About this flying site
True alpine flight with all the consequences. Very sensible to weather. Can be very strong in early summer and can be very good in autumn when other flying sites don't offer anything more than a glide.
Ciavanis-Chialamberto paragliding site and weather forecast
Italian Alps. Live seven-day Alpine flying weather, launch directions and site information for Ciavanis-Chialamberto.
Altitude1,709 m
Launch directionsSE, S, SW
Coordinates45.3779, 7.3572
AreaItalian Alps
Flying profile
Best Workable Not recorded
Ciavanis-Chialamberto is a mountain site in the Italian Alps with a recorded launch elevation of 1,709 m. It works best in south-easterly, southerly and south-westerly winds, and can also work in easterly 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 Ciavanis-Chialamberto
The nearest site we have rated for each wind direction Ciavanis-Chialamberto doesn't cover.
Site briefing highlights
Short extracts from ParaglidingEarth. Read the full guide before you fly.
Take-off
At 1770m altitude on the northern slope of the valley over the village of Vonzo. Pretty big and smooth takeoff field suitable for beginners, tandems and hang gliders. Multiple gliders can be easily opened at the same time.
Landing
Rather big field right west from the village of Chialamberto (800m west from center of the town). It is opposite side of the river from the main road, accessible by a small bridge.
Access and parking
From Turin to Chialamberto by car: Get to the Tangenziale and take exit either toward Valli di Lanzo or Caselle airport. Either road will lead you to Lanzo valley.
Local weather notes
Do not fly with strong western or north-west winds. Absolutely do not fly with foen winds (also from west, bet extremely strong and turbulent, strong rotors etc.) On unstable days (particularly late spring, early summer) thunderstorms can…
Flight rules
Usual free flight rules apply according to Italian law. If any doubts, ask the local pilots.
Check current site guidance
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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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