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MPL → CRL
Which side of the plane to sit from Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (Montpellier) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (Charleroi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more iconic sequence of landmarks, including the volcanic peaks of central France and distant but distinct views of the Paris skyline.
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Chaîne des Puys
A striking chain of dormant volcanic craters in the Auvergne region, including the famous Puy de Dôme.
Loire Valley
Gliding over the 'Garden of France' with views of river bends and the historic châteaux of central France.
Paris Skyline
On clear days, the Eiffel Tower and Montparnasse Tower are visible on the western horizon during mid-flight.
Picardy Plains
The vast, patterned agricultural landscapes of Northern France as the aircraft begins its descent.
For morning flights, the left side keeps the sun behind the plane, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Auvergne volcanoes. Watch for Paris roughly 40 minutes after takeoff; having binoculars or a zoom lens helps capture the skyline.
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Burgundy Vineyards
The prestigious 'Climats' of Burgundy, appearing as a dense patchwork of world-famous grapevines.
Morvan Forest
A large granite massif covered in dense woodland and hidden lakes in the heart of Burgundy.
Champagne Region
The rolling chalky hills around Reims, the historical coronation site of French kings.
Meuse Valley
The winding river paths and limestone cliffs of southern Belgium leading toward Charleroi.
The right side is best for late afternoon flights to catch the golden hour over the vineyards of Burgundy and Champagne. As you enter Belgian airspace, look for the Citadel of Namur if the flight path tracks slightly to the east.
Book Hotels in CharleroiDistance: 766 km (476 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 17 min
Departure: MPL (43.57619857788086, 3.96301007270813)
Arrival: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)
Route Type: International
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