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MRS → BES
Which side of the plane to sit from Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille) to Brest Bretagne Airport (Brest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of diverse landscapes, starting with the Mediterranean coastline, followed by the dramatic volcanic peaks of the Auvergne, and concluding with the jagged northern cliffs of the Brittany peninsula.
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Marseille & Calanques
A stunning view of France's second city and the white limestone cliffs of the Calanques National Park upon takeoff.
Chaîne des Puys
The iconic row of extinct volcanoes in Auvergne, including the prominent Puy de Dôme peak.
Loire Valley Châteaux
Glimpse the winding Loire river and the dense concentration of Renaissance castles through Central France.
Mont Saint-Michel Bay
On a clear day, look north as you cross into Brittany to spot the distant silhouette of the famous abbey island.
Emerald Coast
The turquoise waters and rocky inlets of northern Brittany as the plane descends toward Brest.
The right side is essential for viewing the Auvergne volcanoes, usually visible 30-40 minutes into the flight. If arriving at sunset, this side captures the warm light hitting the granite cliffs of the Breton coast. Look for the Alps to the east during the initial climb.
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Camargue Delta
View the unique salt pans and marshy wetlands of the Rhône delta immediately after departure from Marseille.
Cévennes National Park
The rugged southern edge of the Massif Central featuring deep valleys and limestone plateaus.
Golfe du Morbihan
As you enter Brittany, look for the 'little sea' filled with dozens of emerald-green islands.
Lorient Submarine Base
Spot the massive concrete U-boat pens from WWII along the southern Breton coastline.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side is better if the flight path tracks slightly south, offering views of the Pyrenees on the distant horizon during clear weather in the first half of the trip.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 929 km (577 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Arrival: BES (48.4478988647461, -4.418540000915527)
Route Type: Domestic
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