Launch sites

Which launch site is suitable for your planned flight route and what conditions await you? Here you will find all the information about the three Engelberg paragliding launch sites.

Launch site Titlis

3238 m a.s.l.

The Titlis is an extraordinary paragliding mountain with many (cross-country) flight possibilities. The mountain is mainly visited by alpine paraglider pilots.

Launch site Brunni

1800 m a.s.l.

With its three launch sites, the Brunni area is ideal for beginners as well as experienced pilots.

Launch site Fürenalp

1923 m a.s.l.

At the end of the Engelberg valley is the Fürenalp. With the ride of the small 8-seater gondola and after a short walk the flight can start.

Landing places

Find out here where you can put your feet back on solid ground and where there are designated paragliding landing sites in the Engelberg Valley.

More Info

Find here further important information and valuable tips around your paragliding experience in Engelberg.

Info flying areas

Obstacles 
Before you start, make sure you know what obstacles you might encounter.
Overview obstacles 


Airspaces 
Airspace regulations must be observed according to DABS. Inform yourself in advance about the area you are flying over.
Swiss Hang Gliding Association
Online gliding map
Airspace Central Switzerland
DABS today


Gliding areas
Take-offs and landings in the federal hunting areas are prohibited. When overflying, wildlife must be respected and distance must be kept.
Wildlife Rest Areas Engelberg


Further information
Complete information sheet from the Hang Gliding Association

 

 

Flight school

Flugschule Engelberg

FLUGSCHULE ENGELBERG GMBH
Wydenstrasse 55
6390 Engelberg
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