Santa Maria paragliding site and weather forecast

Swiss Alps. Live seven-day Alpine flying weather, launch directions and site information for Santa Maria.

Altitude1,210 m
Launch directionsS, SW
Coordinates46.2672, 9.1378
AreaSwiss Alps

Flying profile

N: not recordedNE: not recordedE: not recordedSE: workableS: bestSW: bestW: workableNW: not recordedNNEESESSWWNW

Best Workable Not recorded

Santa Maria is a mountain site in the Swiss Alps with a recorded launch elevation of 1,210 m. It works best in southerly and south-westerly winds, and can also work in south-easterly and westerly winds. Pilots fly it for ridge soaring and thermal, using foot launch.

Terrain
mountain
Lift
ridge soaring and thermal
Launch
foot launch
Cross-country
Not recorded

When the wind is wrong for Santa Maria

The nearest site we have rated for each wind direction Santa Maria doesn't cover.

Site information

This page records the launch location, altitude and known wind aspects. Detailed local guidance has not yet been verified, so consult the managing club or an experienced local pilot before flying.

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This forecast page identifies the launch and its mapped flying characteristics, but local access, cable, wildlife, airspace and landing restrictions can change. Confirm the current site briefing with the responsible local club or school before travelling or flying.

Paragliding sites near Santa Maria

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