LYS → RAK

Distant French Alps

Shortly after takeoff from Lyon, look east to spot the snow-capped peaks of the Alps and potentially Mont Blanc on clear days.

Eastern Pyrenees

As the flight crosses from France into Spain, the rugged eastern ridges of the Pyrenees mountain range are visible below.

Spanish Meseta

The high-altitude plateau of central Spain offers a patchwork of ochre and gold fields stretching toward the horizon.

The Rock of Gibraltar

A highlight of the trip, the distinct limestone monolith marks the transition between Europe and the African continent.

High Atlas Range

On the descent into Marrakech, the towering, often snow-dusted Atlas mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to the south.

Lyon Cityscape

Depending on the departure path, get a final look at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers and the Fourvière hill.

Massif Central

Fly over the ancient volcanic landscapes of central France, featuring rounded peaks known as 'puys'.

Madrid Metropolitan Area

The route often passes just west of Madrid, offering views of the sprawling urban landscape and the Sierra de Guadarrama.

Strait of Gibraltar Entrance

Watch the Atlantic Ocean meet the Mediterranean Sea, with views of the Moroccan city of Tangier on the horizon.

Arid Moroccan Plains

Witness the transition from the green landscapes of northern Morocco to the characteristic red earth surrounding Marrakech.