Our first paragliding flights near the Var

Q: How long is the flight?

The average ascending paragliding flight lasts 20 minutes, but this depends on the state you are in during the flight, as everyone reacts differently to the sensations of flying. In direct contact with the elements, some people may feel slightly airsick or very well, but generally you have to wait 20 minutes for the discomfort to appear, but this is not always the case.

Vars is an ideal region for paragliding, with take-off points all year round not far from the Alpes Maritimes. The 83, with towns like Toulon and Fréjus, is attracting more and more tourists who want to escape into nature for an unforgettable experience. You'll need to take the car for the day to visit the Grasse highlands and the Gorges du Loup, where you can go paragliding and admire the Côte d'Azur from the air. You'll also have the chance to sample the fine cuisine prepared in the village's best restaurants. Swimming, nature outings and a change of scenery are all on offer, so all you have to do is let yourself be tempted! Many people also book gites and other unusual accommodation in the valley for the weekend. Coming from the Var coast on Gréolieres you'll also be passing through the perfume capital, Grasse, for a little olfactory tour.

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We came as a couple for a first paragliding experience with Pierrot. And we loved it!
Excellent communication upstream, top explanations during preparation and the flight, I can only recommend Pierrot d'Ailement! What a pleasure!

Soledad

We had our first paragliding experience with my friend and it was just great! Pierrot was a great teacher from start to finish, explaining all the operations and manoeuvres during the flight.

Laetitia Huret

My first paragliding flight with Pierrot, who managed to reassure me and give me one of the best moments of my life! An unforgettable experience!

Amélie Vachard

FAQ: everything you need to know about paragliding in the Var region

Do you have to be very sporty to go paragliding?

The most important thing in tandem paragliding is to be able to accompany the pilot on take-off and landing in a take-off run, so you need to be comfortable on your legs and not be overweight in order to be agile on the ground.

How long is the flight?

Le flight a paragliding ascent lasts an average of 20 minutes, but this depends on how you feel during the flight, as everyone reacts differently to the sensations of flying. in direct contact with the elements, some people may feel slightly airsick or very well, but generally you have to wait 20 minutes for the discomfort to appear, but it's not always the case.

Can they fly as a couple?

Many of you ask us to fly at the same time as your spouse, friends or children. We do our utmost to accommodate your request, and in most cases we do, but there are some flights where this is not possible, either technically or logistically.

Our paragliding first flights for the Var region

The Ailéments team offers you several paragliding packagesBut it's important to remember that they are all accessible, and even people who have never paraglided before can be tempted. There are of course a few pre-requisites, depending on the type of flight you choose, but the most important thing, and this applies to all flights, is not to be overweight and to be able to run so that you can accompany us for take-off and landing. For children, we offer the "discovery" option, which allows them to fly with admiration and to see the world from a distance. discover paragliding with a gentle touch! Adults can start with ascending flights, the basic formula for enjoying the sky as gently as possible, but that doesn't mean you won't get a thrill. Every paragliding jump is different, but the important thing, and we attach particular importance to this, is to personalise the experience and adapt it to your wishes! We have two other, more unusual packages, the Prestige, where the aim is to make the pleasure of free flight last and to take you from mountain to mountain. Finally the Walking and Flying where the pleasure of walking in the mountains in search of a paragliding take-off mingles with the adventure of flying in the wilderness. And let's not forget one of the best: ski flying, where we offer ski flights from Gréolieres les Neiges.

Le Vars, an ideal location for nature sports

And yes Varois have nothing to envy their neighbours in the Alpes-Maritimes, they enjoy a Mediterranean climate and the coastline is much wilder and less built-up than on the Côte d'Azur. The Var coast is ideal for white-water sports such as windsurfing, kite-surfing, paddle-boarding and canoeing. sea but also paragliding By the sea, there are several take-offs and landings on the beach, such as Agay and Dramont. These are quite wild paragliding sites and not very accessible for you to discover tandem paragliding. That's why so many of you come to see us at Gréolieres, to experience the thrills of nature and take advantage of our fabulous facilities. paragliding sites. Fréjus and the surrounding area are ideal for nature activities and heritage visits.

Paragliding take-off from Le Cheiron

The Cheiron mountain rises to an altitude of 1,800m, offering a magnificent view of the Mediterranean coastline from its summit. our paragliding take-offs. We can also admire the Mercantour massif and its majestic peaks, so we have a 360° view of the wonders of the Alpes-Maritimes! There are three take-off points facing the gorges du Loup Each time we go up to take off, we carry out an analysis to ensure that we are in the best possible position to launch safely into the air. The summit of the Cheiron is a magical place to take off into the air, and from the Var coast of Fréjus and even from inland you can admire in summer and winter the ridges that stretch from Gréolieres to Coursegoules.

Come and fly a paraglider at the weekend or during the week AND WHICH SEASON?

Many of you from Var and even the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region as a whole to ask us what are the best times to come and fly or learn paragliding ? The Ailéments team welcomes you all year round to the Alpes-Maritimes. In spring the flights are magnificent, the colours sublime with the snow on the peaks and the celluloid green of the new leaves, it's sublime. In summer the conditions are warmer and just as good, and this season has the advantage of being able to fly from 8am to 10pm! Then in autumn the conditions calm down, and the autumn colours come into their own, giving us splendid sunsets in the air. Finally, in winter at Roquebrune Cap Martin, we fly over the turquoise waters while contemplating the snow-capped peaks of the Mercantour. An aerial adventure through the seasons, whether you come from Frejus, Hyeres, the islands of Porquerolles or Toulons and the Giens peninsula. As you can see, each season has its own particularities, so the choice is yours. As far as weekdays and weekends are concerned, you can be sure that good weather doesn't wait for weekends, so make sure you have plenty of sunshine and the right conditions. weather conducive to free flight. There's also less demand during the week, and the sites are a little quieter, even deserted - the sky's the limit for us! Even though there's plenty of room in the air and we have plenty of summits to fly over alone without being disturbed by other pilots.

Our paragliding instructors: their vision!

In nature sports, and paragliding in particular, we think it's important to be humble in the face of nature and to practise our passion with nature and when nature decides. This initial approach means that we don't put too much pressure on ourselves and, above all, that we keep a lot of room for manoeuvre from a safety point of view. Remembering that we fly more than 300 days a year puts things into perspective! The important thing is that you feel safe and that your experience is as unique as possible. Taking the time to talk to you, to explain our passion and to show you around our playground is a unique opportunity for us, and we want to preserve this chance so that we can share our expertise with you for a long time to come. Nature is magnificent at any time of year, and we are simply the intermediary between you and these places. that we'd like you to discover.

How should I dress for a paragliding flight in the 06?

It all depends on the season. When you make your booking by telephone, we'll advise you on what to wear. In general, we lend you a down jacket for the flight if it's cold, and you need to bring a small jacket, a pair of trainers, trousers and sunglasses. It's better to be a little warmer than cold in the air. To give you an idea, in winter we fly in down jacket trousers, and in summer in a T-shirt, always with jeans-type trousers.

Testimonial: A superb paragliding trip just a stone's throw from the Var

Coming from Fréjus we were looking for a moment of adventure in nature and with Ailéments we were served! I contacted Pierrot by phone a week beforehand to book a flight paragliding on the Cheiron. I was a bit apprehensive about the idea of taking to the skies but he immediately reassured me and explained the activity very well. My partner accompanied me on the flight and was able to enjoy the natural surroundings while I waited quietly for the plane to land. We took a 4×4 up to the peaks via the ski station and that was quite an adventure! I loved it and the view from the take-off was simply splendid. Unexpectedly, the take-off was super smooth and I had no fears whatsoever .... which was no easy feat. Once up in the air, the sensation of gliding and adventure was there for the taking. I loved the feeling of gliding and Pierrot explained the flight very well and was very attentive. We spent about thirty minutes in the air between Coursegoules and Gréolieres, an unforgettable ballad in the air, with a magnificent view of the Mercantour and the French Riviera.

Our paragliding sites around the Var

Coming from 83 you have several take-off sites to choose from, the first being the Lachens, also known as the roof of the Var it is located near de la Bastide and la Roque Esclapon, unfortunately the conditions are not very regular there and no professional pilot is installed on this site. Then there's the village of Saint Vallier de Thiey, where the take-off is very accessible but the difference in altitude is quite small, so you need to be in good conditions to make a good flight. Then there's the Gourdon site, well known to local and international paragliders. Our team also flies on request on this magnificent site.

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