{"id":26822,"date":"2026-10-09T13:41:41","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T11:41:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.camping-eden-savoie.com\/?p=26822"},"modified":"2026-10-09T15:07:36","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T13:07:36","slug":"paragliding-savoie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.camping-eden-savoie.com\/en\/travel-guide\/paragliding-savoie\/","title":{"rendered":"Paragliding in Savoie: in winter and summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Savoie is known as a perfect destination for a range of <strong class=\"color1 bold\">thrilling activities such as paragliding<\/strong>. The area enjoys a microclimate that favours flying in both summer and winter.<\/p>\n<p>On top of that, there are several listed take-off spots across the territory, such as the Col du Sapenay, Saint-Jean-de-la-Porte and others. Apart from the adrenaline rush, <strong class=\"color1 bold\">paragliding in Savoie<\/strong> gives you the <strong class=\"color1 bold\">most beautiful views over<\/strong> breathtaking landscapes.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/parapente-en-savoie.jpg\" alt=\"paragliding in Savoie\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Paragliding in winter and summer in Savoie<\/h2>\n<p>Whether it is your <strong class=\"color1 bold\">first paragliding flight in Savoie<\/strong> or your umpteenth, you are sure to have an <strong class=\"color1 bold\">extraordinary experience<\/strong>. Summer is the perfect season for this activity. At this time of year, Savoie offers all the <strong class=\"color1 bold\">ideal weather conditions for flying<\/strong>, as the sky is clearer and the cold air at altitude disappears. However, a <strong class=\"color1 bold\">first flight or a flight for experienced pilots<\/strong> can just as well be planned in winter.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"color1 bold\">Paragliding in Savoie<\/strong> is renowned worldwide for the beauty and variety of its routes. Soaring over the area, you will be dazzled by the limestone walls of the Dents de Lanfon, the imposing peaks of the Bauges and, of course, the turquoise waters of Lake <a href=\"https:\/\/www.camping-eden-savoie.com\/en\/travel-guide\/visit-annecy-in-one-day\/\">Annecy, which we recommend visiting for a day<\/a>. Throughout the flight, also enjoy the view of the chalets, <strong class=\"color1 bold\">La Plagne and its ski slopes<\/strong>, the fir trees and Mont Blanc.<\/p>\n<p>Savoie, especially around Lac du Bourget (Chamb\u00e9ry area, about 105 km\/1 h 20 from our campsite), has many places that <strong class=\"color1 bold\">allow safe take-offs and landings<\/strong>. Great sensations ahead!<\/p>\n<h2>Some providers for your first paragliding flight in Savoie<\/h2>\n<p>For your <strong class=\"color1 bold\">first paragliding experience<\/strong>, it is best to turn to professionals. Among the most recommended providers are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong class=\"color1 bold\">\u00c9cole de Parapente des Arcs<\/strong>, which offers flights with a ski take-off. You can book your flight by buying a gift voucher online.<\/li>\n<li><strong class=\"color1 bold\">AIR La Plagne<\/strong>, whose team of professionals is recommended for a first tandem flight.<\/li>\n<li><strong class=\"color1 bold\">\u00c9cole de Parapente Arcs en Ciel<\/strong>, which offers take-offs at 2,000 m for a flight of around twenty minutes before landing in the valley at the Ilettes field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Note that prices for improvement or learning courses are generally affordable for everyone.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/mH4-k64yMjU\" width=\"100%\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Learning to paraglide in Savoie<\/h2>\n<p>Would you like to learn to paraglide? Sign up with the <strong class=\"color1 bold\">\u00c9cole de Parapente des Arcs, in Savoie<\/strong>, for a course. It includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong class=\"color1 bold\">training slope<\/strong> session over 2 to 3 days, where you learn to inflate the wing, control your path on the ground and manage small hops that are useful for landing and take-off. You then follow a theory course split into several modules.<\/li>\n<li><strong class=\"color1 bold\">Big flights<\/strong>, over 2 or 3 days, where you fly on your own. Rest assured, one instructor guides you by radio at take-off and another for landing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A certificate is issued at the <strong class=\"color1 bold\">end of the beginner course<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>In short, the range of <strong class=\"color1 bold\">outdoor activities in Savoie is varied<\/strong>, and paragliding is one of them. To make the most of the experience, book a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.camping-eden-savoie.com\/en\/\">stay at the Eden de la Vanoise campsite<\/a>, which has the advantage of being close to <strong class=\"color1 bold\">many sites suited to paragliding<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Savoie is known as a perfect destination for a range of thrilling activities such as paragliding. The area enjoys a microclimate that favours flying in both summer and winter. On top of that, there are several listed take-off spots across the territory, such as the Col du Sapenay, Saint-Jean-de-la-Porte and others. 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