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Monte Piana paragliding site and weather forecast
Italian Alps. Live seven-day Alpine flying weather, launch directions and site information for Monte Piana.
Altitude2,249 m
Launch directionsSE, S
Coordinates46.6119, 12.2503
AreaItalian Alps
Flying profile
Best Workable Not recorded
Monte Piana is a flying site in the Italian Alps with a recorded launch elevation of 2,249 m. It works best in south-easterly and southerly winds, and can also work in easterly and south-westerly winds.
When the wind is wrong for Monte Piana
The nearest site we have rated for each wind direction Monte Piana doesn't cover.
Site briefing highlights
Short extracts from ParaglidingEarth. Read the full guide before you fly.
Take-off
above Rifugio Bosi If you are not an expert in taking off, only take off if you have at least 5 to 10 km/h south wind (or SE). Otherwise you might get serious problems with the flat descend and the uneven terrain.
Landing
large meadow(s) at Misurina
Access and parking
- hike - shuttle from Misurina (Ristorante Gentianella) (July-October: 0900-1700) (> see comments)
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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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