NUE → IST

Nuremberg Cityscape

Aerial view of the historic Old Town and the Imperial Castle shortly after departure from NUE.

The Danube Bend

Stunning views of the Danube river as it snakes through southern Germany and northern Austria.

Budapest Panorama

A clear view of the Hungarian Parliament Building and the bridges connecting Buda and Pest about mid-flight.

Balkan Mountains

Rugged terrain of the Stara Planina range stretching across Bulgaria as you head southeast.

Black Sea Coast

The deep blue waters of the Black Sea meeting the Turkish coastline during the initial descent phase.

Bosphorus Strait

On most standard approaches to IST from the north, this side offers the best view of the bridges linking Europe and Asia.

Bavarian Alps Panorama

Magnificent views of the snow-capped northern Alps to the south shortly after reaching cruising altitude.

Lake Chiemsee

Known as the 'Bavarian Sea', this large lake is often visible in the distance during the early flight phase.

Belgrade Confluence

The meeting point of the Sava and Danube rivers in the Serbian capital is visible under clear conditions.

Vitosha Mountain

The massive dome-shaped mountain overlooking Sofia, Bulgaria, provides a landmark mid-route.

Sea of Marmara

Distant views of the shipping lanes and islands in the Sea of Marmara as the plane turns for its final approach.

Historic Peninsula

If the flight path circles south of IST, you may see the minarets of the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.