Paragliding · Brig
How to choose
All 3 flights launch from the Aletsch Region and land at 165 CHF, with a 0.20 CHF gap between operators. Airvolution runs both a winter-specific flight (1.5h) and a summer option (1.5h to 2h), giving you a longer window in the air when thermals are strongest between May and September. If you're flying in winter and want a tighter schedule, the dedicated 1.5h winter flight from Airvolution is the cleanest pick. For a glacier-focused experience, Flug Taxi launches from Fiesch, putting you directly above the Aletsch Glacier, the longest glacier in the Alps. All three flights are open to everyone, no experience required, and guides speak German, English and French.
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Tandem paragliding over the Aletsch Glacier from Brig, Switzerland
Flug Taxi launches from Fiesch, placing you directly over the Aletsch Glacier for up to 2 hours at 165.52 CHF.
Winter Tandem paragliding flight over the Aletsch Region from Brig, Switzerland
Airvolution's summer flight runs 1.5h to 2h, is open to everyone and costs 165.32 CHF with guides in three languages.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment of the flight?
The launch is the sharpest spike: you go from standing still to soaring in under 10 seconds. After that, the thermal columns above the Aletsch Glacier can produce sudden lifts and turns that catch first-timers off guard.
Do you need to be fit to do this?
No. All three tours are rated 'Everybody welcome', meaning there are no specific fitness or experience requirements. You run a few steps on takeoff and your pilot handles everything else.
What's the difference between flying in winter and summer?
Summer flights (May to September) run up to 2 hours and benefit from stronger thermals, which means more altitude and more time above the glacier. The winter flight is capped at 1.5 hours and offers a very different visual, with snow-covered peaks and fewer other gliders in the air.
Which flight puts you closest to the Aletsch Glacier?
The Flug Taxi flight departs from Fiesch, which is positioned right at the edge of the glacier. That launch point gives you the most direct view of the ice corridor from the air.
How early should you book?
Summer slots between June and August fill up fast. Book at least 2 to 3 weeks in advance for a weekend flight. Winter flights have more availability but can still sell out during school holiday periods.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -7.7°C | 118.4 mm | Poor |
| February | -5.3°C | 111.1 mm | Poor |
| March | -4.5°C | 129.7 mm | Poor |
| April | 0.1°C | 135 mm | Poor |
| May | 3.2°C | 141.7 mm | Poor |
| June | 8.2°C | 116.1 mm | Possible |
| July | 12.7°C | 142.8 mm | Possible |
| August | 12.2°C | 150.1 mm | Possible |
| September | 8.9°C | 132.3 mm | Possible |
| October | 2.8°C | 132.9 mm | Poor |
| November | -3.3°C | 143.3 mm | Poor |
| December | -8.4°C | 91.2 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
All flights are open to all levels, so no gear is provided by you. Wear warm, windproof layers even in summer, temperatures drop fast at altitude above the Aletsch Region, and closed-toe shoes with ankle support are required for the running takeoff.
Getting there
Meet Airvolution at Gewerbestrasse 7, 3911 Ried-Brig (a short drive from Brig train station), or head to Flug Taxi at Fieschertalstrasse 57, 3984 Fiesch, reachable directly by the MGB mountain railway from Brig.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Other activities in Brig
Updated March 2026