Paragliding

Pure freedom with a paraglider over Gstaad

The most beautiful flying areas of the Destination Gstaad can be easily reached by the mountain railways. High above majestic peaks and endless expanses, a unique feeling of freedom opens up. Ready for your next flying adventure? Learn important information about take-off sites, local rules and tips for a safe flight.

 

By mountain railway to the best flying areas

Wispile

The most popular paragliding area in Gstaad - easily accessible by cable car.

The launch site is just 5 minutes from the Wispile mountain station and can be easily reached by cable car. The flight routes offer great conditions in various directions:

  • south-east - north-east
  • south-west - north-west
  • North-west - north-east - south-east
  • West - Northwest

The landing site is only 5 minutes away from the Wispile valley station, so you can get back quickly.

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Yannick Romagnoli / Yannick Romagnoli, Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus

Eggli

The paragliding area at Eggli - easy to reach

The launch site can be reached in just 15 minutes on foot from the Eggli mountain station. The take-off direction is mainly south-west, ideal for a relaxed flight with fantastic views.

The landing site is just 5 minutes from the Wispile valley station.

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Melanie Uhkoetter / Bergbahnen Destination Gstaad AG

Hornberg

The Schönried paragliding area 

 

Fly from Schönried to Gstaad. The launch site can be reached in just 15 minutes on foot from the Horneggli mountain station.

The take-off direction is mainly south-west - west, ideal for a relaxed flight with panoramic views.

The landing site is located just 5 minutes from the Wispile valley station in Gstaad.

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Yannick Romagnoli / Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus

Rinderberg

Rinderberg paragliding area - Zweisimmen

The launch site is a 5-10 minute walk from the Rinderberg Spitz mountain station.

The launch directions are:

  • North - Southeast
  • West - Northwest

The landing site is located next to the Zweisimmen airfield, just 5 minutes from the valley station of the Rinderberg cable car.

Special:
The area lies in the control zone of Zweisimmen aerodrome, which is heavily frequented by the gliding camp in summer.

©  CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 Melanie Uhkoetter / Gstaad Saanenland Tourismus

Flying schools and tandem providers

Experience tandem flying in the Saanenland and enjoy the view with an experienced pilot. Ideal for beginners who want to try paragliding without any previous experience.