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LRH → PIS
Which side of the plane to sit from La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport (La Rochelle) to Poitiers-Biard Airport (Poitiers)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the unique 'Marais Poitevin' (Green Venice) and the intricate coastline of the Aiguillon Bay shortly after takeoff.
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Île de Ré & Bridge
Immediately after takeoff, witness the iconic 3km bridge connecting the white-washed island to the mainland.
Marais Poitevin
The 'Venice Verte' appears as a stunning labyrinth of green canals and dense forest patches north of the flight path.
Baie de l'Aiguillon
A vast natural maritime reserve where the mudflats and salt marshes create intricate geometric patterns at low tide.
Luçon Cathedral
The towering spire of the Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption stands out against the flat agricultural landscape of the Vendée.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides the best view of the 'Green Venice' marshes. Because the flight is extremely short, keep your camera ready from the moment the wheels retract to capture the coastal transition.
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Vieux Port de La Rochelle
A glimpse of the historic medieval towers guarding the old harbor during the initial climb out of LRH.
Donjon de Niort
The massive twin-towered medieval keep of Niort is visible as the flight traverses the Deux-Sèvres department.
Aunis Countryside
A patchwork of vibrant yellow sunflower fields and golden wheat characteristic of the Charente-Maritime region.
Futuroscope
On the final approach into Poitiers, the glass pyramids and futuristic structures of the theme park are visible to the northeast.
The right side is ideal for catching the urban layout of Niort and the historic center of La Rochelle during the initial turn. During the summer months, the contrast of the sunflower fields against the limestone soil is particularly striking on this side.
Book Hotels in PoitiersDistance: 124 km (77 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 12 min
Departure: LRH (46.17919921875, -1.1952799558639526)
Arrival: PIS (46.58769989013672, 0.30666598677635193)
Route Type: Domestic
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