Paragliding France

Flying a paraglider, with this unique feeling of living in communion with nature, discovering sublime landscapes of the south of the Manche: this is the programme proposed by Manche Parapente. Launched in 2015 by the young Adrien Valognes, an enthusiast holding the distance record of Lower Normandy, the brand invites you to escape. Different formulas are proposed: discovery, great flight or sensation, and take-offs can be made from Granville, Carolles, Champeaux or, further away, from the rocks of Ham. Information on the site according to the weather.

For 37 years, Les Passagers du Vent has been offering take-offs at La Forclaz. The Talloires-based school, staffed by state-certified instructors, offers tandem paragliding first flights over Lake Annecy and the Aravis mountains all year round. The school also organizes a large number of advanced training courses entitled "cross-country, piloting, ascent progression, autonomous progression and travel" for connoisseurs. On the online website, you can reserve your equipment (for sale or hire). On the ground, the Plancher des Vaches is the perfect place to share a good time over a drink or a plate of food.

This paragliding school offers training courses for tandem and paramotor microlights as well as first flights, half-day paragliding discovery courses - on the ground, plus tandem flight initiation -, 3-day paragliding initiation courses up to solo flight, 5-day initiation and progression courses, 5-day initiation piloting cage course, tandem microlight first flights The material is lent. You will also find some in the store, including second-hand.

Founded in the late 1980s by Didier Maturin, current coach of the French paragliding team (world champions in 2013), this paragliding and hang-gliding school offers introductory tandem flights, enabling students to discover the Arve Valley. The school also encourages autonomy by teaching the skills needed to fly solo, in the presence of a flight professional. For further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Hervé, head instructor at the paragliding school, says it himself: "Watch out for the virus, because we're completely infected...". So you've been warned: if you take a first paragliding flight with Plaine Altitude, you're in for a repeat offence! The team of instructors - Hervé, Samuel, Maxime, Philippe, Évelyse, Dorian and Emma - is as dynamic as it is passionate. Not to mention the general good humour and confidence-building that are essential for a successful flight. For thrill-seekers, the aptly named "Sensations" baptism is recommended; for the less daring, the more contemplative "Découverte" formula seems more appropriate. But when you know that the school gives wings even to those who are usually confined to an armchair, you'll soon forget your apprehensions. There's even a Baby Fly for toddlers! "A moment of wonder in complete safety". From a simple introductory flight, it's a natural progression to a training course: initiation, improvement, aerobatics or piloting, depending on your level, there's something to suit all tastes and desires. As an added bonus, Plaine Altitude boasts one of the most beautiful paragliding sites in France: the ridges of the Suisse Normande region... The school has been established for over 20 years on the heights of Clécy, in an enchanting setting overlooking the valley. Let the winds carry you over these breathtaking landscapes - you won't be disappointed!

The great outdoors, they'll be under your feet when you're in the air! The mountains of the Alps, the waters of the lake are never as beautiful as seen from the sky. Les Grands Espaces is more than 30 years of paragliding experience by professional and passionate instructors who will take you safely into the air. One of the best experiences of your life! Sensations more or less strong guarantees according to the type of flight chosen from the Col de la Forclaz or Planfait: Loupiot for the youngest, Discovery, Ascent with some acrobatic curves and Prestige. Training courses to learn and shop to get equipped. See Annecy in a big way!

From May to mid September, a paragliding school to discover, initiate, advance or train. Flights make you discover the valley and mountains from a different angle. Try after a bi-place flight, an initiation over 3 days for beginners and another 3 days to go further. Think of hot clothes and rising shoes and a medical certificate for paragliding practice. Arches in Heaven also offers mountain sports, live water, via ferrata, canyoning… Technical clothing and sports equipment available at the store.

During the summer season, Flaine welcomes its visitors with the intention of offering them a revitalizing experience. A range of free activities is available, including big air bag, tennis, archery, fitness, bouncy castle, classical music concerts and guided tours of the resort. In collaboration with external partners, the tourist office also offers a wide range of activities throughout the summer, including caving, via ferrata, paragliding, golf, canyoning and more.

Contact Dominique and Jean Valli, president of the club, to test an original activity on one of the rare free flight departure runways of the Allier. The take-off site is located 300 meters from the station of the Loge des Gardes in the Bourbonnaise Mountain, where it is easy to park. The club is recognized by the French Federation of Free Flight Site Handicap. This allows the practice of this sport to people in wheelchair. For the moment, the club is open to members, but the project of baptisms is in progress. The club must acquire an adapted two-seater cart.

The Vent du Vent club is an association of 1901 affiliated with the French Federation of Free Flight (FFVL), with paragliding and hang-gliding practitioners. It is an association to contact to live sensations between confirmed. This club composed solely of practitioners allows insiders to practise and exchange on their passions. To discover the passengers of the wind, it is necessary to have made one or two internships in school and to have its equipment. To practice paragliding, tandem, delta, or off in winches and towed.

Tandem paragliding is accessible from the age of 6, as long as you are not afraid to take the chairlift to the summits. Accompanied by a professional instructor, for 10 to 45 minutes, the child experiences a real moment of escape. For those who are prone to vertigo, you should know that the sensation does not exist in the air because there is no grip on the ground. For the more adventurous, wings-over, candles, will make them explore the landscape of the Arve Valley from all angles. You can also learn to fly with the flying courses.

Formerly known as Airone Parapente, Erwan Didriche's qualified team continues to make you fly like a bird over the sublime Giffre Valley. Let the wind carry you and admire the landscape! Flights from 20 to 60 minutes, for the most passionate, in the hands of an experienced team. Take advantage of the training courses and improvement courses over several days, to acquire your autonomy in flight. Introductory courses, thermal flights, cross country flights... there is something for everyone and every level. Go for it!

To discover the Poitevin plain from a new angle, head for Massognes. The Club des Pitroux offers tandem paragliding flights for all ages and levels. Experienced pilots will welcome you for an unforgettable experience and a taste of free flight. Children from 35 kg, adults or people with reduced mobility, everyone can try it out for around 30 minutes of sensations. Once you've been kitted out and briefed, it's off to get your feet in the air and your head in the clouds - all you have to do is enjoy!

The school offers a wide variety of services to suit different preferences and levels, including introductory courses, training courses, refresher courses and à la carte services. Thanks to tandem accompaniment, you can explore the joys of first flights in complete safety. The various types of jump offer the possibility of choosing the formula that best suits your experience and your quest for sensations. If necessary, flights can be rescheduled to ensure optimal conditions.