Baptism of the air France

The Roll'air Cable is one of Europe's longest zip lines. The cable is 1.8km long and links the Drouvet summit (2650m) to Lac Long (2500m). Visitors can enjoy a 1min20 journey between heaven and earth as they launch themselves headfirst down the zip line. In summer, good sneakers are recommended for access to the site. Payment is by cash or vacation vouchers only. In winter, the zip line is accessible to skiers (return via the Rochasson red run) and pedestrians (return along a ski run, with walking shoes or shoes suitable for snow). It is open to pedestrians from 9am to 2pm. Allow a 15-minute walk from the end of the zip line to the Télémix de Rocherousse. The zip line is open daily from 01/07 to 03/09/2023 and from 16/12/2023 to 14/04/2024, subject to favorable weather conditions. Tickets can be purchased online.

Discovering the Cevennes with its interlacing green valleys by helicopter with a totally panoramic view will leave you with unforgettable memories. Baptisms of the air, tourist circuits or initiation flights. From Saint-Jean-du-Gard, without doubt the best way, with the flights in tourist plane from the airfield of Deaux, to discover the Cevennes. Especially as seen from the air, you will become aware of this incredible narrowing of massifs which characterizes the Cevennes. All year round by appointment or on Thursday July - August from Anduze.

The exceptional location of Tallard, especially in terms of climatic conditions, has made it an ideal center for all air sports - many world champions train here - and air recreation within the reach of all. Gap-Tallard is the reference for flying and aerial activities. In addition to the welcome and the conviviality which reigns on the site, one takes part in the many activities: parachuting, hot-air ballooning, autogyro, helicopter, paragliding, glider, ULM, seaplane... Unusual with a flight in a vintage plane. Baptisms and training courses, the pleasure is unlimited.

Like a plane without wings... as the song says. But if you want to get some height, come and discover helicopter flying thanks to the APHF which offers first flights on board the Robinson R44. It is also possible to discover Brittany via a ULM Tétras. First flight, discovery flight or flight training, whatever you wish, you will find passionate instructors to guide you. Advice, accompaniment, pedagogy, nothing is left to chance! So do we take the plunge?

What if for a few minutes you slipped into the suit of a student pilot? In the air aboard an Albatros L39 or an Epsilon TB30, the Apache Aviation team of pilots offers you an extraordinary experience. Take-off, climb, aerobatics, aerial pursuit, depending on the chosen mission, come and take advantage of the advice of these crazy flyers for flights ranging from 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes. Physiological conditions are required to access these flights.

Why not discover the Brocéliande forest, the Nantes-Brest canal, the Oust region, Josselin castle or Ploërmel's Lac au Duc from the air? The ULM Club de Brocéliande offers you such a trip, with baptisms accessible to all ages. Eye candy and exhilarating sensations: no one is immune to the feeling of freedom and well-being that comes from flying over a landscape! Naturally, all flights are carried out in complete safety by an instructor who is a member of the school. Discovery flights last 20, 30 or 50 minutes.

A specialized store for paragliding enthusiasts. Their online blog is a precious help for any problem related to this sport. In addition, Soaring makes you live real strong sensations thanks to the various training courses proposed: Baptisms of the air, discovery days, training courses... The formulas are varied and take place according to the weather conditions... Trekking or bivouac flights take place on the GR10 but also abroad. A team of passionate people is there to initiate you, guide you and accompany you in your progression.

Ideally located between Nantes and Angers, the Aéro-Club d'Ancenis offers an adrenalin-filled flying experience. During your first flight, you can admire the magnificent Loire Valley and the picturesque Vioreau and Riaillé ponds from the air. In addition to these exhilarating flights, the aeroclub also offers comprehensive pilot training courses, for both airplanes and microlights. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or simply curious to discover the joys of flight, the Aéro-Club du Pays d'Ancenis will meet your expectations with professionalism and friendliness.

The Funny Birds organize air baptisms, à la carte tours and photo flights. It's also a flying school where you can learn to handle these fascinating gears. Flights accompanied by a pilot, only.

The paragliding school has been based in Embrun for 30 years, but takes off in winter from the resorts of Les Orres and Risoul, and from Mont-Guillaume and Savines in summer. The school caters for all paragliding enthusiasts, with tandem flights over Lac de Serre-Ponçon on offer. The school is accredited by the Fédération française de vol libre. Another adventure to share is a seaplane ride over the turquoise waters of the lake. Jennif'Air also offers a giant zip line in Les Orres and many other activities to discover.

If you would like to spend your baptism in the air or learn to do some of the clouds in the clouds, contact this school. Frank, a state-run instructor, with his ten years of experience, offers many benefits to learn to ride a pole or to take a walk in the air, in tandem. Sports enthusiasts can train and get the state patent that allows you to fly alone. For those who want to enjoy their loved ones, it is also possible to offer a good gift, valid for one year, which opens right to a tourist tour above the Loire. And if you're looking for equipment, you'll be aware that Destination Ulm is also selling and selling new and used machines. You can even drop your aircraft into one of the aerodrome hangars.

Le Pélican du Lirou, which celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2020, offers the chance to fly through the sky without burning your wings, just like the birds. Climb aboard our ultralight flying machines and explore the region and its landscapes from the air. You don't need any previous flying experience, just a good sense of heights and a keen eye for detail. The club offers courses and first flights in microlights and paramotors. A sensational experience for all adrenaline junkies!

Open all year round by appointment. The prices are very accessible for a discovery of a few minutes of flight. Many circuits are proposed including a flight over the Erdre, the most beautiful river in France according to François I (20 to 30 minutes), the Loire from the gates of Nantes to Ancenis passing by the castles (1 hour). Kapitaine ULM also offers its services from Saint-Brévin at the foot of the Saint-Nazaire bridge to fly over the Loire estuary, the beaches up to the island of Noirmoutier on one side and the salt marshes of Guérande on the other.

Helico ULM Aire de la Foret offers helio-ulm baptisms over the Bay of Mont Saint Michel, offering a breathtaking view of this region of many charms. Flights are carried out in the best possible conditions, with an enclosed, heated cabin, enabling passengers to take full advantage of the altitude. Pilot Didier Noël is much appreciated for his warm welcome and detailed explanations. Customers also praise Didier's passion and friendliness, which contribute to an unforgettable experience. Helico ULM Aire de la Foret is also an excellent gift idea, with vouchers valid for a year.

Just next to the city of Bar-le-Duc, the small town of Fains-Véel has a club for those who want to discover this practice and fly around the surrounding area. The club has a hangard and a 375-metre track. It offers 15, 30 or 60 minutes air baptisms on the village plateau, as well as initiations and short flights. They will allow you to discover the Meuse (the Valley of Saulx, the Valley of Ornain, the Castle of Jean at Hours or the Lac du Der). Information by telephone or mail.

A baptism of air is a unique opportunity to discover Montpellier and its coastline from the top and to make full of thrills. The Aéroclub de Montpellier proposes to send you "in the air" to Sète or La Grande Motte. Flights are carried out on a Cessna (4 places) or Robin (1 to 2 places), the ride is quiet because it is not a matter of antics in the air, but of making it discover and feel the pleasure of flying. The baptism of the air is therefore accessible to everyone!

And if you took the height to observe the region? On board a helicopter you will certainly take the view. Héliberté is specialized in Air Tourism. Approved for the public transport of passengers, it covers the entire West and has 13 bases, one on the Côte d'Amour (in Pornichet). Its fleet consists mainly of Airbus helicopters. At the map, flights of 20 min, 35 min, 45 min and 1 hour above the guérandaise peninsula, the Loire Estuary, the Gulf of Morbihan and even the possibility of an initiation flight. It is also possible to carry out a tailor-made circuit. Héliberté also offers its services during events, weddings and links in business tourism. So ready to meet the challenge or to realize a child dream? Imminent take-off.

Take to the skies in a helicopter, the famous and robust Robinson R44, and set off on an adventure along the Basque and Landes coasts. Tours are available, from a baptism of air over Biarritz to an escapade that reveals the mountains of the Pyrenees chain, as well as the landscapes of the Landes region. Villages punctuate your route, and this flight offers one of the most beautiful panoramas imaginable. The surfing circuit is very pleasant, with Bidart, Guéthary and Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Gourmet stopovers too, with a private return flight to Pilat-sur-Mer.