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LYS → LIG
Which side of the plane to sit from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (Lyon) to Limoges Airport (Limoges)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the UNESCO World Heritage Chaîne des Puys, a chain of dormant volcanoes that is the most iconic geographic feature of Central France.
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Beaujolais Vineyards
The rolling golden hills of the Beaujolais wine region north of Lyon, identifiable by its neat rows of vines.
Chaîne des Puys
An incredible alignment of 80 monogenetic volcanoes, including the perfectly shaped Puy de Pariou crater.
Puy de Dôme
The highest peak in the volcanic chain, easily recognizable by the large telecommunication mast at its summit.
Sioule Gorges
Deep, winding river canyons carved into the granite plateau, visible north of the volcanic range.
Monts de la Madeleine
A forested mountain range forming the northeastern boundary of the Massif Central.
The right side is the clear winner for this route. Aim for an afternoon flight when the sun is in the south-west; the low angle of light creates dramatic shadows inside the volcanic craters of the Chaîne des Puys, making them pop out from the landscape.
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Lyon Urban Area
Aerial views of the Rhône and Saône confluence and the dense urban sprawl of the Presqu'île during initial climb.
Parc Naturel du Pilat
A rugged mountainous regional park south of Saint-Étienne, featuring dense fir forests and craggy crests.
Saint-Étienne
The historical industrial city tucked into the Furan valley, visible shortly after departing the Lyon airspace.
Livradois-Forez Park
One of France's largest regional parks, showcasing a vast mosaic of highland pastures and deep woodlands.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to see the soft light illuminating the Monts du Lyonnais. This side is also better for catching the silhouette of the distant Alps if the weather is exceptionally clear during the first few minutes of flight.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 303 km (188 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: LYS (45.725556, 5.081111)
Arrival: LIG (45.86280059814453, 1.1794400215148926)
Route Type: Domestic
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