and the western German landscapes. It offers better views of the Stuttgart city basin if the plane approaches from the east. Sit behind the wing to ensure your view of the Frankfurt skyline isn't blocked by the engines.
Book Hotels in StuttgartDistance: 695 km (432 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min
Departure: GWT (54.9132003784, 8.34047031403)
Arrival: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Route Type: Domestic
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