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RAK → SXB
Which side of the plane to sit from Menara Airport (Marrakech) to Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic mountain ranges of Europe and Africa, including the High Atlas, the Sierra Nevada, and the heart of the Pyrenees, followed by distant views of the Swiss and French Alps.
Atlas Mountains
Breathtaking views of the High and Middle Atlas peaks, often snow-capped in winter months.
Rif Mountains
The rugged, limestone-heavy terrain of northern Morocco before crossing the Mediterranean.
Sierra Nevada (Spain)
Magnificent views of Mulhacén, the highest peak in mainland Spain, located near Granada.
Central Pyrenees
The most dramatic and highest section of the border range between Spain and France.
Massif Central
The ancient volcanic plateaus and craters of south-central France.
Alpine Silhouette
On clear days, the distant but unmistakable peaks of the French Alps and Mont Blanc are visible to the east.
Vosges Mountains
The forested ridges of eastern France during the final descent into Strasbourg.
Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Atlas and Sierra Nevada ranges. As you cross central France, look far to the east to spot the white peaks of the Alps. The descent into Strasbourg frequently involves a turn over the Vosges, providing a lush green finale to the journey.
Atlantic Coastline
Vast views of the Moroccan coast where the desert-like terrain meets the deep blue of the Atlantic.
Strait of Gibraltar
Looking west toward the 'Pillars of Hercules' and the gateway to the Atlantic Ocean.
Madrid Metro Area
The sprawling urban landscape of the Spanish capital is often visible during mid-flight transit.
Western Pyrenees
The lush, green transition from the Spanish Basque country into southwestern France.
Loire Valley
Aerial views of France's famous châteaux country and the winding Loire River.
Sit on the left for coastal views of Morocco and the Atlantic interface. During sunset flights, this side experiences the golden hour over the Bay of Biscay. Keep an eye out for the twinkling lights of Madrid if flying at night.
Distance: 2,297 km (1,427 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min
Departure: RAK (31.6068992615, -8.036299705510002)
Arrival: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Route Type: International
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