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Our Recommendation
9.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a front-row seat to the highest peaks of the French Alps, including potential views of Mont Blanc and a spectacular coastal sweep of the French Riviera during the landing sequence.

Left Side Highlights
9.2
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Black Forest

Just after takeoff from Strasbourg, look east across the Rhine to see the dense, dark canopies of the German Black Forest.

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Mont Blanc

During the mid-flight cruise, the highest peak in the Alps often dominates the horizon to the east.

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Lake Geneva & Lake Annecy

Glittering alpine lakes appear as the flight enters the Haute-Savoie region.

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Écrins National Park

A rugged landscape of glaciers and 4,000-meter peaks visible as you head south toward Provence.

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Monaco and Menton

On the standard 'Riviera' approach, look out for the glamorous coastline of the Principality of Monaco before touchdown.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best lighting on the mountain peaks. This side is also superior for spotting the Italian border and the high-altitude glaciers of the Southern Alps.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Vosges Mountains

Immediately after departure, the rolling green peaks of the Vosges are visible to the west.

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Rhône Valley

Distant views of the famous wine-producing plains and the city of Lyon as the plane heads south.

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Verdon Gorge

Look down as the descent begins to see the deep turquoise waters of Europe's grandest canyon.

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Promenade des Anglais

If landing on Runway 22, the right side offers an unbeatable view of Nice's famous seafront and the Baie des Anges.

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Lérins Islands

The small, picturesque islands off the coast of Cannes are often visible during the final banking turns.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the golden hour over the Mediterranean. It is particularly rewarding if the wind requires a landing from the west, providing a low-altitude view of the Nice city center.

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Route Information

Distance: 544 km (338 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 54 min

Departure: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)

Arrival: NCE (43.658401489300005, 7.215869903560001)

Route Type: Domestic

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