Planning information for Gsiesertal -Uwaldalm- Spielalm
Alpine flying overview
Gsiesertal -Uwaldalm- Spielalm is a paragliding launch in the Italian Alps. Its recorded elevation is 2,068 m and its mapped launch aspects are S. Compare the live forecast at launch with winds aloft, gusts, cloud base, rain and daylight before checking current local access and airspace information.
About this flying site
ATTN: no petrol/ gas available in 'Gsiesertal': > fill up at Welsberg/ Mongulefo!
Take-off
> Uwaldalm: about 100m above the actual almhut (can be more/ less depending on thermal conditions).
> Spielalm: walk for about 45min from Uwaldalm: huge plateau, also permitting toplandings; normally windsock available.
Landing
Bruggen: check for actual landing field!!
>> Land only, where the grass is low or has been recently cut!
Access and parking
follow 'Pustertal' to 'Welsberg (Monguelfo)', then turn N into 'Gsisertal' to 'St.Martin (San Martino di Casies)'. Park at 'Talschlusshuette', then follow track to 'Uwaldalm': about 1.5 - 2hrs.
Forecasts are planning aids, not safety clearance. Check current observations, official airspace and NOTAM information, local rules and your own experience before every flight.