Paragliding Course in the Mountains: Fly with us in the Alps
Introduction Vol-Bivouac
The ultimate freedom: traverse the mountains with only your paraglider and a tent. Learn the art of hiking, flying, and camping in the wild.
Dates: On request
Location: French Alps based on weather (Wild camping)
Level: licensed pilots
Includes: Guidance while flying, decisionmaking, gear & food choices. Weather briefings. Personal coaching by psychologist.
Price: € 150,- per day
Spring Warm-up Course 2026 (ended)
Get ready for the flying season! During this week, the focus is on personal development and refining your mountain technique.
Date: 5 – 11 April 2026
Location: French Alps
Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Goal: Handling, themals, making flying hours.
Price: € 650,-
Basic Mountain Paragliding Course (ended)
Bridge the gap between coastal soaring and flying in the Alps. In 14 days, we teach you everything you need to fly safely and confidently in the mountains.
Dates: April 19 – May 2, 2026
Location: French Alps
Level: For experienced soaring pilots wanting to fly in the mountains
Includes: Meteorology, mountain launch techniques, and landing training.
Price: € 1.500,-
Paragliding courses in the mountains: your adventure in the French Alps
Ready to make the transition from the beach to the mountains? At Parakiting, your flight adventure doesn’t stop at the Dutch coast. The foundation you build on the sands of Wijk aan Zee is the perfect preparation for the real deal; a paragliding course in the mountains requires specific skills and in-depth meteorological knowledge.
Our mountain courses are specifically designed to make the transition from beach soaring to mountain flying safe and smooth. We provide personal guidance during this step, ensuring you make your first thermalling flights with 100% confidence or push your limits during cross-country flying. From the dunes to the Alps: we turn you into a complete pilot.
Why head to the mountains with Parakiting?
We know the French Alps like the back of our hand. Whether you are making your first mountain flights during the Basic Mountain Course or pushing your boundaries during a Vol-Bivouac adventure, we provide high-level personal coaching.
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Small groups: Ensuring you always receive the attention you need.
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Experienced instructors: We combine our soaring expertise with years of mountain experience.
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Safety: We always fly in safe conditions and teach you how to make independent meteorological decisions.