Fly over the Mediterranean from the last town before Italy. State-qualified instructors, over 20 years of experience at the Gréolières and Mont Gros free-flight sites. Tandem flights from €140.
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Menton, the last town before Italy, is an ideal starting point for discovering the paragliding. At Ailéments, a small family-run business, we prioritise quality of experience and personalised support.
Two options are open to you: Mont Gros (flight facing the sea, beach landing, from December to early March), and Gréolières, our main site at 1,800 m: the experience we recommend, because that is what our customers tell us after trying both spots.
Our school and workshop are based in Gréolières, right by the landing field: it has been our core business since 2013. Fancy some white water? Discover canyoning near Menton too.
Near Menton, the pearl of France, Mont Gros lets you take off facing the Mediterranean for a landing on the beach, from December to early March. The rest of the year, we head for Gréolières and its up to 1,000 m of height difference in the heart of the mountains: two settings for the same desire for freedom.
This guide : the two websites, access to Mont Gros, the packages, how it works and the full FAQ.
The big mountain flight we recommend or, in winter, the flight facing the sea: two different experiences, the same state-qualified supervision.
The experience that we recommend — what our customers say After doing the two spots. Long flights over the Cheiron ridges.
Our core business since 2013: school and workshop in the village, right by the landing field. Most of our flights, all year round except from January to mid-February.
Take-off facing the Mediterranean, around 700 m of height difference, landing on Golfe Bleu beach.
From December to early March (beach free outside the swimming season). We meet near Roquebrune station, then our shuttle.
Depending on the season, there are two different experiences: sea-view flights at Mont Gros in winter, overlooking the Italian coast and the gardens of Menton; and mountain flights at Gréolières for the rest of the year, with longer flights and over 250 flyable days per year. The correct site is chosen the day before according to the weather and confirmed by text.
Menton is savoured before or after your flight: the old town with its ochre facades, citrus gardens and the Lemon Festival, or the Italian border just a stone's throw away for a cross-border escapade.
What you discover up there always comes as a surprise: the Gorges du Loup winding below, the hilltop villages of the Pre-Alps, the Mediterranean on the horizon and, to the north, the often snow-capped peaks of the Mercantour. A 360° panorama between sea and mountains. And to round off the day, the hinterland has no shortage of ideas: listed villages, Provençal markets, a swim in a lake or a canyon descent in the nearby gorges.
From Mont Gros to the peaks of Cheiron: a glimpse of what awaits you on your first flight. Souvenir video option available (+€30), included in the Prestige and Educational flights.
From Mont Gros to the peaks of Cheiron, from the sea to the mountains: the on-board camera, held by your instructor, captures the big jump, the turns and the landing — on the beach in winter, in the valley the rest of the year. An HD memory to relive and share once you’re back in Menton.
From gentle child fares to long-haul premium flights, an option for tandem flight For every desire. All-inclusive prices: equipment, instructor, insurance.
As for packages, the price is the same for everyone. The Child flight (morning, from age 5) for a reassuring first time; the Ascending flight, our best-seller, for thermals and thrills; the Educational flight (45 min to 1 h, video included) to get a first taste of piloting; Ski paragliding in winter from Gréolières 1400; and the Prestige flight, a long flight with HD and 4K video included. Certified equipment, a state-qualified instructor and insurance are always included.
A simple and reassuring experience, guided from start to finish by your State-certified instructor. The location will be confirmed by SMS the day before, depending on the weather and season.
SMS with the chosen site, the GPS point of the meeting and the time according to the weather.
The Loup valley is about 1 hr 15 by car. In winter, at Mont Gros: we meet near Roquebrune station, next to the landing, then our shuttle.
Safety instructions, harness, helmet. A few running steps and you're flying.
Sea or mountain depending on the location, acrobatics on demand, set down on the beach or in a meadow.
Once you’re in the air, you’re in control: take control Take a moment to try some aerobatics, or simply let yourself be carried along in silence. The instructor wraps up with a debriefing and hands you the video if you’ve opted for one. No preparation is needed — a few running steps at take-off are enough — and the flight can be tailored to suit everyone, from the most cautious to the most adventurous.
We fly at Gréolières almost all year round: in spring and autumn for the most consistent thermals, early morning flights in summer, and on sunny days in winter. The flight slot is confirmed the day before by text message — which is invaluable when you’re coming from Menton — and rescheduling is free of charge: you only pay for your flight once you’ve landed.
And what if it's your first flight? No need to worry: no experience is required, the instructor takes care of everything, and you simply run a few metres into the wind and then sit back in the harness. Children fly from age 5, people prone to vertigo are often the most surprised (it feels nothing like looking down a sheer drop), and everyone chooses their own intensity, from a gentle glide to acrobatics. People come as a family, as a couple, with friends or for a hen party — groups get dedicated time slots. And those who catch the bug carry on with a course all the way to the pilot certificate.
In short, from Menton, paragliding means the sea or the mountains depending on the season: a sea view at Mont Gros in winter, or Gréolières and its wide open spaces the rest of the year. All that is left is to choose your season and book your date.
A paragliding school founded in 2013, based in Gréolières right by the landing field. We put the quality of the experience and personalised support first, from briefing to debriefing. Equipment checked every season at the workshop.
Over 10,000 flights completed without serious accident, +1291 5/5 reviews. Free weather rescheduling, payment on site after the activity, no upfront fees.
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Locations, season, access (Mont Gros), age, weight, clothing, weather, stunts, swimming, combo canyoning.
Most of our flights take off from Gréolières and Gourdon, in the Loup valley, about 1 h 15 from Menton: the best according to our customers.
In winter, we also fly at Mont Gros: about 700 m above sea level, the same height difference down to the beach, a take-off facing the Mediterranean. We meet near Roquebrune station, then our shuttle takes you to the take-off. The details are on our paragliding Roquebrune-Cap-Martin page.
In Mont Gros: from December to early March, when the landing strip is clear. Winter sun and optimal conditions.
The rest of the year, head for Gréolières — we fly very often.
On a tandem flight, you have nothing to organise: we meet near Roquebrune station, then our shuttle takes you up to the Mont Gros take-off. The ZestBus bus and the walk up are for independent pilots.
To the Loup valley (Gréolières, Gourdon), where almost all our flights take place: about 1 h 15 by car, as from Monaco; without a car, you need a ride-hailing car (Uber).
In winter, when we fly at Mont Gros, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin station is right next to the landing field.
From 5 years with the option Child flight, in the morning (8 am-10 am), sensations measured.
Over 60, we check together by phone. Details: minimum age for paragliding.
90 kg (Tandem equipment certification). Close to the limit? Contact us solutions can sometimes be found.
Closed shoes (no sandals despite the beach), long trousers, windbreaker jacket and a jumper. Gloves and hat in winter, Sunglasses recommended.
Free rescheduling to another date that we will offer you, no charge as long as the flight has not taken place. Confirmation or postponement by SMS the day before.
Yes: a gift card valid for 1 year, with no extension, the recipient chooses their date, for a Child, Ascending or Prestige flight.
No: no experience required, just a few running steps On take-off (5-10m). In the air, you are sitting comfortably, the instructor flies.
Absolutely: contemplative or dynamic flight with wing-over and 360°, upon simple request at the briefing, if conditions allow. Included in all packages.
Yes: laid on the Blue Gulf beach, swimming for the bravest. Restaurants nearby, SNCF train station right next door.
Yes, the combo at €190 per person: flight in the morning, canyon in the afternoon. See our outings for canyoning near Menton.
4 key points for your flight between France and Italy.
A flight facing the sea, about 700 m of height difference, landing on the Golfe Bleu beach. We meet near Roquebrune station, next to the landing, then our shuttle.
Our customers' feedback after testing both: Gréolières 1,800 m, long flights, school at the foot of the landing.
Child flight 100 €, Ascendant 140 € ★, Prestige 250 €, combo 190 €/person with the canyoning near Menton.
Quality and personalised support, DEJEPS and BEES instructors, 10,000+ flights without serious accident. Free weather rescheduling.
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