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Paragliding Bandol

Paragliding Bandol : A first flight in the Préalpes d'Azur

Bandolais and visitors alike, treat yourself to a first paragliding flight from the wine capital of the Var. With the Ailéments school, discover tandem flying in Provence accompanied by state-qualified instructors. Flights of 20 to 60 minutes over the Gorges du Loup and the Préalpes d'Azur - much longer than from local sites with limited gradients.

Where to fly?

Where to fly from Bandol?

Bandol, a seaside resort renowned for its wines and beaches, is the ideal starting point for discovering paragliding in the Var. Rather than a limited local flight from Signes or Cuges-les-Pins, Ailéments offers you a real first flight from Gréolières: 700 metres of vertical drop, generous thermals, and flights of 20 to 60 minutes with panoramic views over the whole of Provence.

Gréolières (1,400 m altitude) - 1h40

 

Taking off from Gréolières offers an incomparable free-flight experience. Perched on the southern slopes of the Cheiron mountain, this site in the Préalpes d'Azur offers ideal aerological conditions for long first flights and authentic gliding sensations.

What you'll see from the sky:

  • The Gorges du Loup winding 700 m below
  • The hilltop villages of the Pre-Alps: Gourdon, Coursegoules, Cipières
  • The glittering Mediterranean on the horizon
  • The snow-capped peaks of the Mercantour on a clear day
  • The Côte d'Azur coastline from Nice to Cannes

Site characteristics :

  • Take-off altitude: 1,400 m
  • Difference in altitude: 700 m
  • Bandol, a seaside resort renowned for its wines and beaches, is the ideal starting point for discovering the region. paragliding in the Var. Rather than a limited local flight from Signes or Cuges-les-Pins, Ailéments offers you a real first flight from Gréolières 1,000 metres of vertical drop, generous thermals, and flights of 20 to 60 minutes with panoramic views over the whole of Provence.

    Gréolières (1,800 m altitude) - 1h40 from Bandol

 

  • Taking off from the crests of Le Cheiron offers an incomparable free-flight experience. This site in the Préalpes d'Azur, where 90 % of our first flights take place, offers ideal aerological conditions for long first flights and authentic gliding sensations. Our school and workshop are based in the village, on the edge of the landing area.

What you'll see from the sky:

  • The Gorges du Loup winding below
  • The hilltop villages of the Pre-Alps : Gourdon, Coursegoules, Cipières
  • The glittering Mediterranean on the horizon
  • The snow-capped peaks of the Mercantour on a clear day
  • The Côte d'Azur coastline from Nice à Cannes

Site characteristics :

  • Take-off altitude: 1,400 m - 1,800 m (crêtes du Cheiron)
  • Difference in altitude: 700 m - 1,000 m
  • Facing: South, South-West, South-East
  • Landing: natural meadow at Gréolières village
  • More than 250 flying days a year

Website of Gourdon (1 080 m) - 1h30 from Bandol

As an accessible alternative, the Embarnier site above Gourdon offers a take-off from one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, with a direct view of the Gorges du Loup and the Provencal coastline.

Facing: South, South-West, South-East

  • Landing : Vallée du Loup
  • Generous temperatures from spring to autumn

Gourdon (1,080 m) - 1h30

 

As an accessible alternative, the Gourdon site offers a take-off from one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, with a direct view of the Gorges du Loup and the Provencal coastline.

💡 How is the site chosen? The day before your flight, our pilots analyse the aerological conditions (thermals, wind, visibility) and confirm the meeting point by text message. The route from Bandol follows the coast along the A8 towards Nice, then crosses the Grasse hinterland - a Provençal getaway before you even take off.

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OUR FORMULAS

Our paragliding packages from Bandol

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Child flight

100€ | 10-15 min | From age 6

The perfect way to introduce youngsters to the magic of paragliding. Flights only in the mornings between 8am and 10am, when the air is calm and conditions perfect.

✓ Calm conditions guaranteed (morning flight)
✓ Monitor trained to welcome children
✓ Discover the local fauna (chamois, roe deer)
✓ Video option available (+€30)

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Ascending Flight ⭐ BEST SELLER

140€ | 20-30 min

Our most popular option. Your pilot uses thermals and updrafts to extend the flight and give you an exceptional panorama from Monaco to Cannes.

✓ Thermal or dynamic flight depending on conditions
✓ Possibility of taking orders
✓ Gentle acrobatics on request
✓ Video option available (+€30)

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Paragliding + Canyoning combo

195€/pers | Full day | Group 5 min

Two key activities in the Alpes-Maritimes in one unforgettable day. Paragliding in the morning (ascending flight), canyoning afternoon in the Canyon du Loup.

The ultimate Côte d'Azur experience with Pierrot!

✓ Ascending paragliding flight (20-30 min)
Canyon du Loup (3 hours of activity)
✓ Photos included in both activities
✓ Attractive group rate

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Prestige⭐⭐ flight

250 | 45 min to 1 hour | Video included

The ultimate experience for thrill-seekers. Cross-country flight over the Cheiron peaks to the village of Coursegoules.
Spirals, candles and adrenalin guaranteed.

✓ Long flights on ridges
✓ Acrobatic figures (spirals, candles)
✓ 360° view from Monaco to Cannes
✓ HD video included (SD card supplied)

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Paragliding Baptism

From €100

Fly over the Mediterranean on an unforgettable tandem flight. Panoramic views from Monaco to Cannes, and the feeling of total freedom.

Child flight (10-15 min, from age 4
Ascending flight ⭐ Best Seller (20-30 min) - €140
Prestige flight  (45-60 min, video included) - €250

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Hiking & Flying

200€ | Day | From age 16

A complete adventure: a 45-minute hike along the GR4 to the summit of Cheiron (1770m), followed by a panoramic flight over the Préalpes d'Azur.

✓ 45-minute walk via the GR4
✓ Take-off from Le Cheiron (1770m)
✓ Picnic possible at the summit
✓ Video option available (+€30)

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Educational flight

250 | 45 min to 1 hour | Video included

For pilots learning to fly. Perfect your flying skills with an experienced instructor: thermal analysis, gesture correction, personalised debriefing.

✓ For improving drivers
✓ Analysis of your theoretical knowledge
✓ Correction of gesture errors
✓ Thermal analysis course included

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Paragliding on skis

100€ | Winter only | From age 10

The perfect marriage of skiing and hang-gliding. Take off on skis from the slopes at Gréolières-les-Neiges, then soar over the snow-capped peaks of the Alpes-Maritimes.

✓ Ski take-off from the slopes
✓ Flying over snow-capped mountains
✓ Minimum level of red piste skiing required
✓ Video option available

YOUR FLIGHT WITH AILÉMENTS

How does a paragliding flight work?

The day before your flight, You will receive a confirmation SMS with the meeting place and time.

D-Day:

  1. Meet up on site - Meet your instructor at the take-off point in Gréolières or Gourdon
  2. Safety briefing - Explanation of procedures, take-off and landing instructions
  3. Equipment - Comfortable harness and approved helmet
  4. Tandem take-off - A few running steps in front of the panorama, the pilot manages everything
  5. Flight - Enjoy panoramic views of the Côte d'Azur and the Mediterranean
  6. Landing - Soft landing in the Vallée du Loup
  7. Debriefing - Discussion with your instructor, video retrieval if you wish

During the flight, You can take the controls for a few moments. For thrill-seekers, acrobatics are available on request. A natural paragliding experience that will leave your head full of memories.

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Why Ailements?

Recognised expertise since 2017

Wings is a family school, not a tourist factory. Each flight is tailored to your profile and your wishes.

  • State-qualified instructors - 20+ years' experience on the Mont Gros site
  • FFVL - Fédération Française de Vol Libre - approved school
  • Family team - Warm welcome, time to chat
  • Recent equipment - Sails and harnesses checked every season
  • Total flexibility - Free weather report, payment on site
OUR TESTIMONIALS

Real experiences, real memories, real adventures

More than 500 5-star reviews

THE SITES

Where to go paragliding around Bandol?

  • Alpes-Maritimes (06)

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about paragliding in Bandol

Why not fly direct from Le Castellet or Signes?

Local flying sites such as Signes (Envol de Provence) and Cuges-les-Pins offer short flights with a limited difference in altitude. Gréolières offers 700 metres of ascent, powerful thermals for flights of 20 to 60 minutes, and incomparable panoramic views. For a real first paragliding experience, the extra distance is well worth the diversions, allowing you to discover the small villages of the Pre-Alps d'Azur as well as the Gorges du Loup for swimming and walking.

You'll fly over the Gorges du Loup (700 m below), the hilltop villages of the Préalpes d'Azur and the Mediterranean Sea on the horizon. The panorama stretches from the Mercantour to the Côte d'Azur coastline. It's a different spectacle from the vineyards of Bandol, but the flights take between 20 and 60 minutes - impossible from local sites like Signes with its limited altitude difference.



It takes around 1 hour 40 minutes to reach Gréolières from Bandol. The route takes in the A8 motorway towards Nice, then Grasse and the panoramic roads of the Pre-Alps. A Provencal stroll that's all part of the experience. Free parking at the take-off site.

Introduction to tandem paragliding is open to everyone from the age of 4. Our state-certified instructors adapt the flight to your level and your desires. You don't need to be in any particular physical condition or have any previous experience - you're the passenger, the pilot manages everything. It's the perfect free-flight experience for a first-timer.

The climate in the PACA region is ideal for hang-gliding all year round. Spring (April-June) offers steady thermals perfect for long flights. Summer favours morning sessions when the Provençal atmosphere is calm. Autumn is ideal for getting a good view of the countryside.

Our gift card is valid for one year, giving the recipient time to choose their ideal date. It can be used for all our packages, from Child flights to Prestige flights. It's the perfect way to offer a first flight and the thrill of freedom to a friend or family member from Bandol or a visitor to the region.

The limit is 90 kg, determined by the certification of our equipment. Beyond this limit, the glider cannot guarantee optimal flight in terms of safety. If you are close to this limit, contact us to discuss it.



At an altitude of 1400 m, it is cooler than in Bandol. Bring closed shoes (trainers or hiking boots), long trousers and a windproof jacket. We provide an approved helmet and a comfortable harness.

Safety is our priority. If the weather conditions do not allow you to fly, your first flight will be postponed free of charge to the date of your choice. You pay nothing until the flight takes place. You will receive a confirmation or postponement text message the day before.

Absolutely! You can combine your flight with an outing canyoning near Bandol for a day of 100 % sensations. After your flight, enjoy the charms of Bandol: the Bandol AOC wine estates for a tasting, the hilltop village of Le Castellet with its medieval streets, or the beaches of Renécros and Bandol. Discover also the paragliding from Toulon, just a stone's throw from Bandol.

The GoPro video option is available for €30 (included in the Prestige Flight). Your instructor films the highlights: take-off facing the Pre-Alps, flying over the crests with a panoramic view of the Côte d'Azur, and landing. Memories transferred directly to your phone.

If your first flight has whetted your appetite for more, our paragliding school Gréolières offers a full range of courses, from beginners to advanced, right up to pilots' licences. Gréolières is an exceptional site for free flight training thanks to its varied aerological conditions.

Book your paragliding flight

Bandolais, ready to fly?

Book your first flight and treat yourself to an aerial escapade in the Préalpes d'Azur.

We take the time to talk to you to understand your expectations and guide you towards the ideal package.

Gift voucher : Offer a paragliding flight to your loved ones! Our gift vouchers are available online, valid for 12 months, and can be personalised. Cancellation Free of charge up to one week before the flight. Free rescheduling in the event of bad weather.

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