Landing
at the (Glider-)Aerodrome of Aspres-sur-Buech. Note the marked LZ for HG/PG.
Aspres paragliding site and weather forecast
French Alps. Live seven-day Alpine flying weather, launch directions and site information for Aspres.
Altitude1,549 m
Launch directionsSE, S, SW
Coordinates44.5430, 5.7092
AreaFrench Alps
Flying profile
Best Workable Not recorded
Aspres is a mountain site in the French Alps with a recorded launch elevation of 1,549 m. It works best in south-easterly, southerly and south-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 Aspres
The nearest site we have rated for each wind direction Aspres doesn't cover.
Site briefing highlights
Short extracts from ParaglidingEarth. Read the full guide before you fly.
Access and parking
Navette??; Road to TO, but better if 4wheel drive avbl.
Local weather notes
During summer/ midday thermals can be VERY activ/ rough -definitively NOT for beginners!!
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Paragliding sites near Aspres
Forecasts are planning aids, not safety clearance. Check current observations, official airspace and NOTAM information, local rules and your own experience before every flight.
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