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SXB → BRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg) to Brussels Airport (Brussels)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more direct view of the major urban centers along the route, including the Luxembourg City gorges, the winding Meuse River at Namur, and a better angle for the Brussels skyline during standard landing patterns.
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Strasbourg & EU Parliament
Immediately after takeoff, witness the historic 'Grande Île' and the distinctive modern architecture of the European institutions.
Northern Vosges Mountains
Aerial views of the densely forested ridges and red sandstone ruins of the Northern Vosges Regional Natural Park.
Luxembourg City
Look for the dramatic Alzette river valley and the historic fortifications of the 'Gibraltar of the North' cutting through the city center.
The Meuse Valley
The scenic confluence of the Sambre and Meuse rivers at Namur, marked by the massive stone walls of the Citadelle de Namur.
Brussels City Skyline
During the final descent into BRU, the left side often provides clear views of the Atomium and the central business district.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. Keep a sharp eye out midway through the flight for Luxembourg City; its unique geography is highly visible from cruising altitude. During the final approach to Brussels (often via runway 25L), the left side is usually the one that captures the iconic Atomium and the Grand Place area in the distance.
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Rhine Valley Panorama
To the east, the Rhine River serves as a shimmering border between France and Germany, with the Black Forest visible on the horizon.
Saarland Industrial Sites
Views of the industrial heritage and modern manufacturing hubs around Saarbrücken as you cross into the border region.
The High Fens
The eastern edge of the Belgian Ardennes, featuring high plateau moorlands and expansive pine forests.
Leuven
Just before landing, look for the historic university city of Leuven with its ornate Gothic Town Hall and Large Beguinage.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights to catch the 'golden hour' glow over the German borderlands. It also offers the best view of the Brussels Airport terminal and runways themselves if the plane circles before landing. Use polarized sunglasses to better distinguish the river systems from the green canopy of the Ardennes.
Book Hotels in BrusselsDistance: 347 km (216 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Arrival: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Route Type: International
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