Discover the French Riviera from the air and admire the Bay of Cannes Like never before. State-certified instructors, 19 years of experience on the sites of the Alpes-Maritimes. Baptism from 100 €, 40–50 minutes from Cannes.
Cannes · 06Cannes, a city of glamour and festivals, offers exclusive access to the most beautiful sites in paragliding in the Alpes-Maritimes. Less than an hour’s drive away, Gréolières’s main site awaits you for a unique and exhilarating flying experience.
With Ailéments, school certified by the FFVL Since 2013, you’ve been flying under the supervision of state-qualified instructors. On the agenda: the Mediterranean and the Croisette glistening in the distance, the Lérins Islands on a clear day, and the peaks of Mercantour on the mountain side.
And between flights, why not take the opportunity to explore what to do in Cannes and its surroundings — or extend the adventure with the canyoning near Cannes in the Gorges du Loup.
That's the whole charm of a baptism starting from Cannes: you leave the glamour of the Croisette to discover, some fifty minutes away, a wild and silent mountain. Between take-off at 1,800 m and landing in the valley, it is over 1,000 metres of elevation gain and flights lasting between 10 and 60 minutes, depending on the package — just long enough to see the Bay of Cannes and the Lérins Islands come into view in the distance, set against the Mediterranean.
This guide : the two take-off sites, the packages, what happens during a flight, the full FAQ.
Two sites chosen that morning based on the day's meteorological conditions and confirmed by text. Both offer exceptional coastal panoramas.
Take-off from the ridges of Cheiron, longer flights, with views of the sea and the mountains. We’ll be landing at Gréolières village, right next to our school.
High mountain ambiance, wild nature and wide open spaces, 50 minutes from Cannes.
Closer to Cannes, the Embarnier site above Gourdon offers an alternative, depending on the aerological conditions.
Take-off from one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, direct view of the Gorges du Loup and the coast.
Why climb so high when you live by the water’s edge? Because no other coastal location offers the same wind conditions as Gréolières: a due south aspect, regular breezes and over 250 flyable days per year. This elevation difference, which is nowhere to be found near the coast, makes all the difference between a short hop lasting just a few minutes and a proper flight over the ridges — accessible to beginners as well as those who are simply curious and would like to learn to fly afterwards.
The spot brings together enthusiasts from all over the bay: one goes up there from Antibes, Grasse Mandelieu as much as Cannes. And the day is easily completed on the seaside: a crossing towards the Lérins Islands (Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat), a climb into the old quarter of Stew, or a stroll along the Croisette after the flight — the perfect way to combine the thrills of flying with the Cannes way of life. A first-time flight makes for a truly memorable gift: it’s a popular choice for a birthday or a hen party, as the experience offers such a refreshing contrast to the hustle and bustle of the seaside. About fifty minutes from the town, the change of scenery is complete — the sea and the festivals on one side, the silence of the ridges and the freedom of flight on the other.
From Cannes Bay to the ridges of the Cheiron: a glimpse of what awaits you on your first flight. Souvenir video option available (+€30), included in the Prestige flight.
From the moment you take off, a feeling of total freedom takes hold: the ground recedes, silence settles in, and the coastline stretches as far as the eye can see between the sea and the mountains. The on-board video, filmed by your instructor on a GoPro, captures every moment — the big jump, the turns over the ridges, and the panoramic view of the Bay of Cannes and the Lérins Islands. It’s the best way to relive the flight, share it with your loved ones and, long after you’ve returned to earth, hold on to a memento of those few timeless minutes.
From gentle child fares to long-haul premium flights, a formula for baptism For every desire. All-inclusive prices: equipment, instructor, insurance.
Each formula has its own personality. The Child flight, reserved for morning slots (8 am-10 am) when the air is at its mildest, allows younger children to discover flying with complete peace of mind. The Ascending flight, our best-seller, traces the ancestral routes along the Cheiron for a true aerial ride – spirals and candel-wing manoeuvres are optional. Educational flight addresses those who want to understand (reading thermals, launch gestures, debriefing), and the Walk & Fly starts with an approach hike. When winter arrives, the Paragliding on skis sets off on skis from Gréolières 1400 (from age 10), whilst the Prestige flight prolong the pleasure for up to an hour of flight, HD video included — not to mention the Paragliding combo + canyoning for a day’s 100 % thrills.
A straightforward and reassuring experience, supervised from start to finish by your state-qualified instructor. The location (Gréolières or Gourdon) will be confirmed by text message 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.
40 to 50 minutes from Cannes via Grasse and the Loup Valley – the journey is part of the adventure.
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.
Once airborne, nothing is imposed: you can take control for a few turns, ask for acrobatics if you fancy, or simply let yourself be carried along. The instructor always concludes the flight with a debrief and gives you your video if you chose it. No physical preparation is necessary – a few running steps at take-off are enough – and the flight adjusts to everyone, from the most cautious to the most daring.
We fly at Gréolières almost all year round. Spring and autumn offer the most consistent conditions; summer is best enjoyed early in the morning (when the air is cooler at altitude); and winter brings the chance to try paragliding on skis. The session is confirmed the day before by text message, depending on the weather, and rescheduling is free of charge: you only pay for your first flight once you’re back on the ground, never in advance — the weather decides the day, and all you have to do is enjoy the moment.
Not a tourist trap : Ailéments is a family-run school certified by the FFVL, founded by enthusiasts who have been flying for 19 years in the Maritime Alps. Recent equipment checked each season at the'workshop.
Over 6,000 volumes completed without serious accident, +1070 5/5 reviews. Free weather report, payment on-site after the activity, no upfront fees.
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Venues, differences between Gréolières and Gourdon, prices, season, age, weight, kit, weather, groups, line-up.
Gréolières 50 min drive, takeoff at 1 800 m. Gourdon 40 minutes, 1,080 metres.
The journey through the magnificent Gorges du Loup. GPS sent by SMS the day before.
Gréolières : highest (1,800 m), longer flights, sea and mountain views — our main site. Gourdon : closest to Cannes, listed village, Gorges du Loup.
The site is chosen according to the weather; both offer exceptional panoramas of the coast.
Child flight €100 (10-15 min), Ascending flight €140 (20–30 mins, best-seller), Prestige flight €250 (45-60 mins, video included).
Paragliding combo + canyoning 190 €/person. GoPro video option: +30 €.
The Azurean climate allows for year-round flying. Spring: stable, fewer people. Summer: morning or late-day flights. Autumn: golden light. Winter: exceptional visibility.
Take the opportunity to explore the city: see what to do in Cannes.
From age 4 with the formula Child flight, in the morning (8am-10am), reassuring approach.
No maximum age if physical condition allows. Details: Minimum age for paragliding.
90 kg (Two-seater equipment certification). Close to the limit? Contact us to discuss it.
Closed shoes, long trousers, windbreaker and a light jumper (cooler at altitude).
We provide the approved helmet and the comfortable harness.
Free deferral on a date of your choice, no charge as long as the flight has not taken place. Confirmation or postponement by SMS the day before.
Yes gift card Valid for 1 year, the beneficiary chooses their date, valid on all packages.
Yes: multiple monitors, simultaneous or successive take-offs, group rates on request. Ideal for Stag/Hen do, Anniversaries, team building.
No: no experience required, just a few running steps On take-off (5-10m). In the air, you are sitting comfortably, the monitor flies.
Yes: discovery internship, progressive piloting, licence training. See our paragliding courses, personalised support.
4 key points for your flight over the Bay of Cannes.
Gréolières (1,800 m, main site, long-haul flights) or Gourdon (40 min, listed village). Choice depending on the weather, confirmed by SMS.
Child flight 100 €, Ascendant 140 € ★, Prestige 250 €, combo 190 €/person. From 4 years old, max 90 kg, no experience required.
Cannes Bay and the Lérins Islands on the sea side, the Mercantour and the Gorges du Loup Mountain side. Over 300 days of sunshine per year.
DEJEPS instructors, +6,000 flights with no serious accidents. Simultaneous take-offs for groups, combo canyoning near Cannes during the day.
Over 1000 5-star reviews
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