paragliding XC adventure in the Pyrenees

overview of paragliding XC adventure in the Pyrenees

The Pyrenees are a must-visit destination for paragliding enthusiasts, boasting breathtaking landscapes and exceptional conditions that make the region a paradise for XC (cross country) paragliding. This tour visits some of the most iconic sites in the Spanish and French Pyrenees, offering pilots the chance to experience the magic of flying in one of Europe's most spectacular settings. We have eight sites in our repertoire all within driving distance (Áger, Castejon de Sos, Val Louron, Organyá, among others), which maximizes our flying and XC. This trip will leave you changed as a pilot.

These trips are ideal for experienced paragliding pilots wanting to paraglide XC (cross country) in the Pyrenees in a safe, fun, and with a supportive group of pilots. Pilots receive a robust introduction to the Pyrenees, daily XC tasks based on the day's conditions, and pilot debriefs. Pilots are efficiently retrieved along the course of the task.

top sites in the Spanish and French Pyrenees

Of the eight sites in our repertoire, these are the top winners that deliver results.

Castejón de Sos (Spain): Nestled in the heart of the high Pyrenees beneath Mount Aneto, Castejón is a legendary XC hub offering healthy, reliable thermals, vast mountain routes, and high-altitude highway flying.

Organyà (Spain): Famous worldwide for its rock-solid convergence and world-class thermals. Experience dynamic lift along the famous Magic Mountain, where XC meets incredible soaring conditions.

Àger (Spain): The ultimate flatland-and-ridge XC classic. Soar along the magnificent Montsec ridge, track endless thermal lines, and push deep into flatland distance triangles with smooth landings and huge open skies.

Val Louron (France): Launch high above the lush Louron Valley. Experience classic Alpine-Pyrenean transition flying, smooth late-day soarability, and spectacular big-mountain ridge runs.

trip dates & request a spot

• Fri Sep 3 - Sun Sep 12, 2027 (8 flying days, request a spot)

Travel days on the first and last day of the listed dates.

what's included

• Pre-trip online briefing: introduction to geography and key sites, XC routes, known landing areas, prohibited landing areas, hazards, safety recommendations, instrumentation for live tracking, insurance needs, etc.
• Shuttle from/to Barcelona airport (BCN) on start/end trip dates
• Accommodations (shared room, if you prefer a private room at an additional cost, please signal that during sign up)
• Daily transport and efficient retrieve
• XC tasks based on the day's conditions
• Premium group-tracking software leveraging your existing instrumentation (e.g. FlySkyHy, Naviter, inReach, etc.)
• Group XC flying and in-the-air guiding and support
• Briefings on weather, techniques, etc.
• Guidance and contacts on paragliding equipment services (SIV, reserve repack, line trim, repairs, etc.)
• Recommendation on non-paragliding activities in the area (especially if you bring a partner)
• Guidance and assistance by someone you can rely on, if you're in a pinch (such as emergency services)
• Trip leader fluent in English & Spanish
• Immeasurable stoke from paragliding and adventuring with like-minded pilots!

Not included is airfare, food, health & travel insurance, specific instruction towards ratings, and paragliding equipment (wing, helmet, radio, vario, etc.).

cost

Cost for the Pyrenees XC adventure is $1,642 USD.

pilot experience required

Pilots must be non-beginners that don't need instruction in launching, thermaling, landing, and flying in mountain conditions. Pilots from all corners of the world are welcome to join the fun, with the ability to communicate in English or Spanish important.

pre-trip briefing

We'll hold an online pilot briefing a few weeks prior to the trip start date, where you'll meet the other pilots joining the adventure, we'll review geography using Google Earth, review waypoints, known landing areas, and any prohibited landing areas. We'll also review the live tracking technologies that we'll use on the trip, including all communications that we plan to leverage (Whatsapp, radio, GPS devices). This session ensures we're prepared and ready for the adventure that awaits us.

where we stay

We won't book accommodations in advance, so that we have the freedom of following the weather to maximize our flying. We will be staying in clean locations, and you can choose whether you want a shared or private room during the trip signup form.

sample flight

Incredible flight reaching 4,700 meters (15,400 ft) which allowed for a great flight with friends.

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