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Which side of the plane to sit from Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille) to Munich Airport (Munich)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The Right Side is the clear winner for this route as it provides a panoramic view across the highest peaks of the Swiss, Italian, and Austrian Alps, culminating in a close-up of Germany's highest mountain, the Zugspitze, before descending into Bavaria.

Right Side Highlights
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Sainte-Victoire Mountain

The iconic white limestone ridge near Aix-en-Provence that inspired many of Paul Cézanne's famous paintings.

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High Alpine Giants

Unobstructed views of the Matterhorn's pyramid shape and the Monte Rosa massif along the Swiss-Italian border.

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Austrian Tyrol

Fly over the deep valleys and high-altitude glaciers of the Tyrolean Alps as you cross into Central Europe.

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Zugspitze Summit

Gaze at Germany's highest point and the surrounding Wetterstein mountains as the terrain drops toward the Bavarian plateau.

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Bavarian Lakes

Stunning aerial views of the turquoise waters of Lake Starnberg and Ammersee just before the final approach into Munich.

The Right Side offers superior views of the jagged southern Alpine chain. In winter, the contrast between the snow-covered peaks and the deep green valleys is spectacular. Try to avoid seats over the wing to ensure your view of the Bavarian lakes isn't obscured during the descent.

Left Side Highlights
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Marseille & Calanques

Stunning views of the Vieux-Port and the limestone fjords of the Calanques National Park immediately after takeoff.

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Massif des Écrins

Observe the majestic glaciers and jagged peaks of the Ecrins National Park, including the Barre des Écrins.

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Mont Blanc

Look north to see the snow-capped 'Roof of Europe' standing prominently above the surrounding French and Swiss ranges.

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Lake Constance

A massive expanse of water where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet, usually seen along the northern shoreline.

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Munich City Center

Depending on the landing pattern, you may see the Allianz Arena and the twin domes of the Frauenkirche during the descent.

For the best visibility of Mont Blanc and the northern Alpine fringe, select a window seat ahead of the wing. Early morning flights are ideal as the sun rises in the east, beautifully lighting the northern faces of the mountains you'll be passing.

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Route Information

Distance: 746 km (464 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min

Departure: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)

Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)

Route Type: International

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