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Col de la Forclaz / Montmin

Magnificent takeoff in front of the lake, but very busy in summer by tandem pilots. From May to September, there is a chargeable barrier to limit the number of vehicles between the pass and take-off. Park in the parking lot and walk 15 minutes or pay 20€ per pass. There is also an official shuttle service from the landing of Doussard (out of season contact the Doussard Parapente club) Best known airfield in the region. In good conditions you have to fight for a starting place. Flight operations are normally controlled by a launch leader. Tandem pilots have priority over all free flyers. Hang-gliders can start on a ramp. As usual in France, you should only go to the start when you are completely hooked in. Afterwards an unforgettable flight over the Lac d'Annecy awaits every pilot. Those who can gain height should feel their way northwards to the narrowest point of the lake. With sufficient height you can now cross the lake to find a thermal connection on the west side again. If you don't succeed in a cross-country flight you can just enjoy the mountain scenery and a nice flight to the landing site. Those who want to fly at Col de la Forclaz can either take the shuttle bus from the landing place in Doussard or from the 2nd turn after the pass height the legs. In about 10 minutes the sporty flyer will be at the take-off point. The challenge is too big for hang-gliders, but they (and of course everyone else) can buy an access card at the town hall of vTalloires for a nominal charge of 10 €, which is rechargeable and does not expire. Then 2,50€ will be charged per ride. Access to the upper parking lot is reserved for shuttles, schools and tandem pilots, and the disabled. As there is no shuttle bus for them, deltas can also access it (payment is made by credit card at an automatic terminal at the barrier just before the terminal ascent). GR 96 tour of Lake Annecy Club Doussard Paragliding tel/whatsapp - 0033 (0)6 17 55 06 89 www.doussardparapente.fr Flyeo Tel: +33 (0)4 50 52 50 13 info@flyeo.com http://www.flyeo.com Altitude 1274m
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Col de Forclaz GS 1

You can get to the restaurant by car. From there, walk a short distance to the large launch site, which is prepared with mats. Altitude difference: approx. 700 m The launch site is large enough for up to 4 gliders to be set up at the same time. The large mats mean that no lines can get caught anywhere. The kite launches are on the left (looking in the direction of launch). There are two ramps, which are also covered with mats. Main takeoff Col de la Forclaz nowadays Big takeoff, artificial turf, crowded, many SIV courses, BiPlace flying Best known airfield in the region. If the conditions are good, you have to fight for a place on the grid. Flight operations are normally controlled by a take-off manager. Tandem pilots have priority over all free pilots. Hang gliders can take off on a ramp. As usual in France, you should not go to the start until you are completely hooked in. Afterwards every pilot can expect an unforgettable flight over the Lac d'Annecy. Who can gain height gropes his way north up to the narrowest point at the lake. With sufficient height the lake can now be crossed to find a thermal connection again on the west side. Whoever does not succeed in a cross-country flight is content with a nice flight to the landing site and simply enjoys the mountain scenery. Those who want to fly at the Col de la Forclaz can either take the shuttle bus from the landing place in Doussard or from the 2nd bend after the pass height the legs. In approx. 10 minutes the sporty airplane is at the starting place. For hang gliders the challenge is too big. vTalloires City Hall offers them (and of course everyone else) an access card for a nominal fee of 10 €, which is rechargeable and does not expire. 2,50€ will be deducted per trip. Tourist Office of Talloires Lac d'Annecy BP 1 F-74290 TALLOIRES Infoline: +33 (0) 450607064 info@talloires.fr http://www.talloires-lac-annecy.com Access by car only for authorized personnel 1- and 2-seater / Training The Great Spaces ZA of Perroix F-74290 Talloires Tel: +33(0)4 50 50 60 79 06 info@parapente-annecy.com http://www.parapente-annecy.com Flyeo Tel: +33 (0)4 50 52 50 50 13 info@flyeo.com http://www.flyeo.com Altitude 1288m
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Col de Forclaz - Montmin (Hang Gliding)

Shuttle is available from the Doussard landing zone. Altitude 1274m
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Col De La Forclaz - Montmin - Coche Cabanne

Delicate take-off in northerly winds (strong rollers) / Overflying the "bout du lac" nature reserve is forbidden all year round for altitudes < 200 m above sea level / No strong southerly wind. Strong southerly winds: refrain from using the H.T. line and the approach road (with your back to the lake). / Slight SW, lake breeze Best known airfield in the region. If the conditions are good, you have to fight for a place on the grid. Flight operations are normally controlled by a take-off manager. Tandem pilots have priority over all free pilots. Hang gliders can take off on a ramp. As usual in France, you should not go to the start until you are completely hooked in. Afterwards every pilot can expect an unforgettable flight over the Lac d'Annecy. Who can gain height gropes his way north up to the narrowest point at the lake. With sufficient height the lake can now be crossed to find a thermal connection again on the west side. Whoever does not succeed in a cross-country flight is content with a nice flight to the landing site and simply enjoys the mountain scenery. Those who want to fly at the Col de la Forclaz can either take the shuttle bus from the landing place in Doussard or from the 2nd bend after the pass height the legs. In approx. 10 minutes the sporty airplane is at the starting place. For hang gliders the challenge is too big. vTalloires City Hall offers them (and of course everyone else) an access card for a nominal fee of 10 €, which is rechargeable and does not expire. 2,50€ will be deducted per trip. Tourist Office of Talloires Lac d'Annecy BP 1 F-74290 TALLOIRES Infoline: +33 (0) 450607064 info@talloires.fr http://www.talloires-lac-annecy.com Map IGN 3431 OT / How to get to Col de la Forclaz: from the pass, after the barrier, take the path on the left, then straight on for about 15 minutes. This is a very passable path through the forest, with a rocky, rock-climbing passage (use your hands if necessary; beware of heavy bags). 1- and 2-seater The Great Spaces ZA of Perroix F-74290 Talloires Tel: +33(0)4 50 50 60 79 06 info@parapente-annecy.com http://www.parapente-annecy.com Flyeo Tel: +33 (0)4 50 52 50 50 13 info@flyeo.com http://www.flyeo.com Altitude 1198m
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Chalet De L'aulp

{CREDITS} => data originally taken from PGE on 27/12 because landing or take-off tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym have been corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions have been translated into French. Altitude 1575m
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Col Du Varo

{CREDITS} => data originally taken from PGE on 27/12 because landing or take-off tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym have been corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions have been translated into French. Altitude 1998m
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Chalet De La Froulaz

{CREDITS} => data originally taken from PGE on 27/12 because landing or take-off tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym have been corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions have been translated into French. Altitude 1497m
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Roche Murraz

{CREDITS} => data originally taken from PGE on 27/12 because landing or take-off tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym have been corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions have been translated into French. Altitude 1676m
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Cret Des Mouches

{CREDITS} => data originally taken from RENEWED_FFVL_C2C on 27/12 because landing or take-off tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym could be corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions could be translated into French. Altitude 2037m
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Col Des Fretes

Altitude 1030m
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Planfait

Planfait is one of the 2 main launches at Lake Annecy, the other being Montmin / Col de Forclaz. Planfait has an altitude difference of approximately 400 m, while Montmin is 800 m. Frequently used by local schools, it can be busy sometimes. There are 3 lanes: 1 for tandems and schools, 1 for solo pilots and 1 mixed, so takeoff is relatively quick even if there are a lot of students who require extra time to launch. Pilots should set up on the grass area beside launch BEFORE laying out on the takeoff area. This speeds up launch for everyone. Thanks! The low-lying Planfait launch site usually offers reliable updrafts from late morning. While the pilots at the Col de Forclac are still struggling with the weak thermals, the upwind bubbles are already bubbling at Planfait. Soaring is also excellent here. In the afternoon, takeoffs are usually no longer possible, as the usually very strong valley wind also reaches the lower slope areas. Tourist Office of Talloires Lac d'Annecy BP 1 F-74290 TALLOIRES Infoline: +33 (0) 450607064 info@talloires.fr http://www.talloires-lac-annecy.com Please read carefully the signs explaining local landing rules. Car takes you to the site. Easy also to walk up from landing site. Ask local for the path in the woods (400m climb) 1- and 2-seater 1- and 2-seater The Great Spaces ZA of Perroix F-74290 Talloires Tel: +33(0)4 50 50 60 79 06 info@parapente-annecy.com http://www.parapente-annecy.com Flyeo Tel: +33 (0)4 50 52 50 50 13 info@flyeo.com http://www.flyeo.com Altitude 950m
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Entrevernes

Tight, technical take-off requiring good technical control. Not suitable for beginners. Can only be used in the morning (downwind of the valley breeze in the afternoon). The only official landing in the Doussard area is at the salle polyvalente. It is forbidden to use the open field near the Lathuile campsite for landing. Very small takeoff in a cu-out of forest, enough for 1-2 wings. Narrow starting position Ideal airfield for morning flights. The launch site is facing southeast. It is steep and only offers space for one umbrella. Aborted takeoffs are difficult. A safe starting technique is an advantage. Landing takes place on the landing site next to the campsite in Lathuile. Tourist Office of Talloires Lac d'Annecy BP 1 F-74290 TALLOIRES Infoline: +33 (0) 450607064 info@talloires.fr http://www.talloires-lac-annecy.com The former landing site at Lathuile, next to the campsite, is strictly FORBIDDEN. 1- and 2-seater 1- and 2-seater The Great Spaces ZA of Perroix F-74290 Talloires Tel: +33(0)4 50 50 60 79 06 info@parapente-annecy.com http://www.parapente-annecy.com Flyeo Tel: +33 (0)4 50 52 50 50 13 info@flyeo.com http://www.flyeo.com Altitude 850m
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Plan De Chouet

{CREDITS} => data originally taken from RENEWED_FFVL_C2C on 27/12 because landing or take-off tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym could be corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions could be translated into French. Altitude 1280m
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Marlens

A stone's throw away from Doussard is the south-facing airfield at Col de Epinne. The terrain is particularly suitable for mornings to noon and reliably produces slope upcurrents that are thermally interspersed. The launch site is a bit narrow and steep. Mutual assistance contributes to a smooth take-off. At the landing site Patrick Berod runs a small aircraft shop with an adjoining restaurant and café. After dinner, the afternoon flying areas Bisanne Nord, Fenetre 7, L´Ebaudiaz, Chamaux, Val Pellouse or Allevard are announced as dessert. (Text Kai Ehrenfried) https://www.dhv.de/medien/archiv/artikel-archiv/fluggebiete/annecy/ 1- and 2-seater 1- and 2-seater Altitude 950m
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Charbon

Grassy take-off on a gentle slope becoming steeper, above the right of the chalet du Charbon Access from the combe d'Ire ( about 2h20 or good walkers 1h10 ) or from Saury ( 3h00 and good walkers 1h45 ) Take off in the morning before 10am generally. Be careful with the dynamics at the exit of the take-off when you pass the tree line on the left. Altitude 1680m
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Montagne de Sulens

Very easy take-off with a very easy landing at Col du Marais, 900 m below. {CREDITS} => data originally taken from RENEWED_FFVL_C2C on 27/12 because landing or take-off tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym could be corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions could be translated into French. perfect take off, with no obstacles Follow the hike up to the "montagne de sullens" Altitude 1742m
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Sarve

A fantastic mountain launch with optional onsite accommodation courtesy of "Gite de la sarve". Hosting available, contact http://gite.sarve.info Only possible to go there by car if you have a 4x4 http://gite.sarve.info Altitude 1448m
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Semnoz - Côté Leschaux

Altitude 1685m
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Col Du Fer

Very nice setting for an easy morning hike or for a cross-country start on the E faces of the Aravis. {CREDITS} => data originally taken from RENEWED_FFVL_C2C on 27/12 because landing or set-up tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym could be corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions could be translated into French. Altitude 1484m
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Semnoz 1

Less frequented airfield for beautiful evening flights with large and simple take-off and landing areas. If the base reaches 2,200 meters MSL, the start at Semnoz promises an unusual start into the last part of the small lake lap. The ambitious pilot tries to fly out about 400 to 500 meters of start elevation after the start in the slope upwind and in the thermals. With this height he sets off for the Roc des Boeufs. The edge is usually already marked by soaring pilots who have just crossed the Lac de Annecy. The onward flight from the Roc des Boeufs to Doussard to the main landing site follows the pattern of the small lake lap. If the pilot heads for the landing site from the airfield Semnoz in Viuz la Chiesaz, there is a bar in the village. This is where you can pass the time until your last flight colleague has landed. (Text Kai Ehrenfried) https://www.dhv.de/medien/archiv/artikel-archiv/fluggebiete/annecy/ Tourist Office of Talloires Lac d'Annecy BP 1 F-74290 TALLOIRES Infoline: +33 (0) 450607064 info@talloires.fr http://www.talloires-lac-annecy.com 1- and 2-seater 1- and 2-seater none The Great Spaces ZA of Perroix F-74290 Talloires Tel: +33(0)4 50 50 60 79 06 info@parapente-annecy.com http://www.parapente-annecy.com Flyeo Tel: +33 (0)4 50 52 50 50 13 info@flyeo.com http://www.flyeo.com Altitude 1685m
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