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TRN → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Turin Airport (Torino) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the highest peaks of the Western Alps, including the Mont Blanc massif, and offers better perspectives of Lake Geneva and the urban layouts of Luxembourg and Brussels during the descent.
Mont Blanc Massif
Spectacular views of the highest peak in the Alps appearing shortly after takeoff.
Lake Geneva
The distinct crescent shape of the lake and the city of Geneva visible to the North.
Jura Mountains
Linear limestone ridges stretching across the French-Swiss border.
Luxembourg City
Aerial view of the deep Alzette and Pétrusse river valleys and the historic fortifications.
Brussels Metropolitan Area
Dense urban sprawl of the Belgian capital as the flight begins its final descent.
Book a window seat on the left for the most dramatic Alpine photography within the first 20 minutes of flight. Morning departures are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the glaciers of the Western Alps without glare. Keep your camera ready immediately after the initial climb from TRN.
Matterhorn & Monte Rosa
Iconic pyramidal peaks of the Pennine Alps visible in the distance to the East.
Lake Constance
A massive lake where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet, visible on clear days.
The Black Forest
The dense, dark canopy of the Schwarzwald region in Southwestern Germany.
Rhine River Valley
The winding path of one of Europe's most important waterways cutting through the landscape.
Dutch Polders
The geometric precision of reclaimed land and drainage canals as you approach Amsterdam.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct western sun. Look for the Rhine River as it serves as a primary navigational landmark. As you approach Schiphol, watch for the distinctive 'polder' landscape characterized by perfectly rectangular fields and narrow canals typical of the Netherlands.
Distance: 818 km (508 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: TRN (45.200802, 7.64963)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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