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Best window seat landing at Caumont

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

🛬 Landing at Avignon (AVN)

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

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 can I see when arriving at Avignon?

Arriving at Caumont in Avignon, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of 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. 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.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Caumont?

The best window seat landing at Caumont (AVN) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Avignon (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.