Europe is a continent of rich history and culture that offers diverse opportunities for hang gliding enthusiasts. From the Alps to the Mediterranean, from the Scottish Highlands to the Pyrenees, you can find a hang glider site that suits your preferences and skill level.
To help you find your ideal hang glider site in Europe, we have created a comprehensive database of site guides that provide detailed information on each location. You can search by country, region, site name, or site type to narrow down your options. You can also filter by difficulty level, wind direction, launch type, landing type, and site status to find the best match for your needs.
Each site guide contains the following types of information:
- Site description: A brief overview of the site’s features, history, and attractions.
- Location: A map showing the exact location of the site, along with GPS coordinates and directions on how to get there by car or public transport.
- Launch: A description of the launch area, including its elevation, slope, orientation, surface, clearance, and hazards. Also includes tips on how to launch safely and effectively.
- Flight: A description of the typical flight conditions at the site, including the wind speed and direction, thermals, turbulence, lift sources, and cross-country potential. Also includes tips on how to fly safely and enjoyably.
- Landing: A description of the landing area, including its size, shape, orientation, surface, obstacles, and hazards. Also includes tips on how to land safely and smoothly.
- Facilities: A list of the facilities available at or near the site, such as toilets, water, parking, camping, accommodation, food, and shops.
- Rules and regulations: A list of the rules and regulations that apply to the site, such as membership requirements, fees, permits, insurance, airspace restrictions, radio frequencies, and emergency contacts.
- Site contacts: A list of the local hang gliding clubs or associations that manage or maintain the site, along with their contact details and websites.
- Reviews and ratings: A section where users can leave their feedback and ratings on the site based on their experience.
With our site guides, you can easily find a hang glider site in Europe that meets your expectations and enhances your adventure. Start browsing our database today and discover the amazing places where you can soar with the birds!
Did not find your site? Tell us about it!
If you know of a hang glider site in Europe (or anywhere) that is not in our database, you can submit a new site by filling out a form on our website. You will need to provide the as much of the following information as you can:
- Site name: The official or common name of the site.
- State: The state where the site is located.
- Region: The region or area where the site is located.
- Site type: The type of site, such as coastal, inland, mountain, or flatland.
- Difficulty level: The difficulty level of the site, such as beginner, intermediate, advanced, or expert.
- Wind direction: The wind direction that is suitable for flying at the site, such as N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, or NW.
- Launch type: The type of launch at the site, such as foot launch, tow launch, or winch launch.
- Landing type: The type of landing at the site, such as open field, beach, road, or water.
- Site status: The status of the site, such as open, closed, restricted, or seasonal.
- Site description: A brief overview of the site’s features, history, and attractions.
- Location: A map showing the exact location of the site, along with GPS coordinates and directions on how to get there by car or public transport.
- Launch: A description of the launch area, including its elevation, slope, orientation, surface, clearance, and hazards. Also include tips on how to launch safely and effectively.
- Flight: A description of the typical flight conditions at the site, including the wind speed and direction, thermals, turbulence, lift sources, and cross-country potential. Also include tips on how to fly safely and enjoyably.
- Landing: A description of the landing area, including its size, shape, orientation, surface, obstacles, and hazards. Also include tips on how to land safely and smoothly.
- Facilities: A list of the facilities available at or near the site, such as toilets, water, parking, camping, accommodation, food, and shops.
- Rules and regulations: A list of the rules and regulations that apply to the site, such as membership requirements, fees, permits, insurance, airspace restrictions, radio frequencies, and emergency contacts.
- Site contacts: A list of the local hang gliding clubs or associations that manage or maintain the site, along with their contact details and websites.
You can also upload photos or videos of the site to illustrate its features and conditions. Please make sure that you have permission to use any media that you upload.
Once you submit your form, our team will review it and verify the information. If your submission meets our quality standards and criteria, we will add it to our database and notify you by email. You will also receive credit for your contribution on our website.
Thank you for helping us grow our database and share your knowledge with other hang gliding enthusiasts! We appreciate your input and feedback