Air sports Normandy

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.

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!

A place at the end of the world, facing Mont Saint-Michel: you are at the Avranches aeroclub. That day, under a beautiful winter sun, the view is superb, the sheep are there too, sometimes even on the runway. On the spot, a flying school, possibility to make initiation flights, or baptisms. By microlight or by plane, it's up to you to choose the way you want to take off. On-site, a bar open to all, a beautiful terrace to admire the ballet of small planes.

Overview of the Impressionist Valley in Normandy… Pascal Chédeville and his team take you in the air, in the ULM or by plane, for air baptisms (you will be awarded a diploma!) or for flights uncovered. Take your camera: you will have the opportunity to photograph the villages and castles, the Seine that would perceive and the beach that arches, and even Monet's house view of the sky with its pond and the garden of House.

A unique experience, in a unique place. The airship hangar of Écausseville, untouched since its construction more than a century ago, is the setting for a possibility that makes you dream: fly with your own wings! The Aéroplume association takes advantage of this incredible space to allow you to take to the skies. You put on the special harness, you are weighed down - or unloaded - and the flight is yours. Like a bird, you flap your wings to move forward. Incredible!

What a thrill! It is from the Lessay airfield that you will start a climb to several thousand meters of altitude before making the big jump! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced skydiver, A'Air is a skydiving school which is not only for beginners, and also allows you to make your first jump - in tandem of course. You will of course be able to choose a video or photo option, and thus keep an incredible memory of this session, in a beautiful geographical area, sweeping the coast. Unique!

You imagine discovering the beaches of landing otherwise? Threats like a bird above the cliffs of Du or flying over Arromanches Harbour, embracing its entire expanse? Elementair Paragliding School, pilotée by Claude Bellessort with an elite squadron, makes this dream accessible to all. Yes to everyone. Even if you are stuck in a chair, free flight is possible. Baptism in tandem, initiation course, discovery day… A beat of wings, a heartbeat and a heartbeat that you want to learn to fly alone!

What a great experience: such a region, such beautiful landscapes, seen from the sky... Frédéric Fortin, your instructor, offers introductory flights, first flights and microlight flights: he will give you useful advice and make you feel at ease. Walks in the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel, flying over the islands Chausey: what to get a good view, without being risky. This is an original birthday gift, which combines strong sensations, discovery of incredible aircraft and enriching explanations.

A flying club like no other for many reasons: firstly because of its location, a few minutes flight from Mont Saint-Michel, by the sea, what a pleasure! And also because the range of activities offered here is rich. You can become a pilot, and take the necessary tests, but also take your first flight and make initiation flights. The fleet, which includes no less than 6 planes, will invite you to take off for a flight over the Chausey Islands, for example, or Mont-Saint-Michel, a little further south!

At Le Havre, there are about members of this club… in the wind. With equipment and six wings to help beginners, the club takes on its wing several young people for initiation courses.

Kite surf, delta and paragliding with this club, which also caters to all levels.

You want to discover Normandy in a different way? Take a flight on board one of the microlights of Ailes d'Albâtre. During your escapade, you will discover the Normandy coast as you have never seen it before. Land and sea will mix with the sky to offer you a unique experience! The more adventurous can even ask for an initiation and take the controls of a small plane, accompanied by a friendly experienced instructor. The Normandy countryside will never have been as beautiful as seen from the sky. Strong sensations guaranteed!

The Centre de Vol à Voile de Vauville-Hague association, in the commune of La Hague, is based at the Vauville-Camp Maneyrol airfield, which offers ideal conditions for gliding: gentle slope, favourable winds, the site is a must for this discipline. Today, the association offers 2 activities: gliding and multi-axis microlight flying. For novices, the sensations are guaranteed, especially during introductory flights.

Discover the experience and the sensations of free-fall in Bretteville-sur-Odon, near Caen, with the AirFly wind tunnel!A unique experience where the dream of flying becomes reality, as during aparachute jump. Since 2015, and with more than 18,0000 flights made, AirFly makes you live the great thrill, from the beginner to the expert. Without even having to climb into a plane, the freefall time in this simulator is at least twice as long as a tandem skydive!