About this flying site
Paragliding is possible in the Ulten Valley and on the Schwemmalm in all south currents, but also in light northeast and northwest currents.
Ultimo / Ultental (Schwemmalm) paragliding site and weather forecast
Italian Alps. Live seven-day Alpine flying weather, launch directions and site information for Ultimo / Ultental (Schwemmalm).
Altitude2,257 m
Launch directionsSE, S
Coordinates46.5353, 10.9167
AreaItalian Alps
Flying profile
Best Workable Not recorded
Ultimo / Ultental (Schwemmalm) is a mountain site in the Italian Alps with a recorded launch elevation of 2,257 m. It works best in south-easterly and southerly 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 Ultimo / Ultental (Schwemmalm)
The nearest site we have rated for each wind direction Ultimo / Ultental (Schwemmalm) doesn't cover.
Site briefing highlights
Short extracts from ParaglidingEarth. Read the full guide before you fly.
Take-off
several options (> see pix)
Landing
by the lake, just a few minutes walk from gondola and P.
Access and parking
Gondola: https://www.merano-suedtirol.it/en/schwemmalm/summer.html
Local weather notes
Beware of valley wind at LZ
Check current site guidance
Paragliding sites near Ultimo / Ultental (Schwemmalm)
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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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