LYS → NCE

French Alps

Breathtaking views of the snow-capped Écrins National Park and distant glimpses of the Mont Blanc massif.

Gorges du Verdon

The deep turquoise waters of Europe's grandest canyon are often visible just before the descent begins.

Mercantour National Park

Rugged limestone peaks and alpine valleys that mark the transition from the mountains to the Mediterranean.

Nice Coastline

On standard approaches to runways 04L/R, this side provides a stunning bird's-eye view of the city's waterfront.

Port Lympia

The colorful historic port of Nice and its array of luxury yachts and Corsica-bound ferries.

Rhône Valley

Green corridors of vineyards and the winding Rhône River flowing south from Lyon.

Mont Ventoux

The 'Bald Mountain' or 'Giant of Provence,' easily identifiable by its white limestone summit and weather station.

Esterel Massif

Striking volcanic red rock formations that plunge dramatically into the blue Mediterranean near Saint-Raphaël.

Lérins Islands

The two islands of Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat sitting just off the coast of Cannes.

Bay of Cannes

A clear view of the Croisette and the famous festival city during the descent phase.