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Paragliding in Nice

Paragliding Antibes : Flight over the Cap d'Antibes

Fly over the Côte d'Azur from Europe's largest marina. State-qualified instructors, 19 years' experience on the sites of the Alpes-Maritimes.

Where to fly?

Where to fly from Antibes?

Antibes, a historic town between Nice and Cannes, is located 45 minutes from the paragliding site of Gréolières. This exceptional spot, perched at an altitude of 1,800 metres on the crests of the Cheiron, offers panoramic views of the entire Côte d'Azur.

Website of Gréolières (1 800 m altitude) - 45 min from Antibes

Gréolières is our main site, on the crests of the Cheiron. Our school and workshop are based in the village, on the edge of the landing. This site offers ideal flying conditions all year round, with an exceptional panorama between the sea and the mountains.

What you'll see from the sky:

  • Cap d'Antibes and its luxury villas
  • Port Vauban, Europe's largest marina
  • The Lérins Islands (Sainte-Marguerite and Saint-Honorat)
  • The Bay of Angels to Nice
  • The Esterel Massif and its red rocks

Site characteristics :

  • Take-off altitude: 1,800 m (crêtes du Cheiron)
  • Difference in altitude: over 1,000 m
  • Facing: South, South-West, South-East
  • Landing: natural meadow at Gréolières village

Website of Gourdon (1 080 m) - 35 min from Antibes

Closer to Antibes, the Gourdon site offers an alternative with take-off from one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France. Direct view of the Gorges du Loup and the coast. Want to combine sky and water? Discover the canyoning near Antibes for a multi-activity day.

💡 How is the site chosen? The day before your flight, our instructors analyse the weather conditions and confirm the meeting point by text message. The journey is part of the adventure, as you cross the magnificent Gorges du Loup.

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Child flight

100€ | 10-15 min | From age 6

The perfect way to introduce youngsters to the magic of paragliding. Flights only in the mornings between 8am and 10am, when the air is calm and conditions perfect.

✓ Calm conditions guaranteed (morning flight)
✓ Monitor trained to welcome children
✓ Discover the local fauna (chamois, roe deer)
✓ Video option available (+€30)

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Ascending Flight ⭐ BEST SELLER

140€ | 20-30 min

Our most popular option. Your pilot uses thermals and updrafts to extend the flight and give you an exceptional panorama from Monaco to Cannes.

✓ Thermal or dynamic flight depending on conditions
✓ Possibility of taking orders
✓ Gentle acrobatics on request
✓ Video option available (+€30)

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Paragliding + Canyoning combo

190€/pers | Full day | Group 5 min

Two key activities in the Alpes-Maritimes in one unforgettable day. Paragliding in the morning (ascending flight), canyoning afternoon in the Canyon du Loup.

The ultimate Côte d'Azur experience with Pierrot!

✓ Ascending paragliding flight (20-30 min)
Canyon du Loup (3 hours of activity)
✓ Photos included in both activities
✓ Attractive group rate

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Prestige⭐⭐ flight

250 | 45 min to 1 hour | Video included

The ultimate experience for thrill-seekers. Cross-country flight over the Cheiron peaks to the village of Coursegoules.
Spirals, candles and adrenalin guaranteed.

✓ Long flights on ridges
✓ Acrobatic figures (spirals, candles)
✓ 360° view from Monaco to Cannes
✓ HD video included (SD card supplied)

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Paragliding Baptism

From €100

Fly over the Mediterranean on an unforgettable tandem flight. Panoramic views from Monaco to Cannes, and the feeling of total freedom.

Child flight (10-15 min, from age 4
Ascending flight ⭐ Best Seller (20-30 min) - €140
Prestige flight  (45-60 min, video included) - €250

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Hiking & Flying

200€ | Day | From age 16

A complete adventure: a 45-minute hike along the GR4 to the summit of Cheiron (1770m), followed by a panoramic flight over the Préalpes d'Azur.

✓ 45-minute walk via the GR4
✓ Take-off from Le Cheiron (1770m)
✓ Picnic possible at the summit
✓ Video option available (+€30)

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Educational flight

250 | 45 min to 1 hour | Video included

For pilots learning to fly. Perfect your flying skills with an experienced instructor: thermal analysis, gesture correction, personalised debriefing.

✓ For improving drivers
✓ Analysis of your theoretical knowledge
✓ Correction of gesture errors
✓ Thermal analysis course included

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Paragliding on skis

100€ | Winter only | From age 10

The perfect marriage of skiing and hang-gliding. Take off on skis from the slopes at Gréolières-les-Neiges, then soar over the snow-capped peaks of the Alpes-Maritimes.

✓ Ski take-off from the slopes
✓ Flying over snow-capped mountains
✓ Minimum level of red piste skiing required
✓ Video option available

YOUR FLIGHT WITH AILÉMENTS

How does a paragliding flight work?

The day before your flight, you will receive a text message confirming the chosen site and meeting time.

From Port Vauban to the crests of the Cheiron, your adventure begins:

The journey - From Antibes, it's a 35-45 minute drive through the hinterland and the Gorges du Loup. The landscape changes at every bend: you go from the coast to the Pre-Alps in no time at all.

Meet your instructor - At Gréolières or Gourdon, depending on the conditions, your pilot will welcome you and take the time to get to know you. Your fears, desires and questions are all discussed before take-off.

Equipment and instructions - Comfortable harness, approved helmet, everything is adjusted. Your instructor explains the three take-off steps: simple, clear and jargon-free.

The big departure - Facing the panorama, a few quick steps and the sail lifts you up. Your instructor manages the entire manoeuvre, so all you have to do is let yourself be carried along.

Flying over the Côte d'Azur - The Cap d'Antibes, the Lérins, the Estérel... the coastline scrolls past below. Feel like flying? Your instructor will put you in charge. Looking for a thrill? A few acrobatic tricks on request.

Back on the ground - Gentle landing on the meadow at Gréolières. Debriefing with your pilot and recovery of your images if you have chosen the video option.

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Why Ailements?

Recognised expertise since 2017

Ailéments is the opposite of the big structures on the coast. Here, we call you by your first name, tailor the flight to what you came for, and debrief over a coffee if you feel like it.

  • State-qualified instructors - 19 years flying over the Préalpes d'Azur, the Alps and the Mediterranean Gréolières à Gourdon
  • FFVL approved - Fédération Française de Vol Libre (French Free Flight Federation)
  • Human scale - Small team, no industrial rotation, every flight counts
  • Top equipment - Wings and harnesses serviced by Aerotech, our partner workshop in Gréolières
  • Flexibility - Free weather report, payment after the flight, zero constraints
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THE SITES

Where to go paragliding around Antibes?

  • Alpes-Maritimes (06)

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about paragliding in Antibes

Where is the take-off site from Antibes?

First-time paragliding flights from Antibes take place at our mountain sites in the Côte d'Azur hinterland, which are less than an hour's drive away.

  • Gréolières: 45 min drive, altitude 1,400 m
  • Gourdon : 35 min drive, altitude 1 080 m
  • Route through the magnificent Gorges du Loup
  • GPS coordinates sent by SMS the day before

The controlled airspace of Nice airport does not allow you to fly directly over the coast, but you can enjoy exceptional panoramic views from our mountain sites.

  • Take-off from Gréolières or Gourdon
  • Panoramic view of Antibes and the Cap from the air
  • Cap d'Antibes and Port Vauban visible in the distance
  • The Mediterranean stretches beneath your feet to the horizon
The Côte d'Azur enjoys a Mediterranean climate that is ideal for paragliding, with over 300 days of sunshine a year and favourable flying conditions in all seasons.
  • Spring (March-June): stable conditions, fewer visitors
  • Summer: early morning or late afternoon flights
  • Autumn (September-November): clear weather, golden light
  • Winter: sunny days, exceptional visibility
Take advantage of your visit to discover our guide what to do in Antibes and combine your flight with the best activities in the region.

The journey to our take-off sites is part of the adventure, crossing the picturesque landscapes of the Nice hinterland and the Gorges du Loup.

  • To Gréolières: 45 min via the D2085 then D2
  • To Gourdon: 35 min via the D3
  • Panoramic route through hilltop villages
  • Free parking at launch sites

Tandem paragliding is accessible to children from a very young age, with a specially adapted approach to give them their first flying experience in complete safety.

  • Minimum age: 4 years (Child Flight option)
  • Children's flights scheduled in the morning (8am-10am)
  • Reassuring approach, measured sensations
  • No maximum age if physical condition permits

The maximum weight is determined by the certifications of our tandem equipment, which guarantee optimal and safe flights within the defined limits.

  • Maximum: 90 kg (certification of tandem equipment)
  • Beyond that, the glider does not guarantee optimal flight
  • Close to the limit? Contact us to discuss
  • Make sure you wear comfortable clothing suited to the altitude, because even in summer it's cooler at 1400 metres than at sea level.
  • Closed shoes (trainers or hiking boots)
  • Long trousers
  • Windproof jacket
  • Little wool (cooler at higher altitudes)
  • We supply: approved helmet and comfortable harness

Safety is our top priority. If the weather conditions do not allow you to fly safely, your flight will be postponed at no charge.

  • Free rescheduling to a date of your choice
  • No costs to be advanced until the theft has taken place
  • Confirmation or postponement by SMS the day before
  • Conditions that cannot be flown: strong winds, thunderstorms, rain

A paragliding experience is an original and unforgettable gift, perfect for a birthday, Christmas or simply to please a loved one.

  • Gift card valid for 1 year
  • The beneficiary chooses the date
  • Valid for all our packages
  • Order online or by telephone

Immortalise your paragliding flight thanks to our video option, filmed by your instructor to capture the best moments of your adventure.

  • Price: €30 (included in the Prestige Flight)
  • Filmed by the instructor using a GoPro
  • Moments captured: take-off, panoramas, landing
  • sd supplied

If baptism has given you the desire to go further, we offer training courses for learn to fly and become autonomous in the sky.

  • Discovery course for beginners
  • Progressive flying lessons
  • Full training for the pilot's licence
  • Personalised support

Book your paragliding flight

Ready to fly over the Côte d'Azur from Antibes?

Book your first paragliding experience and discover Cap d'Antibes from the air. We'll take the time to talk to you to find out what you want and guide you towards the ideal package.

Gift voucher : Treat a loved one to a paragliding flight over the Préalpes d'Azur! Our gift vouchers are available online, valid for 12 months, with a personalised message.

Cancellation : Free up to 72 hours before the flight. Free rescheduling in the event of bad weather.

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