LYS → FCO

Massif des Écrins

Stunning views of the Barre des Écrins and the southernmost glaciers of the French Alps shortly after departure.

Genoa & Ligurian Coast

The dense urban sprawl of Genoa nestled between the mountains and the sea, followed by the jagged coastline of the Italian Riviera.

Cinque Terre

If the flight path hugs the coast, the five iconic colorful villages are visible as tiny dots along the cliffs.

Apennine Mountains

The rugged spine of Italy provides a beautiful backdrop as you descend toward the Lazio region.

Lake Bracciano

A large circular volcanic crater lake visible just north of Rome during the final descent phase.

Vercors Massif

Dramatic limestone plateaus and deep valleys visible on the right shortly after leaving Lyon airspace.

The Ligurian Sea

Expansive views of the Mediterranean blue as the flight path moves offshore near the French-Italian border.

Elba Island

Napoleon's place of exile is clearly visible with its mountainous terrain and surrounding turquoise waters.

Tuscan Archipelago

Views of the smaller islands like Giglio and Montecristo dotting the sea before the final approach.

Tyrrhenian Shoreline

A clear view of the Italian coast and the Fiumicino beaches just before the wheels touch down.