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MUC → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior distant panorama of the Alps upon departure from Munich and a clearer view of the rolling Ardennes forest during the descent into Belgium.
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Alpine Panorama
On clear days, enjoy a sweeping view of the Bavarian and Austrian Alps to the south shortly after takeoff.
Stuttgart & Swabian Jura
View the industrial heart of Baden-Württemberg and the distinct limestone ridges of the Jura mountains.
Rhine River Crossing
A prominent crossing of Europe's most famous waterway, typically near the cities of Mannheim and Ludwigshafen.
Ardennes Forest
Dense, undulating green hills and deep valleys of the Belgian Ardennes as the aircraft begins its descent.
Citadel of Namur
The confluence of the Sambre and Meuse rivers, marked by the historic massive stone fortress.
Book an early morning flight for the best lighting on the Alpine peaks to the south. During autumn, the Ardennes offer spectacular fall foliage. Sit slightly behind the wing to ensure your view of the ground isn't obstructed during the mid-flight cruise over southwestern Germany.
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Hallertau Hops Region
Fly over the world's largest continuous hop-planting area just north of Munich airport.
Danube River
Catch glimpses of the Danube winding through Bavaria near the city of Ingolstadt.
Rhine Valley North
Views of the Rhine gorge and the industrial clusters near Bonn and Cologne further in the distance.
Liège Industrial Basin
The transition into Belgium is marked by the heavy industry and steelworks lining the Meuse river.
Leuven
The historic university city and its iconic Great Market Square are often visible just before reaching Brussels.
Atomium
Depending on the wind direction and landing runway (25R), you may see the gleaming silver spheres of the Atomium.
Evening flights provide a beautiful sunset view over the Low Countries. This side is often better for spotting the urban sprawl of the Rhine-Ruhr region to the north. Keep an eye out for the 'Three-Border Region' (DE/BE/NL) near Aachen as you cross into Belgian airspace.
Book Hotels in BrusselsDistance: 597 km (371 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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