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VIE β BSL
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Airport (Mulhouse)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic northern chain of the Alps, including iconic glaciers and the highest peaks of Austria and Switzerland.
The Dachstein Massif
Visible about 20 minutes after takeoff, this massive limestone range features the northernmost glacier in the Alps.
Salzkammergut Lakes
Deep turquoise alpine lakes like the Wolfgangsee and Attersee sparkle between the mountain ridges.
Arlberg Region
Dramatic high-altitude terrain and famous ski resorts near the border of Tyrol and Vorarlberg.
Appenzell Alps
As you enter Swiss airspace, look for the sharp, jagged ridges of the Alpstein range and Mount SΓ€ntis.
Sit on the left for the best mountain panoramas. During morning flights, the sun will be behind the plane or to the south, providing excellent lighting for photos of the peaks. In winter, the snow-covered glaciers are particularly brilliant. Try to get a seat ahead of or behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the deep alpine valleys.
Vienna Cityscape
Immediate views of the Stephansdom and the Danube Canal if the wind requires a northern departure.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
A massive lake shared by three countries; the flight path often tracks along its northern shore.
Black Forest
Dark, dense evergreen forests stretching across the rolling hills of Southern Germany during the descent.
Rhine River Bend
Watch for the 'Rheinknie' near Basel where the river makes a sharp turn toward the north.
The right side is ideal for seeing the transition from the Danube plains to the Alpine foothills. It offers better views of the German 'Sea' (Lake Constance) and the city of Munich in the distance. During the final approach into BSL, you may see the tri-point where France, Germany, and Switzerland meet. Best for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern glare.
Distance: 677 km (421 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 8 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: BSL (47.59, 7.5291667)
Route Type: International
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