About this flying site
Nice flight, don't wait too late in summer to come here.
Col de Freydane paragliding site and weather forecast
French Alps. Live seven-day Alpine flying weather, launch directions and site information for Col de Freydane.
Altitude2,643 m
Launch directionsN
Coordinates45.1704, 5.9782
AreaFrench Alps
Flying profile
Best Workable Not recorded
Col de Freydane is a flying site in the French Alps with a recorded launch elevation of 2,643 m. It works best in northerly winds, and can also work in north-easterly, westerly and north-westerly winds.
When the wind is wrong for Col de Freydane
The nearest site we have rated for each wind direction Col de Freydane doesn't cover.
Site briefing highlights
Short extracts from ParaglidingEarth. Read the full guide before you fly.
Take-off
mountain take-off, only when the snow is on the ground. In August you will open your glide on the stones.
Landing
next to the car, in the field. Attention to the grass with farmers.
Local weather notes
only with small north wind. If south wind go to 'croix de Belledonne'.
Check current site guidance
Paragliding sites near Col de Freydane
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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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