Paragliding in France: 11 Flights in the Alps

1.Paragliding Tandem Flight over the Alps in Chamonix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 428 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes · from $216Our pick

Fly tandem above Chamonix with Air Sports Chamonix, taking off near Brévent after an €18 cable car ride. English and French-speaking pilots such as Coco, Richard, Sandie, and Romain may guide you, with a chance to steer the wing, add gentle acrobatics, and buy flight photos or HD video for €30.

“This was most amazing experience I had in my life, view on Mont Blanc glaciers and beeing so close to mountain ridge, absolutely blew my mind. I even had a chance to try controls and did acrobatics (with my full consent:)) Absolutely a must do activity!!!”

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2.Chamonix: Tandem Paragliding Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 264 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $187

Meet your English- or French-speaking pilot in Chamonix, ride the cable car toward Le Brévent, and walk to the launch site. After a safety briefing, you will run a few steps and glide for about 20 minutes above Chamonix, with views toward Mont Blanc, glaciers, and the valley. Pilots such as Richard, Sebastian, Xavier, and Adrian are known for calm instruction and optional turns or control time.

“Friendly and relaxed instructor. Flight was very smooth. Recommend to anyone. Easily booked (day before). Adrenaline levels increased after doing big turns towards the end of the flight. Able to take the controls for part of the trip as well.”

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3.Chamonix: Tandem Paragliding Flight with Mont-Blanc Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 130 reviews · 1 hour · from $187

Meet your French or English-speaking pilot at Planpraz Gondola, ride up above Chamonix, and run from a gentle slope toward Mont Blanc. Your tandem flight lasts about 20 minutes, with time to learn basic steering, enjoy the views, or add aerial tricks. Pilots including Sebastian, David, Laetitia, and Francis are praised for calm, clear instruction.

“Absolutely fantastic. Loved every minute of this exhilarating experience.”

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4.Two-seater paragliding flight in Chamonix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 1 hour · from $189

Meet Kailash Parapente in Chamonix for a tandem flight facing Mont Blanc. After a short run on a gentle slope, your instructor guides you through about 20 minutes in the air. Eric, Erick, Olivier, and Leticia are among the named pilots. Helmet and harness are included, while lift tickets and optional photos or video cost extra.

“Super nice pilot, the ride was super smooth even though the conditions weren't great. Would recommend!”

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5.paragliding discovery flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 1 hour · from $204

Take a ski lift to a grassy launch site above Chamonix, then run with your English-speaking instructor as the wing lifts you into the Alps. The flight lasts 20 to 30 minutes, and your instructor provides aerial footage. This private experience is not available to anyone over 90 kilos.

“As a first time paraglider Xavier was very helpful in guiding me on what to do during the flight. He speaks English and will also offer go pro pictures and footage for €30.”

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6.Sensation paragliding flight over the magnificent Lake Annecy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 1 hour · from $144

From Doussard, a shuttle takes you to Col de la Forclaz for a tandem flight over Lake Annecy. Your English-speaking pilot handles the wing, then may add tight turns, wingovers, and 360-degree figures after takeoff. Pilots such as Manu and Nefta focus on clear instructions and a smooth landing. Maximum weight is 80 kg.

“It was our first flight.. and we found it a fantastic experience! The people who took charge of flying our paraglider were very friendly and attentive at all times. We hired 45 min/1H flight, but it was about 20 min.. Anyway it is long enough to admire the lake and its surroundings while enjoying relaxation and adrenaline at the same timeAuto-translated”

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7.Tandem Paragliding Flight to Chamonix Facing Mont Blanc

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 1 hour · from $203

Take a private tandem paragliding flight above Chamonix with a qualified pilot such as Sebastien or David. Launch from Planpraz, or Plan de l’Aiguille for an added fee, then glide over the valley with Mont Blanc and Glacier des Bossons in view. No experience is needed, and optional steering, tricks, photos, and video are available.

“Absolutely fantastic experience with FLYddiction. Great view of Mont Blanc. Safe and secure although just sitting in a chair attached to the paraglider wing”

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8.Baptism in Paragliding in La Clusaz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 1 hour · from $84Best value

Meet Ailes Des Aravis at the Crêt du Merle chairlift in La Clusaz, ride up toward Crêt du Loup, and take off with a professional pilot. You will glide for 10 to 15 minutes above forests, pastures, and the village, with optional turns for extra thrills. Julien Fos is one pilot praised for his warm, professional approach.

“A unique experience the total kiff a big thank you to julien FOS for his friendliness his professionalism and true happiness to have done this baptism with him monitor at the topAuto-translated”

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9.Chamonix: Tandem Paragliding Flight with Video

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 1 hour · from $222

Ride the gondola to launch with an experienced French or English-speaking instructor, then run from a grassy slope and glide 15 to 25 minutes above Chamonix. You get mountain views, a chance to learn basic paraglider control, optional aerial acrobatics, and video or photos. The lift ticket is extra.

“Thomas was great - gave me a comfortable feeling, before running off the edge! Clearly an experienced flyer. An amazing experience, best thing I’ve done in a long time. Amazing videos and stills. Thanks”

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10.Paragliding Performance flight over the magnificent Lake Annecy

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 1 hour · from $168

Meet in Doussard and ride a shuttle to Col de la Forclaz, one of Europe’s best-known free-flight sites. After a gentle warm-up above Lake Annecy, your English-speaking pilot can add 360-degree turns, wingovers, and other acrobatics. The flight lasts about an hour and suits people up to 110 kilograms.

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11.Acrobatic Paragliding Tandem Flight over Chamonix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 1 hour · from $227

Meet Air Sports Chamonix at Planpraz, where an English-speaking pilot briefs you, fits your helmet, and takes you into the air above Chamonix. This is an acrobatic tandem flight, so expect sharp turns and plenty of adrenaline rather than a quiet glide. The flight lasts about an hour, weather permitting, and optional photos and HD video cost €30.

“It’s not scary. You’ll be glad you did it. Guides are very experienced and make it safe and enjoyable.”

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