Paragliding

Paragliding

Fly in the heart of the Alps with our qualified guides and instructors Take to the skies and discover the mountains in a different way! The Bureau des Guides d'Annecy offers paragliding courses in the mountains, supervised by qualified mountain guides and paragliding instructors who are passionate about free flight and the great outdoors.

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Paragliding

Paragliding

Between Lake Annecy, the peaks of the Aravis and the surrounding mountains, you'll learn to fly independently in a magnificent setting, while developing your technical skills and your understanding of the terrain.

An alpine approach to paragliding
Our courses are designed for all levels, from beginner to experienced paraglider pilot wishing to explore rando, thermal or bivouac flying. Each outing is designed as a mountain adventure, combining approach walks, weather analysis, high-altitude take-offs and flight management in a variety of conditions.

Safety, education and fun

 

  • Supervised by experienced local professionals with a passion for flying
  • Human-sized groups for personalised support
  • Suitable equipment and individualised technical advice
  • Respect for the environment and weather conditions

Paragliding

Introduction - First flights in the mountains
Learn to fly in the heart of the Alps
Do you dream of discovering paragliding in the mountains? Our introductory courses are designed to give you your first flights in complete safety, in an exceptional natural setting. Supervised by qualified instructors and mountain guides, you'll learn the basics of free flight while exploring the breathtaking scenery around Lake Annecy and the Aravis mountains.

Objectives :

  • Understand the basics of flying (weather, aerology, equipment)
  • Carry out your first take-offs and landings
  • Gain in confidence and autonomy
  • No pre-requisites necessary, just the desire to fly!

Progression - Gaining in autonomy and technique
Becoming a mountain pilot
Have you already flown paragliders and want to improve your technique in an alpine environment? Then this course is for you. We'll take you on more varied flights, including approach walks, high-altitude take-offs and moderate thermal conditions, so you can learn to manage your flight independently.

Objectives:

  • Improve your take-offs and trajectories
  • Read the terrain and aerological conditions
  • Fly safely in more complex environments
  • Ideal for pilots in training or recently qualified.

Expert mountain flying - Trekking flights, thermals and bivouacs
High mountain flying adventure
For experienced pilots, we offer immersive courses in committed mountain flying: trekking flights, powerful thermals, high-altitude itineraries and even bivouac flights. Accompanied by guides and instructors specialising in mountain flying, you will explore wild and technical sites, with a fine-tuned approach to weather, safety and flight strategy.

Objectives :

  • Optimise your choice of site and weather window
  • Fly in thermal and dynamic conditions
  • Manage long flights, at altitude or roaming
  • Reserved for autonomous pilots who are comfortable in a variety of conditions.