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STN → BSL
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is preferred for its superior views of the Rhine River, the dense Black Forest, and the distant panorama of the Swiss Alps during the approach to Basel.
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London Horizon
After takeoff, look southwest to catch a glimpse of the London skyline and the Shard in the distance.
Strait of Dover
Watch the world's busiest shipping lane crowded with cargo vessels and ferries below.
Black Forest
Observe the vast, dark evergreen canopy of the Schwarzwald across the border in Germany.
The Rhine River
The aircraft often parallels the Rhine, providing a stunning view of the river that marks the border.
Swiss Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Bernese Oberland are visible on the southern horizon.
The right side is the 'Alpine side.' During the last 15 minutes of the flight, keep your eyes on the horizon to the south for mountain views. This side is particularly scenic during late afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the Rhine Valley and the Black Forest.
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Thames Estuary
View the intricate patterns of sandbanks and wind farms where the Thames meets the North Sea.
White Cliffs of Dover
Spot the iconic chalk cliffs and the busy port of Dover as you cross the English Channel.
Champagne Region
Fly over the rolling vineyards of the Grand Est region in northern France.
Vosges Mountains
See the rounded peaks and forested slopes of the Vosges massif during the final descent.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During the descent, you will have a better view of the French suburbs of Saint-Louis and the industrial architecture of the northern Basel outskirts.
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Get eSIMs for FranceDistance: 709 km (441 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Route Type: International
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