Paragliding · Grossarl
The essentials
FlyTandem runs this 1.5h to 2h tandem flight over Grossarl at a fixed price of 159 €, open to everyone regardless of experience. The meeting point is the Grossarl cable car in the Großarltal (Skigastein) ski area, which puts you airborne above an Alpine valley with no prior training required. Spoken languages are German and English. Book directly with FlyTandem and confirm weather conditions the day before, as winter paragliding windows in Austria depend on stable alpine forecasts.
The offer
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment of the flight?
The launch off the mountain ridge is the sharpest adrenaline spike. You go from standing still to full airspeed in seconds, with the valley floor dropping away beneath you. After that, the thermal glide is smoother but the exposure to open alpine air stays constant throughout the 1.5h to 2h flight.
Do you need any prior experience to fly?
No. The physicalLevel for this tour is listed as 'Everybody welcome', meaning FlyTandem's certified pilot handles all controls. You are a passenger strapped into a tandem harness the entire time.
Is this a winter-specific flight, and does snow affect the experience?
Yes, the tour title specifies a classic winter tandem flight. Flying over snow-covered peaks and the Großarltal valley gives you a visual contrast you won't get in summer. Wind and visibility conditions still dictate whether the flight goes ahead on any given day.
What languages does the pilot speak during the flight?
The pilot speaks both German and English, so pre-flight safety instructions and in-air communication are covered in either language.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2.5°C | 99.9 mm | Possible |
| February | 0.8°C | 85.5 mm | Possible |
| March | 1.9°C | 132.8 mm | Poor |
| April | 6.2°C | 117.9 mm | Possible |
| May | 9.5°C | 163.4 mm | Poor |
| June | 14.5°C | 184.4 mm | Possible |
| July | 17.4°C | 189.2 mm | Possible |
| August | 17.2°C | 167.4 mm | Possible |
| September | 14.3°C | 111 mm | Possible |
| October | 8.6°C | 89 mm | Possible |
| November | 2.8°C | 106.2 mm | Poor |
| December | -3.2°C | 98.3 mm | Possible |
Practical info
Equipment
Dress in warm, windproof layers suitable for alpine winter temperatures, as the flight lasts up to 2h and altitude will make it colder than ground level. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are required for the takeoff run. No additional gear is needed since FlyTandem provides the harness and helmet.
Getting there
Make your way to the Grossarl cable car station in the Großarltal (Skigastein) ski area, which is the designated meeting point for this flight.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Updated March 2026