Paragliding School Annecy
Learn to fly solo
Learn to paraglide on one of the world's finest flying sites with our state-certified instructors — all equipment provided
📞 To book a course — call or email us and we'll help you choose the right course for your level.
Contact us →Fly solo over Lake Annecy
Since 1994, Parapente Annecy has been training free-flight pilots on one of the world's most beautiful flying sites. Our paragliding courses in Annecy teach you to fly safely and independently, guided by a team of state-certified instructors who share their passion every day.
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to progress towards your FFVL pilot licence, we offer courses for every level. Small groups of maximum 7 students, professional equipment provided, and exceptional flying sites around Lake Annecy.
💡 Never flown before? Start with a tandem flight to experience the sensations of free flight before committing to a course.
Choose your paragliding course in Annecy
💡 It takes approximately 3 courses to reach the level required for the FFVL pilot licence. For a first course, we recommend the 5-day initiation — it's the most complete way to get started.
A typical 5-day initiation course
All equipment provided — just bring the desire to fly
🎒 What's included in your course
👟 What you bring: closed-toe sports shoes (running or trail), comfortable trousers, windproof jacket, thin gloves, sunglasses. That's all!
30 years of experience training pilots
30 years on the same sites — experience that makes a difference
Since 1994, our instructors have flown every day on the Lake Annecy sites. They know every thermal, every wind variation, every meteorological subtlety. This intimate knowledge of the terrain is a considerable advantage for your learning.
Where do the courses take place?
Courses take place on several sites around Lake Annecy, chosen according to student progression and daily weather conditions.
Your questions about paragliding courses in Annecy
No experience is needed for the initiation course. All you need is to be able to run a few steps at take-off. Courses are available from age 14 with parental consent. No special physical condition is required.
Yes! From the 5-day initiation course, you'll complete your first full flights from the Lake Annecy sites, guided by radio by your instructor from take-off to landing.
The first 2-3 days focus on ground school — wing inflation, short take-offs on a gentle slope. The following days you progress to full flights from Forclaz Pass, Talloires or Semnoz.
Yes, all equipment is provided: certified CEN wing, harness, reserve parachute, helmet and radio. Just bring appropriate clothing — closed-toe shoes, trousers, windproof jacket and thin gloves.
It takes approximately 3 courses to reach the level required for the FFVL pilot licence. The recommended progression is:
1. 5-day initiation course → first full flights
2. Progression course → consolidation and autonomy
3. Advanced course → FFVL pilot licence level
Weather is checked every morning and the programme adjusted to make the most of flying conditions. In bad weather, we use the time for theory sessions.
If more than one day is lost to bad weather, we offer make-up sessions at a later date — at no extra cost.
Call us at +33 4 50 45 60 61, email info@parapente-annecy.fr or use our contact form. We speak English!
We recommend booking in advance — places are limited to 7 students per course and fill up quickly in summer.
🪂 Not ready for a full course yet? Start with a tandem flight to discover the sensations of free flight first.
See our tandem flights →Ready to learn to fly?
Contact us to choose your course and book your place — groups are limited to 7 students. We speak English!
📞 +33 4 50 45 60 61 · info@parapente-annecy.fr · We speak English!