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MUC → BOD
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (Bordeaux)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic geographic variety, featuring the northern edge of the Alps, the vast expanse of Lake Constance, and the unique volcanic terrain of the Massif Central.
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Munich Skyline
A stunning overview of the Bavarian capital and the Allianz Arena shortly after takeoff from MUC.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' creates a brilliant blue contrast against the border of Germany and Switzerland.
The Swiss Alps
Distant but majestic views of the snow-capped northern Swiss and French Alpine peaks to the south.
Massif Central
Fly over the Chaîne des Puys, a chain of extinct volcanoes including the famous Puy de Dôme.
Dordogne Valley
Aerial views of the winding Dordogne River and its numerous cliffside medieval fortresses.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see the Alps illuminated by the sun. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the best mountain views. In winter, the snow-covered volcanic peaks of central France are a rare and beautiful sight.
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Black Forest
The deep green ridges of the Schwarzwald transition into the Rhine River valley.
Vosges Mountains
The rounded peaks of eastern France provide a scenic backdrop as you enter French airspace.
Burgundy Wine Region
The geometric precision of world-renowned vineyards near Beaune and Dijon.
Loire River
Glimpses of the winding Loire as it cuts through the heart of the French countryside.
Saint-Émilion
The historic, UNESCO-listed vineyard landscape just east of Bordeaux during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy the golden hour over the French vineyards. On approach to Bordeaux, this side often provides a better view of the city center if the aircraft lands towards the west.
Book Hotels in BordeauxDistance: 1,031 km (641 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: BOD (44.8283004761, -0.7155560255050001)
Route Type: International
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