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Launch from a ridge above St. Moritz and glide 15–20 minutes over the Engadine valley. This guided tandem flight pairs minimal hiking with panoramic alpine views and an optional photo/video package.
Launch from a ridge above St. Moritz and glide 15–20 minutes over the Engadine valley. This guided tandem flight pairs minimal hiking with panoramic alpine views and an optional photo/video package.
Standing on a sun-warmed alpine shelf above St. Moritz, the valley opens like a living map: frozen lakes in winter, glass-blue basins in summer, ridgelines that dare you to step forward. The pilot tightens the harness, runs through the lines, and with a few brisk steps you and the wing lift into the clean Engadine air. For 15–20 minutes the valley unfolds beneath you — villages, braided rivers, and the serrated teeth of the Bernina range — while the pilot trims the glider and offers brief hands-on control if you want it.
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Operated by St. Moritz Paragliding · St. Moritz, Graubünden
Standing on a sun-warmed alpine shelf above St. Moritz, the valley opens like a living map: frozen lakes in winter, glass-blue basins in summer, ridgelines that dare you to step forward. The pilot tightens the harness, runs through the lines, and with a few brisk steps you and the wing lift into the clean Engadine air. For 15–20 minutes the valley unfolds beneath you — villages, braided rivers, and the serrated teeth of the Bernina range — while the pilot trims the glider and offers brief hands-on control if you want it.
The Engadine valley has long been shaped by ice and tourism. Glacial carving left broad flats and steep walls; by the late 19th century St. Moritz had already become a magnet for alpine sport. Today paragliding sits alongside skiing and hiking as a way to read the landscape from above, framed by geology that alternates mica schist ridges and glacially smoothed basins.
Practical guidance: expect a short uphill approach to the takeoff point and a simple run at launch — minimal fitness is required but sturdy shoes matter. The full experience, including briefing, rigging, flight and landing, takes about an hour. Weather drives operations; flights are typically canceled in strong winds or poor visibility. Helmets and gloves are provided; bring a windproof layer and sunglasses. Ask about the photo/video package if you want in-flight footage delivered by download.
Landing is straightforward and supervised; be ready to take a couple of steps with your pilot. Book mid-morning for stable thermals, and remember to respect alpine pastures and wildlife — from above, the mountains feel alive and expectant.
moderate.
1 hour.
Suitable for most people who can walk a short uphill approach and run a few steps at launch; minimal endurance required.
The in-air portion is typically 15–20 minutes; the full appointment including briefing and transit is about one hour.
Operators usually set weight limits for safety and will ask for weight and age at booking—check with the provider for exact restrictions.
Flights are canceled or rescheduled in strong winds, heavy precipitation, or low visibility; refunds or rebookings follow the vendor's cancellation policy.
Tandem flights are flown by a pilot, but experienced pilots often allow passengers brief control under supervision.
St. Moritz grew as a winter and alpine resort in the late 19th century, drawing early tourists and athletes who shaped modern mountain recreation.
Operators work within local environmental rules; stick to marked approaches, avoid disturbing grazing areas, and minimize noise and litter to protect fragile alpine meadows.
St. Moritz Paragliding operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Standing on a sun-warmed alpine shelf above St. Moritz, the valley opens like a living map: frozen lakes in winter, glass-blue basins in summer, ridgelines that dare you to step forward. The pilot tightens the harness, runs through the lines, and with a few brisk steps you and the wing lift into the clean Engadine air. For 15–20 minutes the valley unfolds beneath you — villages, braided rivers, and the serrated teeth of the Bernina range — while the pilot trims the glider and offers brief hands-on control if you want it.
Standing on a sun-warmed alpine shelf above St. Moritz, the valley opens like a living map: frozen lakes in winter, glass-blue basins in summer, ridgelines that dare you to step forward. The pilot tightens the harness, runs through the lines, and with a few brisk steps you and the wing lift into the clean Engadine air. For 15–20 minutes the valley unfolds beneath you — villages, braided rivers, and the serrated teeth of the Bernina range — while the pilot trims the glider and offers brief hands-on control if you want it.
The Engadine valley has long been shaped by ice and tourism. Glacial carving left broad flats and steep walls; by the late 19th century St. Moritz had already become a magnet for alpine sport. Today paragliding sits alongside skiing and hiking as a way to read the landscape from above, framed by geology that alternates mica schist ridges and glacially smoothed basins.
Practical guidance: expect a short uphill approach to the takeoff point and a simple run at launch — minimal fitness is required but sturdy shoes matter. The full experience, including briefing, rigging, flight and landing, takes about an hour. Weather drives operations; flights are typically canceled in strong winds or poor visibility. Helmets and gloves are provided; bring a windproof layer and sunglasses. Ask about the photo/video package if you want in-flight footage delivered by download.
Landing is straightforward and supervised; be ready to take a couple of steps with your pilot. Book mid-morning for stable thermals, and remember to respect alpine pastures and wildlife — from above, the mountains feel alive and expectant.