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HAM → FKB
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to Karlsruhe Baden-Baden Airport (Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior perspective of the Rhine River corridor, the Palatinate Forest, and distant views of the French Vosges mountains during the final descent into Baden-Baden.
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Weser River
Watch the winding path of the Weser river as it snakes through the Lower Saxony landscape.
Kassel & Wilhelmshöhe
Look for the Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its water features.
Middle Rhine Valley
The iconic river valley known for its steep vineyards and numerous medieval castles along the banks.
Palatinate Forest
One of the largest contiguous forest areas in Germany, dotted with red sandstone cliffs.
French Vosges
On clear days, the Vosges mountains in France are visible across the Rhine valley during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the Rhine valley and the Palatinate Forest. Keep a close eye out during the last 15 minutes of the flight; the contrast between the Rhine plain and the rising hills to the west is most dramatic then. Seasonal snow on the Vosges makes for an exceptional vista in winter.
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Lüneburg Heath
Expansive nature reserves and heathlands visible shortly after departure from Hamburg.
Harz Mountains
The Brocken peak, the highest point in Northern Germany, is often visible to the southeast.
Frankfurt Skyline
A stunning view of 'Mainhattan' and its clusters of skyscrapers when passing the Rhine-Main region.
Odenwald Forest
Densely wooded low mountain range providing a lush green carpet during the mid-flight phase.
Northern Black Forest
The dark, rolling hills of the Black Forest emerge on the left as the aircraft prepares for landing.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is particularly rewarding for spotting the Frankfurt skyline, though visibility depends on the specific air traffic control routing that day. Seat yourself forward of the wing to ensure the engine does not block the Harz mountain range.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 555 km (345 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: FKB (48.7793998718, 8.08049964905)
Route Type: Domestic
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