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SXB → BOD
Which side of the plane to sit from Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg) to Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (Bordeaux)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior sequence of landscapes including the Vosges mountains, the heart of the Burgundy wine region, and the winding rivers of the Dordogne valley.
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Vosges Mountains
Immediately after takeoff, witness the dramatic peaks and dense forests of the Vosges massif.
Burgundy Vineyards
View the legendary 'Route des Grands Crus' and the rolling hills of the Côte d'Or.
Morvan Natural Park
A vast expanse of granite peaks, deep forests, and hidden lakes in central France.
Dordogne River
Spot the winding turquoise river and its famous medieval clifftop chateaus during the descent.
Saint-Émilion
A bird's eye view of the UNESCO-listed vineyard landscapes just minutes before landing.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the Vosges. Watch for the distinct 'patchwork' patterns of the Burgundy vineyards midway through the flight. During the final 15 minutes, the terrain becomes extremely green and lush as you cross the Dordogne region.
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Strasbourg & Rhine
Depending on the wind, catch a glimpse of the city center and the border with Germany.
Loire Valley Glimpses
Look north to spot the wide bends of the Loire River and potential historic chateaux near Orléans.
Poitiers Skyline
The 'City of a Hundred Steeples' is often visible as you transition toward the Atlantic coast.
Gironde Estuary
A massive view of where the Garonne and Dordogne rivers meet the Atlantic Ocean.
Médoc Peninsula
See the world-famous wine estates like Margaux and Latour lining the estuary on final approach.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Atlantic coast as you approach Bordeaux. The most spectacular view on this side is the massive Gironde Estuary, which looks like a giant funnel leading into the sea. Keep your camera ready as the plane turns toward the runway for a view of the 'Port de la Lune'.
Book Hotels in BordeauxDistance: 758 km (471 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Arrival: BOD (44.8283004761, -0.7155560255050001)
Route Type: Domestic
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