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MUC → NUE
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Nuremberg Airport (Nuernberg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most consistent views of the Bavarian countryside, the industrial architecture of Ingolstadt, and the dramatic limestone formations of the Altmühl Valley.
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Hallertau Hops Region
The world's largest continuous hop-growing area, visible as a grid-like pattern of tall wooden poles and wires.
Ingolstadt & Audi Forum
A clear view of the city on the Danube, including the massive Audi automotive manufacturing plant and headquarters.
Altmühltal Nature Park
Look for the winding Altmühl river and the distinctive white limestone cliffs that define this scenic nature reserve.
Brombachsee
Part of the Franconian Lake District, this large reservoir is often visible to the west during the mid-flight phase.
Nuremberg Fairgrounds
On final approach, the sprawling Messe Nürnberg complex is often visible just before touchdown.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Alps in the far distance during the initial climb out of Munich. Morning flights provide excellent lighting for the Hallertau landscape without the sun glare experienced on the right side. This flight is extremely short, so keep your window shade up from takeoff to landing.
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Erdinger Moos
The marshy landscape surrounding Munich Airport, featuring a network of drainage canals and small Bavarian villages.
Main-Danube Canal
A feat of engineering that connects the North Sea to the Black Sea, appearing as a perfectly straight waterway.
Rothsee
A popular recreational lake that serves as a landmark for pilots entering the Nuremberg approach corridor.
Nuremberg Old Town
Depending on the landing direction, you may see the Imperial Castle and the red roofs of the historic center.
Max-Morlock-Stadion
The distinctive octagonal shape of the Nuremberg football stadium and the nearby Zeppelinfeld historic site.
The right side is ideal for spotting the historic Zeppelinfeld and the Nuremberg city center if the aircraft approaches from the east. In the late afternoon, the low sun can create heavy reflections on this side, making photography difficult. Given the short cruise altitude, landmarks appear much larger than on long-haul flights.
Book Hotels in NuernbergDistance: 137 km (85 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 14 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: NUE (49.498699, 11.078056)
Route Type: Domestic
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