Paragliding · Courchevel, Les Trois Vallées
The essentials
One offer, one launch point: Col de la Loze above Courchevel 1850 and Méribel. At 115 €, FBI Parapente's 1h tandem flight is the sharpest entry point in Les Trois Vallées, with guides speaking German, Spanish, French and English. It suits anyone looking for a clean, accessible high-altitude flight over the Trois Vallées without needing prior experience.
The offer
Frequently asked questions
What is the most intense moment of a tandem paragliding flight here?
The launch from Col de la Loze is the sharpest spike: you run a few steps and the ground simply disappears beneath you. After that, the pilot can throw in wing-overs or tight spirals on request, which compress your body into the harness and spike your heart rate hard.
Do you need to be afraid of heights to enjoy this?
The tour lists “Everybody welcome” as the physical level, so no prior experience or fitness threshold is required. That said, you will be suspended several hundred metres above an Alpine valley, which is a real sensation, not a simulation. Most first-timers describe the first 30 seconds as the hardest part.
What languages are available for the flight?
The 115 € flight with FBI Parapente is guided in four languages: English, French, German and Spanish.
How long is the tandem flight from Col de la Loze?
The tandem flight with FBI Parapente lasts 1h and departs directly from Col de la Loze above Courchevel and Méribel.
When is the best time to fly paragliding in Courchevel?
The season runs May through September. Thermal conditions are strongest in June, July and August, which typically means more dynamic flights with better lift. Early May and late September offer calmer air, which suits first-timers who want a smoother ride over the Trois Vallées.
Guides & Resources
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Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4.5 °C | 174.1 mm | Poor |
| February | -2.2 °C | 138.5 mm | Poor |
| March | -1.8 °C | 150.1 mm | Poor |
| April | 2.7 °C | 152.2 mm | Poor |
| May | 6.1 °C | 136.7 mm | Possible |
| June | 10.9 °C | 134.5 mm | Possible |
| July | 15.6 °C | 116.8 mm | Good |
| August | 15.6 °C | 94.8 mm | Good |
| September | 12 °C | 99 mm | Good |
| October | 6.2 °C | 119.2 mm | Possible |
| November | -0.5 °C | 173.1 mm | Poor |
| December | -5.2 °C | 93.9 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
The tour is open to everyone regardless of fitness level, so no specific gear is required. Wear warm, wind-resistant layers and proper mountain footwear since the launch at Col de la Loze sits at high altitude even in summer.
Getting there
The flight launches from Col de la Loze (5862 Rte du Col de la Loze, 73120 Courchevel). From Courchevel 1850, take the Chenus gondola, ski the Arolles slope, then the Dou des Lanches chairlift to reach the FBI Parapente stand in front of the arrival. From Méribel, take the Rhodos gondola, ski the green slope of the Altiport, then the Loze Express chairlift to the FBI Parapente stand in front of the 1928 restaurant.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Other activities in Courchevel, Les Trois Vallées
Updated September 2026