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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a spectacular approach over the Gulf of Gdansk, featuring the unique Hel Peninsula and the industrial beauty of the shipyards before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Lake Constance

The massive 'Bodensee' creates a stunning blue expanse at the border of Switzerland, Germany, and Austria.

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Dresden and Elbe River

The winding Elbe river passing through the historic 'Florence of the Elbe' and its Baroque architecture.

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Vistula River Valley

Following the meandering path of Poland's longest river as it heads toward the Baltic Sea.

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Hel Peninsula

A breathtaking 35km long sand spit that looks like a thin needle dividing the Baltic Sea from the Bay of Puck.

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Gdansk Port & Shipyards

Views of the massive cranes and container ships in one of the Baltic's most important maritime hubs.

The right side is essential for the arrival into Gdansk. For the best view of the Hel Peninsula, pray for a northern approach (Runway 29). During winter, look for ice formations along the Vistula River and the frozen edges of the Gulf.

Left Side Highlights
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Swiss Alps & Lake Zurich

Aerial views of the Swiss financial capital and the snow-capped peaks to the south during initial climb.

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Black Forest

The dense, dark evergreen canopies of southwestern Germany visible as the plane reaches cruise altitude.

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Leipzig Skyline

A clear view of the historic East German city and its prominent Monument to the Battle of the Nations.

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Szczecin Lagoon

The large coastal lagoon on the Oder River delta marking the border between Germany and Poland.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get better views of the German countryside. Look out for the numerous wind farms across Northern Germany which are particularly striking from above.

Top Activities in Gdansk
Route Information

Distance: 1,034 km (642 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min

Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)

Arrival: GDN (54.37760162353515, 18.46619987487793)

Route Type: International

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