Tandem Paragliding Over Mont Blanc from Chamonix — Planpraz Flights
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required—able to run a few steps at takeoff and capable of standing for pre-flight briefing
Overview
Launch from Planpraz and hang suspended in the face of Mont Blanc—tandem paragliding in Chamonix pairs easy accessibility with alpine drama. Read on for what to expect in the air, local context, and practical tips to prepare for your flight.
Tandem Paragliding Over Mont Blanc from Chamonix — Planpraz Flights
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The valley smells of pine and engine oil as the cable car climbs, and the mountains rearrange themselves—closer, sharper, alive. At Planpraz you step out into a wind that already knows your name, a sharp, cold presence that will lift you rather than push. Your pilot checks the harness with a practiced calm; the wing blooms above like a bright gull ready to take both of you over the Chamonix bowl and straight toward the white crown of Mont Blanc.
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Adventure Tips
Arrive 15 minutes early
Meet at the Planpraz cable car station and purchase a lift ticket in advance to avoid delays—pilots often launch from the intermediate station.
Footwear and layers
Wear sturdy sports shoes and a windproof jacket; temperatures drop quickly above the valley and a secure fit matters during takeoff.
Secure loose items
Use a chest-mounted camera or wrist strap—loose phones and hats can be lost in a thermal.
Check weight and health limits
Operators will ask weight and medical questions for safety—answer honestly and disclose any concerns before flying.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Alpine choughs often wheel below launch sites, curious about human gliders.
- Marmots inhabit higher meadows and may whistle from stone crevices in summer.
History
Chamonix is foundational to modern alpinism; the first recorded ascent of Mont Blanc in 1786 made the valley a hub for mountain science and tourism.
Conservation
Operators work under local regulations to minimize disturbance to nesting birds and fragile alpine meadows; stick to marked access routes and avoid trampling vegetation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Windproof jacket
Keeps you warm and blocks alpine gusts during flight and while waiting at elevation.
Sturdy sports shoes
Provide traction for the short running takeoff and on rocky launch areas.
Sunglasses with strap
Protects eyes from glare and remains secure in wind.
summer specific
Action camera or phone with wrist strap
Captures the flight—secure mounting prevents loss in flight.