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SXB → NTE
Which side of the plane to sit from Strasbourg Airport (Strasbourg) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (Nantes)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular initial views of the Vosges and, on clear days, distant glimpses of the Alps, followed by the winding beauty of the Loire Valley as you approach Nantes.
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Vosges Mountains
Rugged terrain and dense forest cover immediately after takeoff from Strasbourg.
Distant Alps
On clear days, the snowy peaks of the Swiss Alps are visible on the southern horizon during cruise.
Morvan Natural Park
The lush green expanse of central France's granite massif visible mid-flight.
Loire Valley Châteaux
Iconic French castles nestled along the banks of the Loire river during the descent.
Loire River
A winding perspective of France's longest river leading directly into the Nantes area.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare while enjoying the side-lit landscape. Look out for the snowy Swiss Alps to the south shortly after reaching cruising altitude. As you descend, the Loire river becomes a prominent visual guide into Nantes. In winter, the Vosges peaks are often snow-capped, providing excellent contrast.
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Champagne Vineyards
The historic rolling hills and agricultural patches of the Champagne region.
Paris Skyline
Distant views of the Eiffel Tower and La Défense if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Orléans
Clear views of the historic city and its cathedral located north of the flight path.
Angers Castle
The massive fortress walls of Angers visible shortly before the final arrival phase.
Erdre River
The scenic river valleys and manor houses converging near the final approach to Nantes.
Select the right side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Atlantic horizon as you approach the west coast. Keep an eye out for the distinct grid patterns of the northern French countryside and the sprawling outskirts of Paris to the north. Use a map app to identify the specific châteaux along the Loire as they appear.
Book Hotels in NantesDistance: 706 km (439 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)
Arrival: NTE (47.15319824220001, -1.61073005199)
Route Type: Domestic
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