Treat yourself to an unforgettable tandem flight from Vence, the city of arts between sea and mountains. State-qualified instructors, over 20 years of experience at the Gréolières site in the Préalpes d'Azur. Tandem flights from €140.
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Vence, famous for its Matisse Chapel and its medieval heritage, is ideally situated at the foot of the Col de Vence. This prime location offers quick access to the Gréolières paragliding site, a 30-minute drive along a spectacular road across the Saint-Barnabé plateau.
The Gréolières, on the ridges of the Cheiron, is our main site for tandem paragliding take-off at 1,800 metres, exceptional conditions, and a view stretching from the Bay of Angels to the Baou de Saint-Jeannet.
Another option: Gourdon is 45 minutes away. And for a full day: fly in the morning, then the canyon of the Gorges du Loup or a visit to the city of arts in the afternoon.
A town of art and history, Vence is 45 minutes from Gréolières, via the Col de Vence and its famous plateau. At the end of the road, up to 1,000 m of vertical drop and flights of 10 to 60 minutes over the Préalpes d'Azur — an interlude of mountains and wide-open skies a stone's throw from the medieval town.
This guide : take-off sites, the panorama, the packages, the procedure and the complete FAQ.
Two sites very close together via the Col de Vence or the D3, chosen according to the day's conditions and confirmed by SMS the day before.
Accessible via Col de Vence then the road to Coursegoules: a picturesque journey through the Azur Pre-Alps that prepares you for the immersion.
Take-off from the Cheiron ridges, exceptional conditions, most of our flights.
45 min from Vence, the Embarnier site above Gourdon, one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France.
Direct view of the Gorges du Loup and the coast. Selected according to the day's aerology.
The Vence area already looks to the sky: the Col de Vence is a renowned free-flight spot. But our tandem flights take place at Gréolières: a south-facing aspect, steady breezes, over 250 flyable days a year and a school right next to the landing field, only 45 minutes away.
Before or after your flight, Vence is a treat: the old town and its ramparts, the Matisse Chapel, or a detour to Saint-Paul-de-Vence and art galleries. Nature lovers flock to the nearby Gorges du Loup. The neighbours are not to be outdone: people also come to fly from Bar-sur-Loup.
The view alone makes the trip worthwhile: from beneath the wing, the Gorges du Loup and their sheer cliffs, the wild plateaus of the Cheiron, the coast 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 — listed villages, gorges, markets — this first flight easily turns into a day-long getaway.
From the Col de Vence to the Cheiron ridges: a glimpse of what awaits you on your tandem flight. Souvenir video option available (+€30), included in the Prestige and Educational flights.
From the Col de Vence to the Cheiron ridges: right from take-off, the Vence hinterland unfolds beneath your feet. The onboard camera, held by your instructor, captures the big jump, the turns and the smooth landing. An HD souvenir to relive and share once you're back in Vence.
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 route, supervised from beginning to end by your state-certified instructor. The site is confirmed by SMS the day before, depending on the weather.
SMS with the chosen site, the GPS point of the meeting and the time according to the weather.
45 mins to Gréolières via the Col de Vence and the Saint-Barnabé plateau, 45 mins to Gourdon.
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.
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’s a window of opportunity for flying at Gréolières: steady thermals in spring and autumn, morning windows in summer, and clear skies in winter. From Vence, the flight slot is confirmed the day before by text message to avoid any unnecessary travel, and rescheduling is free of charge in the event of changeable weather.
No need to be athletic or fit to get started: the instructor manages the entire flight, from takeoff to landing, and it takes just a few steps to take off. Younger people (from 5 years old), the cautious as well as those who enjoy the sensations will find their own way here. It's also a great gift idea — 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.
In short, paragliding from Vence with Gréolières takes you to the mountains just 45 minutes from the city of art: long flights over the Préalpes d’Azur, between the Col de Vence and the Cheiron ridges. All you have to do is choose your package and book your date. From the city of art at the start to the Cheiron ridges at the end, you’ll discover the full contrast of the Nice hinterland in a single flight — an experience that’s a welcome change from the usual tourist fare and one you’ll be talking about for a long time to come.
Not a tourist factory: Ailéments is a family-run school, founded by enthusiasts, with over 20 years of flying experience. Equipment checked every season at the workshop in Gréolières.
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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Gréolières, 45 minutes away via the Col de Vence, across the Saint-Barnabé plateau to the southern slope of the Cheiron.
Parking at the landing field, GPS coordinates by text message the day before.
Yes: Vence appears in the distance, nestled at the foot of the Baou de Saint-Jeannet. The view extends over the Var plain, from Nice to Antibes, and as far as the Estérel on a clear day.
Exceptional microclimate: over 250 flyable days per year. Winter-spring: regular ascents. Summer: morning flights. Autumn: golden light on the Pre-Alps.
About 45 minutes via the Col de Vence (970 m) then the road to Coursegoules — a scenic drive that sets the mood. Gourdon: 45 mins.
From 5 years with the option Child flight at €100, in the morning (8 am-10 am).
Over 60, we check together by phone. Details: minimum age for paragliding.
90 kg (certification of the tandem equipment). Close to the limit? Contact us and we will find a solution together.
Even in summer, pack for warmth: it's cooler in 1 800 m. Closed shoes, long trousers, windbreaker, light jumper. Helmet and harness provided.
Free rescheduling to another date that we will offer you. Nothing to pay until the flight has taken place. SMS confirmation or postponement the day before.
Absolutely: a gift card valid for one year, with no extension, for a Child, Ascending or Prestige flight, to order online on our gift voucher page.
Yes, there is a GoPro video option at +€30 (included in the Prestige and Educational flights): take-off, flyovers, landing. HD file transferred after the flight.
Excellent idea: morning flight, then Gorges du Loup canyon right next door, the Chapel of the Rosary (Matisse), the medieval old town or a walk to the Baou de Saint-Jeannet.
4 key points for your flight from the City of Arts.
Gourdon 45 mins away, Gréolières (1,800 m, main site) 30 mins away along a spectacular route.
Child flight 100 € (from age 5), Ascendant 140 € ★ (from age 7), Prestige 250 € (from age 12), combo 190 €/person. Max 90 kg.
View from above, the coast from Nice to Antibes, the Estérel in clear weather. +250 flyable days per year, free weather rescheduling.
Fly in the morning, then visit the Chapelle du Rosaire, the old town or the Gorges du Loup canyon. Paragliding school, 10,000+ flights without a serious accident.
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