At the foot of Mont-Blanc, in Haute-Savoie, Chamonix is the world capital of high-mountain sports. It is one of France's oldest and most legendary resorts.
It's not just the skiing, of course, but also the number of activities on offer in the Chamonix valley, whatever the season, and the majestic sights of the Alps. From Mont-Blanc to theAiguille du Midi, via the Mer de Glace... Discover the most beautiful panoramas of the Alps and France from the sky.
Mont-Blanc paragliding: snow-capped mountains from the air
Majestically beautiful from the Valley, the Mont-Blanc massif is breathtaking from the air.
A paragliding flight in Mont-Blanc is a memorable aerial experience that lets you admire the Alps' must-see panoramas from above, in complete safety: Mont-Blanc, Aiguille du Midi, Mer de Glace, Aiguille Verte, Grandes Jorasses... You'll be amazed by the sheer immensity of the area.
Opinions are unanimous: a paragliding takeoff from Mont-Blanc is a unique experience, minutes that will remain engraved in your memory forever.
In Chamonix, numerous paragliding schools offer their services for an unforgettable mountain experience.
Your paragliding flight in Mont Blanc
Several possibilities are open to you, depending on your level and your desires. Discover tandem paragliding with an instructor for a first flight, take an aerial tour of the famous peaks of the Mont-Blanc massif guided by an instructor, do tricks and acrobatics for more thrills, take a piloting course to discover or perfect your skills... There's something for everyone.
The team, made up of qualified professionals with a passion for the high mountains, offers flights to suit everyone:
A tandem paragliding flight is an activity accessible to all, which lets you feel like a bird, in complete safety.
With a professional instructor, there's no age limit for a paragliding experience at Mont-Blanc. Children aged 5 and over can make their first flight. For them, as for senior citizens, certain extra precautions are taken. To facilitate take-off, the activity often takes place early in the morning, when the wind is calmer.
For others, the team can customize the experience to suit your needs. If you're a little stressed and want to take in the scenery from the air, a discovery flight would be perfect. The instructor will calm your nerves and show you the wonders of the Alps.
If you're looking for thrills and spills, opt for an option with figures and acrobatics. If you'd like to learn the basics of paragliding or perfect your skills, why not opt for a paragliding course? And if you've already flown and want to try a long-haul flight, go for an XXL paragliding flight.
Practical information about paragliding in Mont Blanc
The price generally includesAMENITIES , which will be supplied on site. On the other hand, as an additional option and at different prices, depending on the paragliding school, it is possible to pay extra for a photo and/or video report.
For a paragliding take-off, it's best to be well-equipped with sunglasses, sports shoes and clothing suited to the season (note that it's always cooler at altitude, especially in the air, so we strongly advise you to bring a windbreaker, gloves and a sweater in all seasons).
Unfortunately, paragliding is not suitable for children under 5, pregnant women, minors who do not have authorization signed by their parents, people weighing over 110 kg or people over 2 meters tall.
Supervision is provided by state-qualified instructors, and the activity is of course subject to weather conditions for everyone's safety.
