Hover over the Pré-Alps of the Azure from the world capital of perfume. State-certified instructors with nearly 20 years’ experience at the Gréolières and Gourdon sites. Introductory session from 100 €, 20-30 minutes from Grasse.
Grasse · 06Grasse, world perfume capital, is on the doorstep of the most beautiful sites of paragliding in the hinterland. Gréolières, our daily playground, is 30 minutes away; Gourdon-Embarnier is just 20 minutes away.
The main takeoff is from the ridges of Cheiron, at 1,800 metres above sea level exceptional altitude gain, long flights, high mountain atmosphere in the heart of the Pré-Alps of Azur Regional Nature Park.
Nearby, the reserve of Azure Mountains allows you to observe European bison and wild horses — an ideal nature outing to combine with your baptism. And to explore the town: what to do in Grasse.
Between taking off at 1,800m on the Cheiron and landing in the valley, it's over 1,000 metres of elevation gain waiting for you: flights of 10 to 60 minutes depending on the package, gentle for a discovery or more intense for thrill-seekers. And the panorama is total — from the Mediterranean sparkling to the south against the snow-capped peaks of the Mercantour, passing through the Gorges du Loup and the hilltop villages of the Grasse region.
This guide : the two take-off sites, the panorama, the packages, the schedule and the complete FAQ.
Two sites very close to each other, chosen according to the day's weather conditions and confirmed by SMS the evening before. The shortest routes on the entire Côte d'Azur to a take-off.
Our daily playground, where unfold 80% of our flights. Cheiron ridges, exceptional elevation gain, long flights.
Landing at Gréolières village, at the edge of our school. High mountain and wide open spaces ambiance.
Closer to Grasse, the Embarnier site above Gourdon, selected when atmospheric conditions warrant it.
Take-off from one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, direct view of the Gorges du Loup and the coast.
The reason why most of our flights take place at Gréolières is down to the area’s unique wind conditions: a due south aspect, regular valley breezes and over 250 flyable days per year. Residents of Grasse are lucky enough to have, just 20–30 minutes from home, one of the most reliable sites in the Southern Alps — gentle enough for a family’s first outing, yet challenging enough to progress to learning how to steer. The choice between Gréolières and Gourdon-Embarnier is actually made at the last minute, depending on the day’s wind direction: it is this flexibility, unique to schools that operate across multiple sites, that guarantees the best possible flying window on every outing.
The spot shines on the entire hinterland: one also goes up there from Cannes, Antibes, Vence or Nice, all within an hour's drive. On the Grasse side, the baptism blends wonderfully with a visit to the perfumeries from the world capital of perfume, a stroll through the old town, or a nature excursion to the reserve of Azure Mountains to observe wild bison and horses — to make up a real adventure day.
From the Grasse region to the Cheiron peaks: a preview of what awaits you during your baptism. Souvenir video option available (+€30), included in the Prestige flight.
From the very first seconds, the scenery transforms: the ground recedes, silence descends, and the Grasse region opens up in a 360° panorama – from the Cheiron peaks to the Mediterranean, via the Gorges du Loup. The onboard video, filmed by your instructor, captures every moment of the flight, from the great leap to the turns above the plateaus. This allows you to relive the experience and share it long after your feet are back on the ground.
From gentle child fares to long-haul premium flights, a formula for baptism For every desire. All-inclusive prices: equipment, instructor, insurance.
In detail: the Ascending flight, Our best-seller heads cross-country over the Cheiron ridges to the village of Coursegoules – spirals and chandelles are optional for thrill-seekers. Child flight only in the morning, between 8 am and 10 am, when the air is stillest, with an instructor used to younger children. The Educational flight introduces aspiring pilots to the analysis of thermals, take-off technique, and theoretical basics, while the Walk & Fly add an approach hike. In winter, the Paragliding on skis set off on skis from the slopes of Gréolières-les-Neiges, gliding over the snow-capped peaks (ages 10 and over). Finally, the Prestige flight offers the full works — long-duration flight over the ridges, acrobatic manoeuvres, a 360° panorama from Monaco to Cannes, and HD video included — and the Paragliding combo + canyoning combines a flight and a canyoning descent for a day packed with thrills in the countryside, between the Cheiron ridges and the Gorges du Loup.
A straightforward and reassuring experience, supervised from start to finish by your state-qualified instructor. The location (Gréolières or Gourdon) will be confirmed by text message the day before.
SMS with the chosen site, the GPS point of the meeting and the time according to the weather.
20 mins to Gourdon via the D3, 30 mins to Gréolières via the Gorges du Loup.
Safety instructions, harness, helmet. A few running steps into the wind and you are flying.
Contemplation, thermal flights or acrobatics of your choice, followed by a gentle landing in the valley.
During the flight, you can take control A few moments if the mood takes you, and acrobatics are possible upon request for the more playful. Upon landing, your instructor will take time for a debrief and will give you your video if you ordered it. No particular experience or physical condition is required: being able to take a few running steps at take-off is enough, and each flight is adapted to your pace.
Regarding the season, we fly almost all year round in the Grasse region: spring and autumn offer the most consistent conditions, summer favours morning flights (calmer and cooler at altitude), and winter adds the magic of ski paragliding. The slot is always confirmed the day before by SMS according to the weather, and rescheduling remains free if conditions aren't met — you only pay for your flight once in the air, never before. It is this flexibility, as much as the proximity of the sites, that brings so many locals back season after season, from their first taster session to pilot training.
Not a tourist trap : Ailéments is a family-run school certified by the FFVL, founded by enthusiasts who have been flying in the Grasse region for 19 years. Equipment checked every season at'workshop from Gréolières.
Over 6,000 volumes completed without serious accident, +1070 5/5 reviews. Free weather report, payment on-site after the activity, no upfront fees.
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Sites, journey, season, age, weight, outfit, weather, video, booking, nature park, training.
Gréolières : 30 mins, take-off at 1 800 m. Gourdon-Embarnier 20 min, 1 080 m.
Site chosen according to the weather of the day, GPS sent by SMS the day before.
Around Gréolières: 30 minutes by the Gorges du Loup. Around Gourdon: 20 minutes via the D3. Scenic route, free parking at take-off.
Spring: Steady updrafts. Summer: Morning or late afternoon flights. Autumn: Stable conditions. Winter: Sunny days, exceptional visibility.
Take the opportunity to explore the city what to do in Grasse.
From age 4 with the formula Child flight, in the morning (8 am-10 am), sensations measured.
No maximum age if physical condition allows. Details: Minimum age for paragliding.
90 kg (Two-seater equipment certification). Close to the limit? Contact us to discuss it.
Closed shoes, long trousers, windbreaker and a light jumper (cooler at altitude).
We provide the approved helmet and the comfortable harness.
Free deferral on a date of your choice, no charge as long as the flight has not taken place. Confirmation or postponement by SMS the day before.
Yes, option GoPro video + €30 (Included in the Prestige Flight): Take-off, panoramas, landing. HD file transferred to your phone.
No: no experience required, just a few running steps On take-off (5-10m). In the air, you are sitting comfortably, the monitor flies.
Yes: overview of Regional Natural Park, hilltop villages (Gourdon, Coursegoules, Cipières), and sometimes eagles and vultures croisée en vol.
To extend the nature adventure: descent of the Gorges du Loup canyon, just a stone's throw from Grasse.
Yes: taster course, progressive piloting, patent training with personalised support. See our paragliding courses.
4 key points for your flight over the Grasse region.
Gourdon 20 mins, Gréolières (1,800 m, main site) 30 min away. Site confirmed by SMS the day before.
Child flight 100 €, Ascendant 140 € ★, Prestige 250 €, combo 190 €/person. From 4 years old, max 90 kg.
Overflight of perched villages and Gorges du Loup, eagles and vultures in flight, bison from the reserve of Azure Mountains nearby.
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