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MRS → CRL
Which side of the plane to sit from Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (Charleroi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring distant views of the snow-capped French Alps and Mont Blanc, the rugged Jura mountains, and the dense forests of the Ardennes during the descent.
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French Alps & Mont Blanc
On clear days, the majestic peaks of the Alps and the white dome of Mont Blanc are visible on the eastern horizon.
Lyon Metropolitan Area
A high-altitude view of the confluence of the Rhone and Saône rivers in France's second-largest urban area.
Jura Mountains
The distinctive limestone ridges and deep valleys of the Jura range along the French-Swiss border.
Ardennes Forest
Expansive views of the rolling green hills and dense woodlands as the plane enters Belgian airspace.
Citadel of Namur
The historic fortification at the confluence of the Sambre and Meuse rivers visible during the descent into Charleroi.
The right side is the 'scenic' choice for mountain lovers. For the best photography of the Alps, book a flight departing in the late afternoon when the sun illuminates the peaks from the west. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff from Marseille to catch the high-altitude mountain vistas.
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Rhone River Meanders
Follow the winding path of the Rhone River as it cuts through the Provence landscape immediately after takeoff.
Palais des Papes
A glimpse of the historic city of Avignon and its massive medieval fortress shortly after departure.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic plateaus and rugged terrain of central France visible to the west.
Burgundy Vineyards
The geometric patterns of the prestigious Côte-d'Or wine region during the mid-flight cruise.
Charleroi Terrils
Unique coal slag heaps turned into green hills that mark the industrial heritage of the Charleroi region on final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct sun glare. It provides an excellent perspective of the Rhone valley's industrial and agricultural development. During landing at CRL, you will likely see the iconic 'Terrils' (man-made hills) which are a signature of the Belgian Black Country.
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Get eSIMs for BelgiumDistance: 783 km (487 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 18 min
Departure: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Arrival: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)
Route Type: International
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