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Paragliding Bouches-du-Rhône
Paragliding Bouches-du-Rhône : Le Spot de Gréolières
Paragliding in the Bouches-du-Rhône? Everyone in Marseille knows Gréolières, the go-to spot just 1 hour and 45 minutes from Marseille. An FFVL-accredited school since 2013, with an exceptional 700-metre elevation gain, first paragliding flights from €100, training courses... The best paragliding spot in the Bouches-du-Rhône, accessible and spectacular.
- FFVL approved school
- State-certified DEJEPS instructors
- 1h45 Marseille
- Bouches-du-Rhône reference site
- Appointment confirmed the day before by text message
Where to fly?
PARAGLIDING IN BOUCHES-DU-RHÔNE: GRÉOLIÈRES, THE PLACE TO BE
For paragliding in the Bouches-du-Rhône, Gréolières has established itself as THE place to be. Located 1h45 from Marseille 1h30 from Aix-en-Provence, this exceptional spot has been attracting people from the Bouches-du-Rhône region for 20 years thanks to its 1,000 metre vertical drop - the biggest accessible from Marseille.
The gradient that makes all the difference
Gréolières offers paragliding in the Bouches-du-Rhône region up to 1,000 metres altitude difference (take-off between 1,400 and 1,800 m, landing at 400 m in the village). This unique feature means that flights can last between 30 and 60 minutes, whereas other sites closer to Marseille only offer flights of 15-20 minutes. For paragliding from the Bouches-du-Rhône, this is a major difference: you really do have time to enjoy the 360° panorama of the Alps and the Mediterranean, to learn how to fly properly, and to fully experience the sensations of free flight.
The flying conditions at Gréolières are exceptional all year round: more than 250 flying days, perfect southern exposure, regular sea-mountain breezes creating powerful thermals in spring and autumn. All of which makes Gréolières the best choice for paragliding in the Bouches-du-Rhône.
A complete site accessible from Bouches-du-Rhône
From Marseille (1h45), Aix-en-Provence (1h30), Martigues (1h30) or Salon-de-Provence (1h20), the panoramic route to Gréolières is part of the paragliding experience. Free parking is available at the landing site.
Gréolières offers all levels of flying on a single site. The secure training slope area welcomes beginners for their first flights, while the high-flying take-off area allows you to progress right up to your pilot's licence. There's no need to change spot according to your level - all your progress is made at Gréolières, which speeds up your learning considerably.
The benchmark paragliding school
L'Ailéments School, based in Gréolières for over 10 years, welcomes residents of Marseille and the Bouches-du-Rhône all year round. The DEJEPS qualified instructors know Gréolières and its conditions inside out. Approved equipment is supplied, and the Aerotech overhaul workshop is on site.
Over the years, an active community of paragliding pilots from the Bouches-du-Rhône region has grown up at Gréolières. Club outings are regular, car pooling is easily organised from Marseille and Aix, and the atmosphere remains friendly. Most of the paragliders in the Bouches-du-Rhône region learned their trade here and return regularly.
For paragliding in the Bouches-du-Rhône, Gréolières combines exceptional altitude differences, optimum conditions, reasonable accessibility and a complete infrastructure. It's the place to be for people from Marseille and Aix-en-Provence. You can also combine it with an output canyoning in the Gorges du Loup, The best way to do it is to fly from the airport, close to our flying site. Discover paragliding from Cassis and La Ciotat.
💡 How is the site chosen? The day before your flight, our instructors analyse the weather conditions (thermals, wind, visibility) and confirm the meeting place by text message. The route from Sainte-Maxime takes you through magnificent Mediterranean scenery along the roads of the Provencal hinterland.
OUR FORMULAS
Our flight packages near Bouches-du-Rhône
Child flight
100€ | 10-15 min | From age 6
Le first paragliding experience ideal for introducing youngsters to the magic of flight. Flights take place exclusively 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)
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)
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 (3h activity)
✓ Photos included in both activities
✓ Attractive group rate
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)
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
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)
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
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
- Insurance included
- Free weather cancellation
- Equipment supplied
- Appointment confirmed the day before by text message
YOUR FLIGHT WITH AILÉMENTS
How does a paragliding flight near Bouches-du-Rhône work?
Your first paragliding experience from Bouches-du-Rhône
For a first flight (tandem flight)
- Book online or by telephone
- Departure from Bouches-du-Rhône (1h30-1h45 to Gréolières)
- Quick briefing with your pilot
- Take-off and flight (you don't have to manage anything, just enjoy the view!)
- Smooth landing
- Photos/videos of your flight
For a course (paragliding training)
- Telephone call to define your objectives
- Departure from Bouches-du-Rhône, meeting at Gréolières on the first day
- Theoretical courses + daily practical work in the field
- Progression from training slope to long flights
- Video debriefing each evening
- First solo flights at the end of the course
Why Ailements?
WHO WE ARE
Ailéments : paragliding school accessible from Bouches-du-Rhône
Our history
Founded in 2005 in Gréolières, Ailéments was born out of a passion for hang-gliding in the Pre-Alps. What began as an adventure between pilot friends has become a paragliding school The FFVL label is recognised, with hundreds of pilots trained and thousands of first flights completed.
Our mission
Passing on our passion for Paragliding safely. To introduce the unique sensations of free flight above the Pre-Alps. To train autonomous and responsible pilots. To welcome people from Marseille and the Bouches-du-Rhône region in the best conditions since 2005.
Our values
- Free flight safety first and foremost
- Teaching methods tailored to each profile
- Passion and sharing
- Respect for the environment and the Préalpes d'Azur Regional Nature Park
- Knowledge of the terrain and local conditions
Based in Gréolières in the Pre-Alps, our paragliding school welcomes the inhabitants of the Bouches-du-Rhône all year round to an exceptional site: 700m vertical drop, sea-mountain views, optimum conditions.
OUR TESTIMONIALS
Real experiences, real memories, real adventures
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THE SITES
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Gréolières - The spot accessible from the 13
- Take-off altitude: 1,800m
- Difference in altitude: 1,000m
- GPS : Gréolières village (06620)
Journey time from Bouches-du-Rhône :
- Marseille: 1h45
- Aix-en-Provence: 1h30
- Martigues: 1h30
- Salon-de-Provence: 1h20
- Bandol : 1h45
- Arles: 2h
Recommended route from Bouches-du-Rhône :
- From Marseille/Aix: A8 then panoramic road
- Gradual ascent towards Gréolières
- Free parking on landing site
On-site infrastructure :
- Prepared take-off area (1,800m)
- Spacious, safe landing (800m)
- Free parking
- Ailéments School
- Aerotech overhaul workshop
- Village (shops, restaurants, accommodation)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about paragliding in the 13
Where can you paraglide in Bouches-du-Rhône?
For paragliding in the Bouches-du-Rhône, Gréolières is THE reference site (1h45 from Marseille, 1h30 from Aix). 700m vertical drop, optimum conditions all year round, all levels. Anyone from Marseille who paraglides knows Gréolières.
Why Gréolières for paragliding in the Bouches-du-Rhône?
Gréolières offers 700m of vertical drop for paragliding (impossible to find so close to Marseille), exceptional conditions all year round, complete site for beginners to advanced, local school since 2005. The best quality/distance ratio for paragliding in the Bouches-du-Rhône.
Are there paragliding sites directly in the Bouches-du-Rhône?
There are a few paragliding sites in the 13, but with limited vertical drops (200-300m). For a real paragliding experience with long flights and quality progression from the Bouches-du-Rhône, Gréolières (700m, 1h45) is the best choice.
How long does it take to paraglide from Marseille to Gréolières?
Travel time for paragliding from Bouches-du-Rhône to Gréolières :
- Marseille: 1h45
- Aix-en-Provence: 1h30
- Martigues: 1h30
- Salon-de-Provence: 1h20 Scenic route through the hinterland.
Can you make the round trip in a day for paragliding?
Yes, for paragliding from the Bouches-du-Rhône, it's easy to get to Gréolières and back in a day. For a first flight (2-3 hours on site), it's easy from Marseille or Aix. For a 5-day course, daily return flights are available, or you can choose accommodation in the hinterland.
Can I carpool from Marseille to go paragliding?
Yes, for paragliding from the Bouches-du-Rhône, carpooling is organised:
- Between students in Marseille (we facilitate contacts)
- Motorway meeting point for group departures
- Free parking at Gréolières
- Active Marseille community
At what age can you start paragliding?
Paragliding in Bouches-du-Rhône: first flights from age 4, training courses from age 12. No maximum age if physical condition permits. Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
How much does a first paragliding flight from Marseille cost?
Paragliding Bouches-du-Rhône In Gréolières: Discovery Tandem Jump £100 (20-30 min), Sensations Tandem Jump £140 (30-40 min), Prestige Tandem Jump £250 (40-60 min + video). All equipment provided.
How long does a paragliding course at Gréolières last?
Paragliding Bouches-du-Rhône – Courses in Gréolières: 1-day Discovery Course (€200), 5-day Introduction Course (€700), 5-day Advanced Course (€750).
Is paragliding equipment provided at Gréolières?
Yes, for paragliding from the Bouches-du-Rhône, all the equipment is supplied at Gréolières: approved gliders (Alpha 7, Mentor, Sigma), harnesses with reserve parachute, helmets, radio. Equipment serviced annually.
Can you paraglide all year round in Gréolières?
Yes, paragliding in Gréolières from the Bouches-du-Rhône is possible all year round. Over 250 flying days a year. Optimum conditions in spring and autumn. In summer, early morning flights. In winter, sunny days.
What's the difference between a first paragliding experience and a paragliding course?
Paragliding in the Bouches-du-Rhône: first flight = tandem flight with an instructor (you enjoy), course = you learn to fly on your own at Gréolières, progressing over several days until you are self-sufficient.
What happens if the weather is bad for paragliding?
For paragliding from the Bouches-du-Rhône: free transfer to the date of your choice. No charge. Confirmation or rescheduling by SMS the day before. At Gréolières, 250+ flying days, easy to reschedule.
Is paragliding at Gréolières safe?
Yes, paragliding in Gréolières from the Bouches-du-Rhône is extremely safe. State-qualified instructors (DEJEPS), approved equipment, emergency parachute, daily weather analysis, professional liability insurance. Over 1000 first flights a year without incident.
Can I film my paragliding flight?
Yes, paragliding video option available: €30 (included in Baptême Prestige). Filmed on GoPro HD. Panorama of Gréolières captured: take-off, sea-mountain view, landing. HD file transferred to phone.
What is the maximum weight for a first paragliding flight?
Paragliding Bouches-du-Rhône: maximum weight for tandem flights 90 kg. For courses: no strict limit, equipment adapted to your size. Close to the limit? Please contact us.
Is there paragliding accommodation in Gréolières?
For paragliding from the Bouches-du-Rhône, we recommend: gîtes in Gréolières, hotels in Grasse/Vence, campsites in the Préalpes. Daily return flights from Marseille/Aix.
Do other people from Marseille paraglide at Gréolières?
Yes, lots of them! Active paragliding community in the Bouches-du-Rhône at Gréolières. Pilots from Marseille, Aix-en-Provence and the PACA region. Regular club outings, experience sharing, friendly atmosphere, organised car pooling.
How much does it cost to paraglide from Marseille?
Paragliding Bouches-du-Rhône in Gréolières - same prices for all :
- Discovery course: €200 (1 day)
- Introductory course: €700 (5 days)
- Advanced course: €750 (5 days) Equipment included.
Do you offer paragliding gift vouchers?
Yes, gift vouchers Paragliding Bouches-du-Rhône available for taster sessions and courses To Gréolières. Valid for 1 year. Sent by email or post. Perfect for gifting paragliding to your loved ones in Marseille.
How do I book paragliding from Marseille?
Paragliding Bouches-du-Rhône in Gréolières: book online 24 hours a day or by phone/WhatsApp 06 87 68 71 90. Confirmation within 24 hours.
Can you also do canyoning from the Bouches-du-Rhône?
Yes, Ailéments offers canyoning trips accessible from all over the département. Whether you start from Marseille, Cassis, La Ciotat or Bandol, Our canyons in the Alpes-Maritimes and Verdon are less than 2 hours' drive away. Gorges du Loup, Combination paragliding + canyoning available on request.
Book your paragliding flight
Ready to paraglide from the Bouches-du-Rhône?
Book your christening or paragliding course in Gréolières. Since 2005, Ailéments has been welcoming people from Marseille for paragliding: 700m vertical drop, sea-mountain views, exceptional conditions.