Fly between sea and mountains with state-certified instructors. First flights from 100 €, 45 minutes from Nice, on the Gréolières site. School FFVL, Nearly 20 years of experience, +1070 5/5 reviews.
Nice · 06Nice is ideally located for the paragliding In under an hour, you'll access take-off sites offering exceptional panoramas of the Côte d'Azur.
Deeper in the Nice hinterland, Gréolières is our main site: this is where transactions take place 80% of our flights, thanks to particularly favourable aerodynamic conditions. Landing in the Wolf Valley.
With Ailéments, school certified by the FFVL Since 2013, you've been flying with state-certified instructors. And between flights, take the opportunity to discover what to do in Nice and the surrounding area.
Between taking off at 1,800 metres on the Cheiron and landing in the Loup valley, it's over 1,000 metres of elevation gain and flights lasting from 10 to 60 minutes depending on the package. The approach route via the Gorges du Loup is already part of the adventure — and once in the air, the entire French Riviera unfolds beneath your feet, from the Baie des Anges to the snow-capped peaks of Mercantour.
This guide take-off sites, formulas, flight procedure, our local expertise.
Two take-off sites depending on the conditions and desired experience, both less than an hour from Nice.
À 45 mins from Nice, on the ridges of the Cheiron. 80% of our flights, take-off at 1,800 m (elevation gain of 1,000 m), landing in the Loup Valley. Views of the Baie des Anges and the Mercantour peaks.
In winter, the Gréolières 1400 allows you to combine skiing and paragliding on the same day.
For sea-cliff flying enthusiasts: take-off facing the Mediterranean (700 m), 30 minutes from Nice, with the Italian coast as a backdrop.
View of the principality of Monaco and its buildings, the Italian border and Menton, city of gardens.
The reason why most of our flights take place at Gréolières is simple: its south-facing aspect, regular valley breezes and over 250 flyable days per year. Many people from Nice go up for the day, alone, as couples or with family, and the site is suitable for a gentle first discovery as well as for learning to fly for those who want to go further.
Nice isn't the only one to benefit from the spot: people also come here from Cannes, Antibes, Grasse or Vence, all less than an hour’s drive from Gréolières. On the Nice side, the introductory session can be perfectly combined with a stroll through the Old Nice, a march on the Promenade des Anglais or the climb to the Castle Hill — from transforming the flight into a genuine Côte d'Azur getaway.
Regarding the season, you can fly almost all year round from Nice. Spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) offer the most consistent conditions, with gentle thermals perfect for a first flight; in the summer, we favour the morning slots, which are calmer and cooler at altitude; and winter offers a unique experience, with 'sea view' introductory flights. Roquebrune-Cap-Martin When the Blue Gulf beach is clear of bathers. Regardless of the period, the slot is always confirmed the day before by SMS according to the weather, and rescheduling remains free if conditions are not met: you only pay for your flight once you are in the air, never before. This is also what brings back many of our Nice passengers, season after season — often to move from an introductory flight to training this time.
The sea, the mountains and hilltop villages: a glimpse of what awaits you as you take off from Gréolières, less than an hour from Nice. Souvenir video option available (+€30), included in the Prestige flight.
From the moment you take off, it’s a complete transformation: the ground recedes, silence descends, and the Côte d’Azur unfolds beneath your feet, from the Baie des Anges to the peaks of the Mercantour. The in-flight video, filmed by your instructor on a GoPro, captures every moment — the big leap, the turns over the ridges, the panoramic view of the bay. It’s the best way to relive the flight and share it with your loved ones, long after you’ve returned to the ground.
From gentle child fares to long-haul premium flights, a formula for baptism For every desire. All-inclusive prices: equipment, instructor, insurance.
In detail: the Ascending flight, our best-seller, takes advantage of the ascents to glide along the ridges of the Cheiron — spirals and candles are optional for thrill-seekers. The Child flight programme it in the morning, when the air is calm, with an instructor used to younger ones. The Educational flight introduces budding pilots to the analysis of thermals and take-off technique, while the Walk & Fly add a short approach hike before heading out. In winter, the Paragliding on skis set off on skis from the slopes at Gréolières 1400, and the paragliding + canyoning combo combines a morning flight with a canyon descent in the afternoon for a day packed with thrills. As for the Prestige flight, it prolongs the pleasure for up to an hour of flying, including a souvenir video – the formula for special occasions.
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 GPS point of the appointment and the precise time according to the weather.
Welcome at the indicated point, then a 4x4 ascent to the launch site.
Safety instructions, harness, helmet. A few running steps and you're in the air.
Contemplation, sensations or acrobatics as you prefer, then gently landed in the Grand-Pré.
During the flight, you can take control A few moments if you fancy it, and acrobatics are possible on demand for the more adventurous. Upon landing, your instructor will take the time for a debrief and give you your video if you chose it. No prior experience or specific fitness level is necessary: being able to take a few running steps for takeoff is enough, and each flight is adapted to your wishes.
Not a tourist trap : Ailéments was founded by enthusiasts who have been flying since 19 years old on the sites of the Alpes-Maritimes. School certified by the FFVL, state-certified instructors, recent equipment checked every 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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Take-off sites, prices, age, season, parking, procedure, courses, gift voucher, weather.
From two sites accessible in less than an hour: Gréolières (1,800 m, Cheiron ridges, 80 % of our flights) and Roquebrune-Cap-Martin (Take-off facing the sea, about 30 mins from Nice).
The site is chosen in the morning according to the weather and confirmed by text the day before.
Child flight €100 (from 4 years), Ascending flight £140 (best-seller), Prestige flight 250 € (video included).
Combo paragliding + canyoning £190 per person (per day). Walking and Flying 200 €. Video option: +30 €.
Baptism is accessible from 4 years formula Child flight, Early risers). Maximum weight: approximately 90 kg.
You just need to be able to run 3 to 5 metres on takeoff. Details: Minimum age for paragliding.
Closed shoes (trainers or hiking boots), long trousers and windbreaker It is 10 to 15 °C cooler at higher altitudes.
The helmet and harness are provided by Ailéments.
More 300 days of sunshine a year. Spring: ideal conditions. Summer: early morning flights (before 11 am). Autumn: excellent conditions, fewer people. Winter: in good weather, with views of the snowy Alps.
Yes. To Gréolières, free parking at the pass (approx. 30 spaces). At Roquebrune, Free public parking nearby.
During peak season (July-August), arrive 15 minutes early.
The day before, a confirmation SMS (GPS + schedule). On site: 4x4 ascent, safety briefing, equipment, take-off with a few running steps.
Panoramic flight then a smooth landing. You can take the controls on certain packages.
Yes: Discovery Course (1 day) €260, Initiation Course (5 days) €690, Advanced Course (5 days) €750.
FFVL supervision at Gréolières. See our Paragliding school in Nice.
Yes, the gift vouchers are available online, valid for 12 months, and customisable (email or post).
popular ideas for EVJF and EVG in Nice the video option is offered for the groom or the bride.
Free deferral on a date of your choice in case of adverse weather. Free cancellation up to one week before.
Payment on-site after the activity: no charges incurred until the flight has taken place.
4 key points for your flight over the Côte d'Azur.
Take-off from Gréolières (1,800 m, 80 flights) or Roquebrune (by the sea, 30 mins). Panoramic views from Monaco to Cannes.
Child flight €100, Ascendant €140 ★, Prestige €250, combo €190/person. From 4 years old, max 90 kg, no physical condition required.
All year round thanks to 300 days of sunshine. Site confirmation by SMS the day before, free weather postponement, payment after the flight.
DEJEPS instructors, +6,000 flights with no serious accidents. Combination possible with the canyon du Loup et Stages The Nice School.
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