Take-off
3 main launches: ( > see pix 'overview') 1) Cima Cavallaria (1430m) * 2) Manifestazione (1390m) * 3) Felci ATTN: * can only be reached by shuttle!! Fines of 230EUR (and up!) for unauthorized use of road!
Cavallaria paragliding site and weather forecast
Italian Alps. Live seven-day Alpine flying weather, launch directions and site information for Cavallaria.
Altitude1,427 m
Launch directionsSE, S
Coordinates45.5204, 7.8074
AreaItalian Alps
Flying profile
Best Workable Not recorded
Cavallaria is a mountain site in the Italian Alps with a recorded launch elevation of 1,427 m. It works best in south-easterly and southerly winds, and can also work in easterly and south-westerly winds. Pilots fly it for thermal, using foot launch.
- Terrain
- mountain
- Lift
- thermal
- Launch
- foot launch
- Cross-country
- Not recorded
When the wind is wrong for Cavallaria
The nearest site we have rated for each wind direction Cavallaria doesn't cover.
Site briefing highlights
Short extracts from ParaglidingEarth. Read the full guide before you fly.
Landing
Huge LZ with windsock. At the LZ, there is a good bar where you can drink a chilly beer and amazing sandwich after your flight.
Access and parking
highway A5 (Torino-Aosta) direction: Aosta > exit at tollbooth of 'Ivrea' continue your way for 4 Km following road sign to 'Fiorano-Lessolo-Calea' and then you are in goal
Local weather notes
ATTN with Nordföhn!! - wind on Cima Cavallaria (and Manifestazione) can become (very) strong; 1200-1600: wait (or try Manifestazione) - Info Wind (measured in San Giacomo/ Andrate at 1500m):+39 338 7320356
Flight rules
Our fly site is enough far-off at CTR of TORINO & AOSTA airports, around 40km. Any case, is necessary underline that we are close at a gliders and ultralight airfield called 'MONTALTO DORA IVREA.
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Paragliding sites near Cavallaria
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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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