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Best window seat at Caumont

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Taking offLEFT

Palais des Papes, Rhône river, Avignon's medieval ramparts

LandingLEFT

Avignon's medieval ramparts and Palais des Papes, the Rhône river, Pont Saint-Bénézet

🛫 Taking Off from Avignon (AVN)

Best sideLeft
WhyDeparting north on runway 35, the historic center of Avignon sits just off to the west as you climb out, giving a clear view of the Rhône river looping around the old town. You can pick out the fortified walls and the Palais des Papes before the aircraft turns onto its route. The right side mostly shows flat Provençal farmland with no major landmarks this close in.
Look forPalais des Papes, Rhône river, Avignon's medieval ramparts, Pont Saint-Bénézet (Pont d'Avignon)

🛬 Landing at Avignon (AVN)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on runway 35 means approaching from the south and flying north, with Avignon's old town sitting just northwest of the field. Passengers on the left get a clear view of the walled city, the Palais des Papes, and the Rhône river as the aircraft lines up for touchdown.
Look forAvignon's medieval ramparts and Palais des Papes, the Rhône river, Pont Saint-Bénézet (Pont d'Avignon), and the Durance valley farmland closer to the airport

Avignon-Caumont is a small regional airport with a single terminal and one runway, handling limited commercial traffic including seasonal flights to the UK; most travelers to the region actually arrive via Avignon's TGV station or nearby Marseille/Nîmes airports.

⛰️ Elevation125 ft
🛫 Runways1 (17/35)
📍 NearbyFNI 26 miMRS 36 miMPL 52 miTLN 84 miBZR 88 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Caumont (AVN)?

At Caumont in Avignon: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Palais des Papes, Rhône river, Avignon's medieval ramparts, Pont Saint-Bénézet (Pont d'Avignon).

What can I see during takeoff from Caumont in Avignon?

When taking off from Caumont (AVN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing north on runway 35, the historic center of Avignon sits just off to the west as you climb out, giving a clear view of the Rhône river looping around the old town. You can pick out the fortified walls and the Palais des Papes before the aircraft turns onto its route. The right side mostly shows flat Provençal farmland with no major landmarks this close in. Notable sights include: Palais des Papes, Rhône river, Avignon's medieval ramparts, Pont Saint-Bénézet (Pont d'Avignon).

What can I see when landing at Caumont in Avignon?

When landing at Caumont (AVN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 35 means approaching from the south and flying north, with Avignon's old town sitting just northwest of the field. Passengers on the left get a clear view of the walled city, the Palais des Papes, and the Rhône river as the aircraft lines up for touchdown. Notable sights include: Avignon's medieval ramparts and Palais des Papes, the Rhône river, Pont Saint-Bénézet (Pont d'Avignon), and the Durance valley farmland closer to the airport.

What factors affect the best window seat at Caumont?

The best window seat at Caumont (AVN) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Avignon (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.