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LEJ → STR
Which side of the plane to sit from Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig) to Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Franconian and Swabian Jura escarpments and the picturesque Leipziger Neuseenland lake district shortly after takeoff.
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Leipzig Neuseenland
A massive landscape of former open-cast mines transformed into a sprawling network of artificial lakes south of Leipzig.
Thuringian Forest
The eastern ridges of the dense Thuringian Forest, showcasing deep green valleys and the famous Rennsteig trail.
Bamberg
A clear view of the UNESCO World Heritage city, famous for its medieval architecture and the cathedral standing on its hills.
Franconian Jura
The white limestone plateaus and craggy rock formations characteristic of the northern Bavarian landscape.
Swabian Jura
The dramatic 'Albtrauf' escarpment where the plateau drops sharply, visible during the final descent into Stuttgart.
Choose the left side for morning flights to have the sun behind you for better photography. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff to capture the symmetry of the Cospudener and Zwenkauer lakes. During the final 10 minutes, watch for the steep limestone edges of the Swabian Jura which are particularly striking in winter when snow highlights the contours.
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Erfurt Skyline
The capital of Thuringia, featuring the prominent Erfurt Cathedral and the Severikirche towers.
Rhön Biosphere
The 'Land of Open Distances' featuring rolling volcanic hills including the Wasserkuppe, a historic center for gliding.
Würzburg & Main Valley
The winding Main River and the Marienberg Fortress overlooking the valley's renowned Franconian vineyards.
Heilbronn & Neckar Valley
Industrial hubs interspersed with terraced vineyards along the Neckar river as you enter Baden-Württemberg.
Stuttgart Basin
Panoramic views of the city's unique 'Kessel' (cauldron) topography as the plane banks for its final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Rhön mountains. Look for the distinct 'Main-Loop' near Würzburg, which is a major geographic landmark. As the plane approaches STR, the right side usually provides a better perspective of the Stuttgart city center if the approach is from the east.
Book Hotels in StuttgartDistance: 372 km (231 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: LEJ (51.423889, 12.236389)
Arrival: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Route Type: Domestic
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