Planning information for 12er Kopf Zwoelferkopf (Pertisau- Achensee)
Alpine flying overview
12er Kopf Zwoelferkopf (Pertisau- Achensee) is a paragliding launch in the Austrian Alps. Its recorded elevation is 1,441 m and its mapped launch aspects are NE, W, NW. Compare the live forecast at launch with winds aloft, gusts, cloud base, rain and daylight before checking current local access and airspace information.
Take-off
all TO's are within 5-10min walking distance from the gondola station
Landing
Windsock: by far the best (and biggest) wind indicator is the Achensee itself: just watch the waves...
Access and parking
Gondola from Pertisau (10mins from LZ):
https://www.karwendel-bergbahn.at/en/summer/prices-cable-cars.html
Local weather notes
Wind! The so called 'Bayrischer Wind' (because its coming from Bavaria) can become too strong for PG's to fly (launch and land), so you'll have to wait until it settles down in the evening...
Forecasts are planning aids, not safety clearance. Check current observations, official airspace and NOTAM information, local rules and your own experience before every flight.