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Which side of the plane to sit from Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart) to Bremen Airport (Bremen)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a more scenic perspective of central Germany's diverse geography, including the Swabian Jura and the distant Harz mountains.

Right Side Highlights
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Swabian Jura

Rugged limestone plateaus and steep escarpments visible immediately after takeoff from Stuttgart.

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Spessart & Rhön

Vast stretches of ancient beech forests and volcanic hills in the heart of Germany.

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Harz Mountains

On clear days, the Brocken—the highest peak in Northern Germany—is visible on the eastern horizon.

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Hanover Cityscape

The capital of Lower Saxony with its distinct Maschsee lake and expansive Herrenhausen Gardens.

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North German Plain

The dramatic transition from central highlands to the flat, canal-crossed agricultural lands of the north.

Morning flights provide the best lighting for the Harz mountains and the Swabian Jura. Keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes of flight for the best views of the Neckar river valley. During autumn, the Spessart forest provides a spectacular display of changing leaf colors.

Left Side Highlights
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Frankfurt Skyline

Distant but clear view of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers approximately 15-20 minutes after departure.

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Taunus Mountains

Rolling forested peaks and ridges located just north of the Frankfurt metropolitan area.

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Teutoburg Forest

A long, narrow range of hills known for its dense canopy and the historic Varus Battle site.

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Lower Weser Valley

The widening river valley as the aircraft aligns for the final approach into Bremen.

Choose this side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you. Look for the massive Frankfurt Airport hub mid-flight; it is an impressive sight from 30,000 feet. In winter, the Taunus range often holds snow longer than the surrounding valleys.

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Route Information

Distance: 486 km (302 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 49 min

Departure: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)

Arrival: BRE (53.0475006104, 8.78666973114)

Route Type: Domestic

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