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STR → BDS
Which side of the plane to sit from Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart) to Brindisi – Salento Airport (Brindisi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panorama of the Adriatic coastline, the Venetian Lagoon, and the dramatic Gargano Peninsula as you descend into Puglia.
Swabian Jura
Immediately after takeoff from STR, view the limestone plateau and rolling hills of the Swabian Alps.
The High Alps
A breathtaking crossing of the Austrian and Italian Alps, featuring snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys.
Venetian Lagoon
If the flight path tracks slightly east, catch the unmistakable shape of Venice and its surrounding islands.
Adriatic Riviera
Aerial views of the endless sandy beaches of Rimini, Riccione, and the coastal towns of Le Marche.
Gargano Peninsula
The 'spur' of Italy's boot, featuring the dense Foresta Umbra and white limestone cliffs.
Puglian Coastline
Crystal clear turquoise waters and rocky coves as the plane descends toward Brindisi.
Sit on the left (Port) side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best view of the coastline. During the winter, the Alps provide a stunning white landscape; in summer, look for the vibrant turquoise hues of the Adriatic sea as you enter Italian airspace. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the Gargano views.
Black Forest Edge
Distant views of Germany's famous dense evergreen forests to the west during the initial climb.
Central Alps
Views of the rugged Swiss-Austrian border peaks and deep alpine valleys.
Lake Garda
Look for the deep blue expanse of Italy's largest lake nestled at the foot of the mountains.
Apennine Mountains
The rugged interior 'backbone' of Italy, stretching down the center of the peninsula.
Puglian Olive Groves
As you land, the vast 'sea' of silver-green olive trees that define the landscape of Brindisi.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Apennine Mountains. While you miss the coastline, you gain a better perspective of the vastness of the Po Valley and the interior mountains of Molise and Puglia. It's often less glare-heavy during the midday sun.
Distance: 1,127 km (700 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Arrival: BDS (40.6576, 17.947001)
Route Type: International
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