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OPO → EBU
Which side of the plane to sit from Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto) to Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport (St-Etienne)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Pyrenees mountain range and the distant, majestic French Alps during the descent into the Rhone-Alpes region.
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Douro Valley
Initial views of the terraced vineyards and rugged terrain of the Douro River basin shortly after takeoff.
Pyrenees Range
An extensive panoramic view of the snow-capped peaks forming the natural border between Spain and France.
Northern Spanish Plateau
Views of historic Castilian landscapes and the city of Burgos with its prominent cathedral.
Massif Central Peaks
The rugged, ancient terrain of the Monts du Cantal and the volcanic heart of France.
French Alps
On clear days, the distant white peaks of the Alps and Mont Blanc are visible on the horizon during the descent.
The Pyrenees are the star of this route; they will be visible for a significant portion of the mid-flight. As the plane descends into St-Etienne, keep an eye out for the Mont Blanc massif visible on the far eastern horizon. Late afternoon flights offer dramatic shadows on the mountain ridges.
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Bay of Biscay Coastline
Striking views of the French Atlantic coast near Biarritz and Bayonne as the plane enters French airspace.
Landes de Gascogne Forest
The largest cultivated maritime pine forest in Europe, appearing as a vast green carpet across Southwest France.
Bordeaux Vineyards
Aerial view of the world-famous wine-producing regions and the Garonne river winding through the landscape.
Chaîne des Puys
A chain of over 80 dormant volcanoes, including the iconic Puy de Dôme, visible as the flight approaches central France.
Choose a window seat in the morning for softer light on the French coastline. Look out for the circular formations of the Puy de Dôme volcanoes approximately 15 minutes before landing. Avoid seats directly over the wing for better ground visibility.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 1,150 km (715 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Arrival: EBU (45.54059982299805, 4.2963900566101065)
Route Type: International
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