French Alps · Paragliding site
Live seven-day Alpine flying weather with launch direction, altitude and local site information for Le Colombier.
Site briefing
Le Colombier is a paragliding launch in the French Alps. Its recorded elevation is 1,998 m and its mapped launch aspects are SW, W. Compare the live forecast at launch with winds aloft, gusts, cloud base, rain and daylight before checking current local access and airspace information.
This isn't an official takeoff, no windsock or dedicated place. You can virtually takeoff from the whole mountain. Takeoff from the summit
Landing in the fields above Aillon-le-vieux church and village
From Aillon le vieux church or from Aillon le jeune (to get back there, you'll need to hitchhike), it's a 2 hours hike with great views
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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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