Test'ival de Parapente - 4th edition

Test'ival de Parapente - Samoëns Three days of testing, flying and sharing For three days, the Samoëns Paragliding Test'ival invites you to test the latest wings and equipment, meet the brands and experience paragliding in a friendly, festive atmosphere, in the heart of spectacular scenery. Whether you're an avid pilot, a curious flyer or a family, come and share unique moments of flight, encounters and entertainment. Saturday April 4 and Sunday April 5, 2026: 9am - 6pm Monday, April 6, 2026: 9am - 5pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Le Salon des Marques : Tests & meetings with brands Discover and test the latest paragliding products in the field. Brands will be present for : - let you try out their wings and equipment, - answer your questions, - share their expertise. All in a simple, passionate atmosphere. ➡️ 25 brands will be present: ASCENDANT ADVANCE PARAGLIDER AIRDESIGN GLIDERS BDG DUDEK FLOW PARAGLIDERS FLUIDWINGS GIN KORTEL DESIGN LEVEL WINGS MCC AVIATION NEARBIRDS & CHICIRICKI NEO NIVIUK NOVA MACPARA OZONE PHI SIRYDE SKY PARAGLIDERS SKYWALK SUP AIR SWING PARAGLIDERS WAY GLIDERS ZOOM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Le Market: Sale of local products and crafts - LA FERME DE MIEUSSY: Local food products (pestos, preserves, honeys, syrups, birch sap, etc.) - HOT SAVOIE 74: Clothing and accessories made in Haute-Savoie - RECYCLAGE-PARAPENTE: Accessories made from fabrics and lines from out-of-use paragliders (recycling) - And many more... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Zone inflation A dedicated area will be available for practising inflation, trying out equipment and talking to brands in ideal conditions. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Décollage : Les Saix The main take-off point is at Les Saix, a remarkable site offering exceptional views over the Giffre valley. - Access in 20 minutes from Test'ival via free shuttle, then Vercland gondola. Lift fare: 10€ per day, unlimited uphill (Pass available from the Test'ival village reception desk). - Ideal location for equipment testing - Spectacular panorama of the surrounding mountains -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Atterrissage : Samoëns Designed for serene flying, the Samoëns landing offers : - a large, easy-to-land area, - perfect visibility from the sky, - direct access to the Test'ival showroom. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Cinéma - Saturday evening An exceptional cinema evening with the screening of two films: "Avec Riton" - Antoine Girard "K2 Mon Amour" - Liv Sansoz & Zeb Roche The screening will be followed by a discussion with Antoine Girard and Liv Sansoz, on hand to answer your questions and share their adventures. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Animations for children The Test'ival is also a family event with activities for younger children: Tandem flights Creative workshops Make-up Tattoos Concerts Movie nights -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Restauration On-site catering will be available for the duration of the event, to make the most of the festival atmosphere. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Concert - Sunday evening 5:30 pm: Musical entertainment 6:30 pm: Concert 8:30 pm: DJ set -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ➡️Inscriptions Registration link to take part in the Test'ival tests: https://app.imagina.com/testival-de-parapente-de-samoens Please register at ⬇️ 1 piece of identification FFVL license or proof of civil liability insurance. A deposit of €1,500 in cash. Registration 100% online (via dedicated form) and free of charge. Once your registration is complete, a ticket with QR code will be generated. Present your ticket directly to the brands. Choose your equipment, test it, return it and try again! If you are interested in joining our team of volunteers and contributing to the success of the Test'ival de Parapente in Samoëns, please contact us at evenement@samoens.com, indicating your availability. We look forward to welcoming you to our dynamic team!