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Paragliding Lachens

Paragliding at Mont Lachens : Flight from the roof of the Var

Treat yourself to a first paragliding flight from Mont Lachens, the roof of the Var, at an altitude of 1714 metres. With the Ailéments paragliding school, discover this legendary free-flight site accompanied by experienced state-qualified instructors. A unique aerology between the Verdon and the Mediterranean for an unforgettable personalised experience.

Where to fly?

Where to fly from Mont Lachens?

Le Mont Lachens, La Roque Esclapon, the highest point in the Var department, is a legendary site for hang-gliding. Located in the communes of La Roque Esclapon and La Bastide, this national free-flight centre offers exceptional aerological conditions, with powerful thermals and a privileged position between the sea and the mountains.

From this site, you can reach our main site in just 30-45 minutes. Gréolières in the Préalpes d'Azur, offering optimum flying conditions for tandem flights supervised by our instructors.

Gréolières (1,800 m altitude) - 45 min from Mont Lachens

 

Gréolières is our main site for first paragliding flights, on the crests of the Cheiron. This authentic village offers ideal aerological conditions for both contemplative and thermal flights, with 360° panoramic views of the Côte d'Azur. Our school and workshop are based in the village, on the edge of the landing.

What you'll see from the sky:

  • The Gorges du Loup winding below
  • The hilltop villages of the Pre-Alps : Gourdon, Coursegoules, Cipières
  • The glittering Mediterranean on the horizon
  • The snow-capped peaks of the Mercantour on a clear day
  • The Côte d'Azur coastline from Nice à Cannes

Site characteristics :

  • Take-off altitude: 1,400 m - 1,800 m (crêtes du Cheiron)
  • Difference in altitude: 700 m - 1,000 m
  • Facing: South, South-West, South-East
  • Landing: natural meadow at Gréolières village
  • Powerful thermals from spring to autumn

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

 

Alternative accessible from Mont Lachens, The Embarnier site above Gourdon offers a south-east take-off from one of France's most beautiful villages. You can also discover the paragliding from Draguignan, near the Lachens.

💡 How is the site chosen? The day before your flight, our instructors analyse the aerological conditions (thermals, wind, visibility) and confirm the meeting place by text message with the exact GPS coordinates. Access to the summit of Gréolières is by tarmac road, accessible by car. Distance from Nice: approximately 1h15.

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OUR FORMULAS

Our paragliding packages at Mont Lachens

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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 of 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

195€/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 confirmation SMS with the meeting place and time.

D-Day:

  1. Meet up on site - Meet your instructor at the take-off point in Gréolières or Gourdon
  2. Safety briefing - Explanation of procedures, take-off and landing instructions
  3. Equipment - Comfortable harness and approved helmet
  4. Tandem take-off - A few running steps in front of the panorama, the pilot manages everything
  5. Flight - Enjoy panoramic views of the Côte d'Azur and the Mediterranean
  6. Landing - Soft landing in the Vallée du Loup
  7. Debriefing - Discussion with your instructor, video retrieval if you wish

During the flight, You can take the controls for a few moments. For thrill-seekers, acrobatics are available on request. A natural paragliding experience that will leave your head full of memories.

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Why Ailements?

Recognised expertise since 2017

Wings is a family school, not a tourist factory. Each flight is tailored to your profile and your wishes.

  • State-qualified instructors - 20+ years' experience on the Mont Gros site
  • FFVL - Fédération Française de Vol Libre - approved school
  • Family team - Warm welcome, time to chat
  • Recent equipment - Sails and harnesses checked every season
  • Total flexibility - Free weather report, payment on site
OUR TESTIMONIALS

Real experiences, real memories, real adventures

More than 500 5-star reviews

THE SITES

Where can I go paragliding around Mont Lachens?

  • Alpes-Maritimes (06)

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about paragliding at Mont Lachens

Where is the take-off site from Mont Lachens?

The first paragliding flights offered by Ailéments take place at our Gréolières site in the Préalpes d'Azur, which can be reached in around 45 minutes from La Roque Esclapon. The summit is reached by tarmac road from the Col de Clavel (D21). The route passes through the village of Mons and offers exceptional panoramic views. The distance from Nice is around 1 hour 15 minutes, and from Draguignan around 1 hour.



Mont Lachens (1714m) is the roof of the Var, a mythical free-flight site with a unique aerology prized by independent pilots and for paragliding training (paragliding school UCPA in particular). Gréolières (1400m), our main site for first paragliding flights, offers more regular aerological conditions and is ideal for supervised tandem flights. The two sites share the same region and offer exceptional cross-country flights.

The flying season runs from March to October, with particularly favourable conditions in summer and autumn. Spring offers regular powerful thermals. Summer favours early morning flights for ideal weather conditions. Autumn is perfect for visibility, with exceptional 360° panoramas of the Mediterranean and the Alps.

It takes around 45 minutes to reach Gréolières from La Roque Esclapon, via Grasse and the panoramic roads of the Pre-Alps. An organised shuttle service can be arranged on request. Free parking at the take-off site. You will receive the exact GPS coordinates by text message the day before.

Absolutely! You can combine your flight with an outing canyoning in the Gorges du Loup, close to our flight site. After your flight, enjoy the exceptional region: hike to the summit of Lachens (360° panoramas), visit the listed village of Mons, discover La Roque Esclapon and the surrounding area, or take an excursion to the nearby Gorges du Verdon. A full day of flying experiences and discovering the Haut-Var.

Tandem flights are perfectly suited to beginners, with experienced instructors on hand to guide you throughout the experience. From the age of 4, our contemplative flights offer a gentle introduction to paragliding. You don't need to be in any particular physical condition or have any previous paragliding experience. Our well-equipped sites make take-offs as accessible as possible.



The limit is 90 kg, determined by the certification of our paragliding equipment recommended for tandem flights. Beyond this limit, the glider cannot guarantee optimal flight safety. If you are close to this limit, contact us to discuss it.

Even in summer in the Var, It is cooler at altitude (1400m). To prepare for the flight, bring closed-toe shoes (trainers or hiking boots), long trousers and a windproof jacket. We supply an approved helmet and a comfortable harness. In winter, add a hat and gloves.

Safety is our priority and local safety regulations are strictly adhered to. If the weather conditions do not allow you to fly safely, your flight will be postponed free of charge to a date of your choice. You pay nothing until the flight takes place. The day before, you will receive a confirmation or postponement text message.

Our gift card is valid for one year, giving the recipient time to choose their ideal date during the flying season. It can be used for all our packages, from the Child Flight to the Prestige Flight. Ideal for offering a personalised experience and views of the Mediterranean to a loved one.

The GoPro video option is available for €30 (included in the Prestige Flight). Your instructor films the highlights: take-off facing the Pre-Alps, flying over the peaks with 360° panoramas, and landing. Memories transferred directly to your phone.

If baptism has made you want to go further, our paragliding school offers a complete range of courses: discovery, beginners' and advanced right up to pilots' licences. Most of the learning takes place at Gréolières, an ideal site thanks to its varied flying conditions and professional supervision by our state-qualified instructors.

Book your paragliding flight

Ready to fly from the Haut-Var?

Book your first paragliding flight and discover Mont Blanc. Lachens and the region from the air.

We take the time to talk to you to understand your expectations and guide you towards the ideal package.

Gift voucher : Offer a paragliding flight to your loved ones! Our gift vouchers are available online, valid for 12 months, and can be personalised. Cancellation Free of charge up to one week before the flight. Free rescheduling in the event of bad weather.

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