




Description
A paragliding launch site in a magnificent, unspoiled setting.
Mieussy is the “Cradle of Paragliding”: a historic paragliding site where the first flight was attempted in June 1978.
Activities: hang gliding, paragliding
Level: very easy
Type of flight: thermal, dynamic
Direction: W, E
Notes / Hazards:
- Easy landing at the summit
- Easy takeoff in light breeze conditions.
- Do not fly too close to the intermediate plateau.
- With southerly to southeasterly winds, the takeoff area next to the parking lot is downwind.
- Takeoff strictly to the southwest is prohibited in winter.
- Turbulent or even very turbulent flights in northerly winds.
Rates
Free access.
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Openings
All year 2026 - Open everyday
Subject to favorable weather
Location
Plan interactif : 1 lieux répertoriés.
- Lieu sans nom
Access
Access
- From Mieussy, take the road to the Sommand ski resort. Once on the plateau, turn right toward Roche Pallud, then take the first trail on the left. Go to the end of the road, and continue along the path for 200 meters south after the parking lot.



