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HHN → BGY
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt-Hahn Airport (Hahn) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (Bergamo)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the Rhine Valley and a more expansive perspective of Lake Constance before entering the heart of the Swiss and Austrian Alps.
Rhine Valley
The winding river and vineyard-covered hills of the Middle Rhine region shortly after departure.
The Black Forest
The dense, dark evergreen canopy of the Schwarzwald stretching across southwestern Germany.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
A massive freshwater lake where the borders of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland converge.
Appenzell Alps
The dramatic Säntis peak and the rugged limestone massifs of eastern Switzerland.
Lake Iseo
A stunning, smaller glacial lake featuring Monte Isola, visible during the descent into Bergamo.
Sit on the left for the best perspective of the high Alpine peaks and the Rhine's eastern bank. On morning flights, be aware that the sun will be on this side, which can cause glare; afternoon flights offer much better lighting for photography. Look for the massive 'Säntis' mountain as a landmark for entering the Alps.
Hunsrück Mountains
The rolling low mountain range surrounding Frankfurt-Hahn immediately after takeoff.
The Vosges
Distant views of the French mountain range located across the Rhine in the Alsace region.
Lake Constance (West)
Views of the 'Untersee' and the famous flower island of Mainau near Konstanz.
Bernese Oberland
Distant, majestic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks to the southwest.
Lake Como
The iconic Y-shaped lake and luxury villas of Bellagio, often seen during the final approach.
Bergamo Città Alta
The historic, walled medieval city on the hill, visible just moments before landing at BGY.
The right side is the 'climax side' for this route. While the left side is more consistent, the right side offers the spectacular descent past Lake Como. If the plane lands from the east, you will have a perfect view of Bergamo's Upper City. In the late afternoon, the sun will be on this side, making it very bright.
Distance: 509 km (316 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: HHN (49.9487, 7.263889999999999)
Arrival: BGY (45.673901, 9.70417)
Route Type: International
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