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SOF → CRL
Which side of the plane to sit from Sofia Airport (Sofia) to Brussels South Charleroi Airport (Charleroi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic peaks of Vitosha Mountain at takeoff and a breathtaking distant panorama of the snow-capped Austrian and Swiss Alps during the cruise phase.
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Vitosha Mountain
Visible immediately after takeoff from Sofia, this massive volcanic dome dominates the southern horizon.
Austrian Alps Panorama
During the mid-flight cruise, enjoy sweeping views of the high Alpine peaks stretching across the southern horizon.
The Ardennes
The lush, rolling hills and dense forests of southern Belgium and Luxembourg appear during the initial descent.
Citadel of Namur
Look for the historic fortress situated at the confluence of the Sambre and Meuse rivers shortly before landing.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, minimizing glare while photographing the Alps. The best views of the high mountains occur approximately 70-90 minutes into the flight. In winter, the snow cover on the Ardennes provides a stunning contrast against the dark forests.
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Sofia Cityscape
A complete aerial view of the Bulgarian capital, including the golden domes of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
The Danube River
Cross the winding blue ribbon of the Danube as the flight leaves Bulgarian airspace and heads northwest.
Bavarian Plains
On clear days, the patchwork fields of southern Germany and distant views of Munich are visible.
Charleroi Terrils
View the unique conical slag heaps, remnants of the region's coal mining history, as you approach CRL airport.
The right side is excellent for urban scenery enthusiasts. During the final approach to Charleroi, look for the industrial architecture and the 'black mountains' (terrils) which are iconic to the Wallonia region. Use a polarized lens filter to cut through haze when viewing the Danube from high altitudes.
Book Hotels in CharleroiDistance: 1,679 km (1,043 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: SOF (42.69669342041016, 23.411436080932617)
Arrival: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)
Route Type: International
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