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STR → GWT
Which side of the plane to sit from Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart) to Westerland Sylt Airport (Westerland)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to the iconic Hindenburgdamm rail causeway during the final descent, alongside panoramic views of the German heartland and the port of Hamburg in the distance.
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Stuttgart & Neckar Valley
Excellent views of the state capital and the vineyard-lined Neckar river right after takeoff.
Rhön Mountains
Fly over the 'land of open distances' featuring rolling hills and volcanic peaks in central Germany.
Hannover City
A clear view of the Lower Saxony capital and its expansive Maschsee lake.
Hamburg Port & Elbe
Look east to spot the massive container terminals of one of Europe's largest ports and the Elbe river.
Hindenburgdamm Causeway
The highlight of the trip: the 11km long railway embankment connecting Sylt to the mainland.
The right side is essential for seeing the Hindenburgdamm, which is the most famous landmark of the approach. Book an afternoon flight for the best lighting on the mainland and the causeway. Keep your camera ready as the plane descends over the Nordfriesland district toward Westerland.
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Odenwald Forest
Lush green low mountain range visible shortly after departure from Stuttgart.
Frankfurt Skyline
Glimpse the impressive cluster of skyscrapers in Germany's financial hub to the west.
Bremen & Weser River
Cross over the historic Hanseatic city and the winding Weser river as you head north.
Wadden Sea National Park
Spectacular views of the UNESCO World Heritage tidal flats and shifting sandbanks.
Amrum & Föhr Islands
Aerial views of the North Frisian islands surrounded by the turquoise North Sea waters.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare and to capture the best views of the North Sea islands (Halligen) during the final approach. This side is particularly scenic during low tide when the intricate patterns of the Wadden Sea are most visible.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 695 km (432 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min
Departure: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Arrival: GWT (54.9132003784, 8.34047031403)
Route Type: Domestic
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