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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers spectacular panoramic views of the French Alps in the distance, including the towering Mont Blanc, as well as the folded peaks of the Jura Mountains and the German Black Forest during the final approach.

Right Side Highlights
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The High Alps

On clear days, enjoy a magnificent horizon featuring the snow-capped peaks of the French and Swiss Alps, dominated by Mont Blanc.

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Rhône Valley

View the wide, winding Rhône River and the urban sprawl of Lyon where it meets the Saône.

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Jura Mountains

Detailed views of the unique limestone ridges and plateaus that define the border between France and Switzerland.

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Black Forest

Across the Rhine River, the dark, rolling hills of Germany's Schwarzwald provide a scenic backdrop during the final approach into Strasbourg.

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Strasbourg Cathedral

Look for the distinctive single spire of the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg rising above the city's timber-framed houses.

Book a morning flight on the right side to have the sun behind you, perfectly illuminating the Alpine peaks to the east. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes into the flight for the best chance to spot Mont Blanc. During the landing phase, the right side typically offers the best view of the Rhine River separating France and Germany.

Left Side Highlights
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Toulouse Skyline

Excellent views of the Garonne River and the distinct red-brick architecture of the Pink City immediately after takeoff.

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Massif Central

Fly over the dramatic volcanic landscapes of Auvergne, including the iconic conical peak of Puy de Dôme.

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Burgundy Vineyards

Peer down at the prestigious vineyard stripes of the Côte d'Or region near Beaune and Dijon during the mid-flight cruise.

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Vosges Mountains

Dense green forests and rounded 'ballons' of the Vosges range as the aircraft begins its descent into the Alsace region.

Choose the left side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the dormant volcanoes of central France. It is also the better side for observing the historic architecture of central French towns like Dijon during the descent.

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Route Information

Distance: 728 km (452 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min

Departure: TLS (43.629101, 1.36382)

Arrival: SXB (48.53829956054688, 7.628230094909668)

Route Type: Domestic

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