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NCE → RNS
Which side of the plane to sit from Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (Nice) to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport (Rennes)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the French Riviera coastline immediately after takeoff, followed by iconic landmarks like Mont Ventoux and the volcanic peaks of the Massif Central.
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Esterel Massif
The striking contrast of red volcanic rocks plunging into the turquoise Mediterranean sea near Cannes.
Mont Ventoux
The 'Giant of Provence' is easily recognizable by its bare limestone summit that looks like year-round snow.
Chaîne des Puys
A stunning chain of dormant volcanoes and cinder cones in the Auvergne region, including the famous Puy de Dôme.
Loire Valley Châteaux
Aerial glimpses of the winding Loire river and its historic estates as you cross central France.
Brittany Countryside
The characteristic 'bocage' landscape of small fields enclosed by thick hedges as you descend into Rennes.
Choose the left side for the best coastal views if the flight departs to the South before turning. For photography, morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the Massif Central volcanoes. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes into the flight for the Rhône Valley transition.
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High Alpine peaks of the Southern Alps visible during the initial climb out of Nice.
Gorges du Verdon
Europe's deepest canyon, appearing as a sharp turquoise scar through the limestone plateau.
Monts du Forez
The eastern granite ridges of the Massif Central offering rugged mountain textures.
Vichy and Roanne
View of these historic riverside towns along the Allier and Loire rivers.
The right side is excellent for viewing the high Alps if the flight path tracks slightly further east. It is the 'cooler' side during afternoon flights as it faces north/northeast, avoiding direct glare. Look out for the Verdon Gorges roughly 10-15 minutes after takeoff.
Book Hotels in RennesDistance: 848 km (527 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: NCE (43.658401489300005, 7.215869903560001)
Arrival: RNS (48.0694999695, -1.73478996754)
Route Type: Domestic
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