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MAD → BSL
Which side of the plane to sit from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (Madrid) to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the high Pyrenees peaks and an incredible panoramic vista of the distant Swiss Alps as you approach the Rhine Valley.
Madrid Outskirts
Excellent views of the Henares corridor and the historic city of Alcalá de Henares during initial climb.
Central Pyrenees
Home to Aneto, the highest peak in the range; look for snow-capped summits and glacial lakes.
Swiss Alps Panorama
A stunning distant view of the Bernese Oberland peaks, including the Eiger and Jungfrau, as you cross eastern France.
The Black Forest
The dense, dark canopy of Germany's famous forest appears to the east as you enter the Rhine valley.
The Rhine River
The silver ribbon of the Rhine, which marks the border between France, Germany, and Switzerland near the airport.
The right side is the prime choice for mountain lovers. For the best clarity of the Alps, book a morning flight when the sun illuminates the peaks from the southeast. Have your camera ready roughly 45 minutes after departure for the Pyrenees crossing.
Sierra de Guadarrama
Visible shortly after takeoff from Madrid, these mountains define the northern edge of the Meseta Central.
Western Pyrenees
Rugged, green peaks marking the border between Spain and France, offering dramatic shadows in the afternoon.
Chaîne des Puys
The unique landscape of extinct volcanic cones in the Auvergne region of central France.
Loire Valley
Lush landscapes and distant views of French chateaux scattered throughout the southern Loire region.
The Vosges
Round-topped mountains in eastern France visible during the final descent into the EuroAirport.
Sit on the left if you are flying in the late afternoon to witness a beautiful sunset over the French countryside. Keep an eye out for the distinct volcanic shapes of the Massif Central about midway through the flight.
Distance: 1,186 km (737 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: MAD (40.471926, -3.56264)
Arrival: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Route Type: International
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