LIG → SOU

Loire Valley Châteaux

Peer down at the 'Garden of France' to spot magnificent Renaissance castles dotting the banks of the Loire River.

Seine Estuary

Look for the industrial port of Le Havre and the elegant Pont de Normandie bridge spanning the mouth of the Seine.

Alabaster Coast

The dramatic white chalk cliffs of Etretat and Fécamp provide a stunning contrast against the blue waters of the Channel.

Spinnaker Tower

As you enter the Solent, the 170-meter landmark in Portsmouth is clearly visible on the eastern horizon.

The Solent

One of the world's busiest shipping lanes, often filled with cruise ships, naval vessels, and hundreds of sailing yachts.

Limousin Countryside

View the lush, rolling hills and dense forests of the Périgord-Limousin Regional Natural Park immediately after takeoff.

Le Mans Circuit

Visible to the west, you may spot the famous Circuit de la Sarthe, home to the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race.

Normandy Coastline

The western flank of the D-Day landing beaches, including Omaha beach, is visible as the plane crosses into the English Channel.

The Needles

Watch for the three distinctive stacks of chalk rising out of the sea on the western tip of the Isle of Wight.

New Forest National Park

On final approach, look for the sprawling ancient heathlands and forests that characterize this protected English landscape.