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NTE → TXL
Which side of the plane to sit from Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes) to Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior lighting conditions as you travel northeast, keeping the sun behind or to the side for better photography. It provides potential views of the Paris metropolitan area and a stunning final approach over the heart of Berlin's urban center.
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Loire River Estuary
Immediate views of the winding Loire River and the transition from the Atlantic coastline as you climb out of Nantes.
Parisian Skyline
A distant but often clear view of the Eiffel Tower and the sprawling Paris basin while cruising over Northern France.
Picardy Plains
The geometrically perfect agricultural patterns of the Hauts-de-France region, crisscrossed by historic canals.
Ardennes Fringe
The northern edge of the densely forested Ardennes hills appearing as the flight enters Belgian and German airspace.
Ruhr Valley View
Distant views of the industrial heart of Germany, recognizable by its dense network of cities and infrastructure.
Berlin City Center
The iconic approach to Tegel often passes directly over West Berlin, offering views of the Spree River and the TV Tower.
Seat yourself on the left for the best lighting; the sun will be on the right side of the aircraft during most daylight hours, causing glare. For the TXL approach, watch closely in the final 10 minutes for the sudden appearance of the Reichstag and Tiergarten. Early morning flights offer beautiful soft light over the French countryside.
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Loire Valley Chateaux
Early flight segments may reveal the eastern stretches of the Loire Valley, famous for its Renaissance castles.
Champagne Vineyards
The rolling hills of the Champagne region, characterized by neatly organized rows of world-famous grapevines.
The Rhine Meanders
A crossing of the mighty Rhine River, usually between Bonn and Koblenz, featuring heavy river barge traffic.
Harz Mountains
The dark, forested peaks of the Harz range, including the Brocken, visible as you traverse Central Germany.
Potsdam Lakes
The beautiful lake system around Potsdam, including the Wannsee, just before entering the Berlin terminal area.
Grunewald Forest
A vast expanse of green surrounding the outskirts of Berlin, providing a sharp contrast to the urban arrival.
The right side is excellent for seeing the historic landscape of the Loire and the lakes of Brandenburg. However, be prepared for significant sun glare on mid-day flights. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Rhine; the river traffic and steep valley sides are highly photogenic from cruising altitude.
Book Hotels in BerlinDistance: 1,222 km (759 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min
Departure: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Arrival: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Route Type: International
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