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NTE → BSL
Which side of the plane to sit from Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes) to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama featuring the winding Loire Valley châteaux, the rugged Jura Mountains, and distant views of the Swiss Alps on clear days.
Loire Valley
Glimpses of the famous UNESCO-listed valley and its numerous historic estates and river islands.
Swiss Alps Panorama
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Bernese Oberland are visible on the far southern horizon.
Jura Mountains
Rugged limestone ridges and dense evergreen forests that define the border between France and Switzerland.
The Rhine River
The massive European artery becomes prominent as the plane aligns for the approach into the tri-national airport.
Basel Skyline
Views of Switzerland's third-largest city, including the Roche Tower and the minster, during the final moments of flight.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Keep your eyes on the southern horizon during the cruise phase; even at 30,000 feet, the Mont Blanc and Swiss peaks are often visible. During landing, this side provides the best view of the 'Three Countries Bridge' area.
Nantes Cityscape
Excellent views of the Loire River cutting through the historic center of Nantes shortly after takeoff.
Burgundy Vineyards
Aerial patterns of the famous wine-growing regions near Beaune and the Côte-d'Or during mid-flight.
Vosges Mountains
The rounded, forested peaks of the southern Vosges range visible during the descent into the Rhine Valley.
Mulhouse Urban Area
Clear views of the industrial heritage and city layout of Mulhouse just before final approach.
Sit forward of the wing for an unobstructed view of Nantes during departure. If landing from the north (Runway 15), look out for the Peugeot-Citroën factory and the Grand Ballon, the highest peak of the Vosges, on the horizon.
Distance: 690 km (429 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 9 min
Departure: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Arrival: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Route Type: Domestic
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