Take off from one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France, perched at 760 m. Views over the Gorges du Loup, the Mediterranean and the peaks of the Mercantour. DEJEPS and BEES instructors, over 20 years of experience on the site. Tandem flights from €140.
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Gourdon, ,because at 760 m, it is nicknamed the «Eagles» Nest of the French Riviera". Classified among the Most Beautiful Villages in France, it's an ideal starting point for the paragliding in the Nice hinterland.
With Ailéments, a paragliding school since 2013, you fly under the supervision of state-qualified instructors with over 20 years of experience. Breathtaking views over the Gorges du Loup, the Mediterranean and the peaks of the Mercantour.
You Child Flight for €100 At Vol Prestige, several packages are available to you. And for a full day: the paragliding + canyoning In the Loup.
Gourdon, one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France, enjoys a rare privilege: a take-off right on its doorstep, the Embarnier site, and the main Gréolières site just 15 minutes away. Up to 1,000 m of vertical drop at Gréolières and flights of 10 to 60 minutes over the Gorges du Loup and the Préalpes d'Azur.
This guide take-off sites, options, flight procedure, our local expertise.
Two take-off sites depending on the conditions and your level, both offering exceptional panoramas of the Gorges du Loup and the French Riviera.
15 min from Gourdon, on the Cheiron ridges. Vertical drop up to 1,000 m: this is where most of our flights take place.
View of the peaks of the Mercantour, the Mediterranean, the Gorges du Loup and the hilltop villages.
Direct access from Gourdon. Altitude gain 700m, south-east facing.
Overlooks the Gorges du Loup and the medieval village of Gourdon. Ideal depending on the weather conditions on the day.
Flying from Gourdon means setting off from a natural balcony: the village towers several hundred metres above the Gorges du Loup, facing the sea. Depending on the weather, we take off from Embarnier, just above, or from Gréolières for longer flights. A south-facing aspect, steady breezes and over 250 flyable days a year: we fly here often.
And the village is well worth lingering in: medieval lanes, a château and gardens, craft and perfumery workshops, a breathtaking panorama over the whole bay. The neighbours are not to be outdone: people also come to fly from Bar-sur-Loup. Up on its plateau, Caussols is 30 minutes from Gréolières.
The view alone makes the trip worthwhile: beneath the wing, the Gorges du Loup and their sheer cliffs, the wild plateaus of the Cheiron, the coastline in the distance and the first peaks of the Mercantour. A striking contrast between sea and mountains, which is particularly striking as you take off. And as the area is brimming with things to see — a listed village, gorges, waterfalls — this first flight easily turns into a day-long getaway.
In practice, the choice between Embarnier and Gréolières is made at the last minute, depending on the day's wind direction: Embarnier, just above the village, for a quick take-off with a plunging view over the gorges; Gréolières, fifteen minutes away, for the big vertical drop and the longest flights. This flexibility lets us pick the best flying window on every outing. It is also what makes Gourdon a destination apart: on the same day, you can stroll through the medieval lanes in the morning, take to the air in the afternoon above the valley you have just admired from below, then enjoy a sunset over the bay. Gourdon packs a wealth of experiences into very few kilometres — enough to turn a simple tandem flight into a real travel memory, to give as a gift or share with the family. And as everywhere at Ailéments, rescheduling is free if the weather is unsuitable: from Gourdon, fifteen minutes from Gréolières, you never make the trip for nothing.
From gentle child fares to long-haul premium flights, an option for tandem flight For every desire. All-inclusive prices: equipment, instructor, insurance.
From the gentlest to the most intense: the Child flight in the morning (from age 5), the best-selling Ascending flight for thrills, the Educational flight (45 min to 1 h, video included) to learn to read the air, Ski paragliding in winter from Gréolières 1400, and the Prestige flight, an XL flight with HD and 4K video. Equipment, qualified supervision and insurance included — come with closed-toe shoes and a jacket.
A simple and reassuring experience, supervised from A to Z by your State-certified instructor.
Meeting the instructor on site, explanation of safety procedures.
Harness, helmet, check attachments. Everything is provided.
A few metres of running, then take-off and a panoramic view over the Gorges du Loup.
Placed in the valley, debrief and retrieval of your video if chosen.
The flight belongs to you. take control, Whether you dare to perform acrobatics or prefer to be gently rocked, the choice is yours. The instructor concludes with a debrief and the handover of the video if you have opted for it. No experience is necessary – just being able to run a few metres at take-off is enough – and each introductory flight is tailored, from the most tranquil to the most sporty.
Almost all year round, there is a window to fly at Gréolières: steady thermals in spring and autumn, early-morning slots in summer, crystal-clear skies in winter. From Gourdon, fifteen minutes away, your slot is confirmed the day before by text message, and rescheduling is free if the weather is unsuitable.
No need to be sporty or fit to get started: the instructor manages the entire flight, from takeoff to landing, and it only takes a few steps to take off. Younger people (from 5 years old), the cautious as well as those who enjoy the sensations, will find something to enjoy here. It is also a great idea to give as a gift — birthdays, hen and stag parties and groups are welcome. And to go further, progression courses lead up to the pilot certificate, at your own pace.
All in all, from Gourdon, paragliding means the great outdoors starting from one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France: Embarnier on your doorstep, Gréolières fifteen minutes away, and long flights over the Gorges du Loup and the Préalpes d'Azur. All that's left is to choose your package, book your date and let yourself be carried away.
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Gourdon is part of a magnificent network of flying sites in the Nice hinterland, also accessible from the Var. Discover the other nearby spots and villages.
One of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, at 760m. Medieval alleyways, French Riviera panorama, artisans and gardens. Visit before or after your flight.
Four-season resort above Gréolières, take-off at 1,800 m. Main training site, paragliding all year round except from January to mid-February, skiing in winter.
Spectacular canyon below. Paragliding + canyoning combo in a day for the more adventurous.
Take-off sites, age, prices, season, procedure, video, cancellation, piloting.
From two sites: Gréolières (1,800 m, 15 min from Gourdon, on the Cheiron ridges, most of our flights, vertical drop up to 1,000 m) and Embarnier (about 1,100 m, direct access from Gourdon, 700 m vertical drop, south-east facing).
Both offer views of the Gorges du Loup and the medieval village of Gourdon.
The tandem flight is open from age 5 (the Child flight package). Maximum passenger weight: about 90 kg.
No particular experience or fitness required: you just need to be able to run 5 to 10 metres on takeoff. Details: Minimum age for paragliding.
Child flight €100 (10-15 min), Ascending flight €140 (20–30 mins, best-seller), Prestige flight €250 (45-60 mins, video included).
Paragliding + canyoning combo €190 per person (full day, even for two). Video option: +€30.
Almost: we fly all year round except from January to mid-February, with over 250 flyable days a year in the region. Spring and autumn offer the most consistent thermals.
In case of adverse weather, free postponement to another date that we will offer you.
Arrival at the site and meeting with the instructor, safety briefing, equipment check (harness, helmet, checking the fastenings), take-off after a short run of a few metres.
Panoramic flight over the Gorges du Loup, landing in the valley, debriefing and collection of the video (if selected).
Yes, filmed on a GoPro, in addition to 30 €. The souvenir video is included free of charge with the Vol Prestige package.
Full refund if you cancel at least 20 days before the flight, 50% at least 10 days before, nothing at 8 days or less (conditions of sale, article 10). Free rescheduling in case of bad weather.
Payment is made on site after the activity, with no upfront charges.
Yes, if you wish, the instructor can let you take the reins for a short while during the flight to experience flying. Without any obligation.
4 key points for your flight from the Eagle's Nest.
Gourdon, one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France. Flights from Gréolières (1,800 m) or Embarnier (about 1,100 m), with views of the Gorges du Loup and the Mediterranean.
Child flight 100 € (from age 5), Ascendant 140 € ★ (from age 7), Prestige 250 € (from age 12), combo 190 €/pers. Max 90 kg, no physical condition required.
All year round except from January to mid-February, with spring and autumn ideal. Cancellation: full refund at least 20 days before, 50% at least 10 days before (terms of sale), free rescheduling if the weather is unsuitable, payment after the flight.
DEJEPS and BEES instructors, 20+ years of experience, 10,000+ flights without serious accidents. Combo possible with canyon du Loup.
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