Here are our different types of paragliding experience in Annecy:
Kiddy flight
For children up to 11 years old, in the morning.The ideal flight for children, what a great experience for them to discover the feeling of flying.
Discovery flight
In the morning, up to 80 kgThis flight allows you to discover the activity in the mild conditions of the morning.
Ascending flight
In the afternoon, from 40 to 120kgThis flight allows you to climb on the updrafts and admire the view from above.
Prestige flight
Mid-afternoon, from 50 to 110kgAs well as getting a good view of the lake, we'll be walking along several peaks along the lake.
Cross-country flight
In the afternoon, from 40 to 100kgExploring the full potential of updrafts as you soar over several peaks in the Annecy region.
Cross-country flight++.
In the afternoon, from 40 to 100kgExploring the full potential of updrafts as you soar over several peaks in the Annecy region.
Information and Reservations:
Every day at 04 50 60 79 06
Don't hesitate to call us to find out what type of tandem flight is right for you the best. We are open 7 days /7 to answer your questions. Our reception can also make your reservationfor you and your whole family, because it is perfectly possible to fly with several people in paragliding in Annecy ! Not in the same glider, of course, but in the same time slot... 😉
Here are our paragliding gift vouchers to introduce your friends and family to the sport. Always very popular at a birthday,a grandmother's day, or as a reward for a tidy room, they are the perfect gift, available to buy online. A pretty gift card will be sent to you so that you have something tangible to give as a present (those in a hurry can also request the pdf format to print out :))
Annecy: the most prestigious hang-gliding site in Europe!
With its old town resembling the little Venice of the Alps, its magnificent turquoise-blue lake and majestic mountains, Annecy really is a unique place to live in France. A sports town par excellence, it's a major destination for all mountain and outdoor sports enthusiasts. You can enjoy hiking, climbing, pedal-boating or sailing on the lake, but it's paragliding that shapes the town's image year after year. Lake Annecy and the surrounding mountains form a veritable microclimate with exceptional aerological conditions for paragliding. In Annecy you can paraglide almost all year round.. That's why you only have to look up to see a great many sails in the air.
Paragliding in Annecy: a magical moment with a breathtaking view of the lake!
Putting it all together first paragliding jump is always an incredible experience, but doing it in Annecy is even more breathtaking. When you feel the glider lift off and your feet leave the ground to find yourself suspended in the air, you'll discover a new sensation combining total freedom and great excitement. But once you've come to your senses, you can enjoy the scenery and all the majestic panoramas of the site. You'll skirt the cliffs, soar to new heights... facing the lake and its magnificent colours. You can also admire the Bauges massif, the Roc des Boeufs, the Tournette, the Parmelan and even the Mont Blanc massif, weather permitting.
How much does a tandem flight in Annecy cost?
At Les Grands Espaces the price of a paragliding flight Adult prices in 2024 range from €100 for a 15-minute discovery flight to €280 for a 1h45 premium cross-country flight. Young children will benefit from a special price of €85 on the Loupiot flight. See Price list.
An experience accessible to all, departing from Talloires and taking off from the Col de La Forclaz or Planfait.
Don't hesitate to try your hand at paragliding, a sport that is truly accessible to everyone. Children, adults and even the elderly, anyone can take a first flight from one of Annecy's paragliding sites. Depending on the aerological conditions of the day, you can take off from the Col de la Forclaz to return either to Talloires directly to the Grands Espaces, or to Doussard and return by shuttle. It is also possible to take off from Planfait, the ridge above the Talloires landing. Whatever the day's conditions, you're sure to get your fill of adrenalin and thrills.
When is the best time to fly?
When should I book?
The aerological conditions over Lake Annecy are so favourable that it is possible to fly almost every day of the year except, of course, when it's raining or snowing. In spring, the atmosphere is a little more mineral as the trees are still waiting for their leaves and it's a little cooler, in summer it's hot and you can fly in a T-shirt, in autumn you can enjoy the shimmering colours of the vegetation and in winter the summits are covered in snow and the flights are generally calmer as the sun heats the rock faces less. Whichever season you choose, you'll enjoy an unforgettable aerial experience!
However, given the frenzy of tourism in Annecy in high season, we advise you to book your flight several days or even weeks in advance to make sure you can choose the time slot that suits you best.
How does a first paragliding flight with the Grands Espacess work?
Once you have made your reservation, simply come to the see you at Grands EspacesJust opposite the Talloires landing. From there, depending on the weather, you'll take the minibus to one of the take-off sites (Planfait or Col de La Forclaz). Once you're airborne, your state-qualified instructor will provide you with special equipment: a paragliding helmet and harness. If you have sunglasses, take them with you. Your instructor will take the opportunity to brief you on how the flight will go, the safety instructions and what to do during take-off and landing. Once you've settled in, your instructor will inflate the glider on your back, while you head off in the direction you set during the briefing. After a short run-up, you'll find yourself flying through the sky as if by magic! All you have to do then is enjoy the flight and take some great videos to immortalise the experience. For the landing, the pilot will remind you of the instructions and make a gentle approach to get you back on the ground in the best possible conditions. Then all you have to do is come back to the shop to collect your photos and videos and celebrate the adventure with your loved ones!
How old do you have to be to take a tandem tandem flight?
There is officially no age limit for paragliding. Minimum age is determined more by the weight of the passenger. Children must weigh at least 20kg for the tandem wing to be correctly loaded. For older people, there's no such thing as maximum age for paragliding. You just need to be active on your legs to walk quickly facing the slope when you take off. Certain time slots are particularly suitable for flights by sensitive or very young people. These are often the morning slots, when the air is still calm.
If you have any questions about a first paragliding experience in AnnecyYou can contact us by telephone on 04.50.60.79.06.
The Grands Espaces propose for over 35 years Paragliding first flights over Lake Annecy. Thanks to mild local air conditions and the natural protection of the mountains, paragliding in Annecy can be enjoyed most of the year... Our school and our team are therefore present all year round to show you the lake from the air.
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