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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular close-up of Mount Vesuvius immediately after takeoff, followed by a panoramic view of Rome and the winding Rhine River valley later in the flight.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Vesuvius

An unparalleled view of the crater of the world's most famous volcano right after takeoff.

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Eternal City of Rome

The flight path typically passes just west of Rome, offering a view of the Tiber River and the Vatican.

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The Dolomites

The jagged, pale peaks of the Eastern Alps provide a dramatic landscape during the transit over Northern Italy.

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Rhine River

Observe the winding path of the Rhine as it cuts through the German countryside towards the Netherlands.

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Dutch Polders

The geometric patterns of reclaimed land and colorful flower fields (seasonal) are visible during descent.

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Port of Rotterdam

View the massive scale of Europe's largest seaport as the plane turns for its final approach.

The right side is essential for the Vesuvius fly-by. Keep your camera ready within the first 5 minutes of takeoff. For the best view of the Rhine and German landscapes, aim for a midday flight when the sun is high to minimize glare. If landing on the Polderbaan (runway 18R), you might see the Amsterdam city center in the distance.

Left Side Highlights
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Tyrrhenian Coastline

Stunning views of the Italian coast and the Pontine Islands shortly after departure from Naples.

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Bernese Alps

Breathtaking views of the high Swiss peaks, including the Eiger, MΓΆnch, and Jungfrau massifs.

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Lake Geneva

The distinct crescent shape of Western Europe's largest lake is often visible during the crossing into France/Switzerland.

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Brussels

As the flight descends into the Low Countries, the sprawling urban landscape of the Belgian capital appears.

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North Sea Coast

On the final approach to Schiphol, the Dutch coastline and the North Sea dunes are visible.

Sit on the left for the best views of the high Swiss Alps. During morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for photos of the mountain peaks. As you approach Amsterdam, this side often sees the sunset over the North Sea on evening flights.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,461 km (908 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 57 min

Departure: NAP (40.886002000000005, 14.2908)

Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)

Route Type: International

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