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VIE → NUE
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Nuremberg Airport (Nuernberg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more scenic perspective of the Danube river's winding path, distant views of the Alps, and major cities like Linz and Regensburg.
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Vienna City View
Aerial perspective of the city center and the Donau City skyline shortly after takeoff from VIE.
Austrian Alps
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Northern Limestone Alps are visible to the south.
Linz Industrial Hub
A clear view of Austria's third-largest city, including the massive Voestalpine steel plant and the Danube bend.
Regensburg Cathedral
The historic Bavarian city of Regensburg and its Gothic cathedral 'Dom St. Peter' as the plane begins its descent.
Danube Meanders
Dramatic loops and bends of the Danube river, particularly the Schlögener Schlinge region.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. Keep an eye out for the distant Alpine silhouettes during the first 20 minutes of flight. If landing towards the west at NUE, you might also spot the massive Adidas and Puma headquarters in Herzogenaurach.
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Waldviertel Region
The rugged and scenic plateau of Lower Austria, characterized by forests and granite formations.
Bavarian Forest
Vast stretches of dense greenery and national park territory along the border of Austria and Germany.
Main-Danube Canal
The impressive man-made waterway that links the North Sea and the Black Sea through the heart of Europe.
Nuremberg Castle
A glimpse of the historic Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle) overlooking the city during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Franconian hills. This side provides a better view of the dense forests along the Austrian-German border. Watch for the transformation from the rolling hills of the Waldviertel to the flatter agricultural plains near Nuremberg.
Book Hotels in NuernbergDistance: 431 km (268 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 43 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: NUE (49.498699, 11.078056)
Route Type: International
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