Paragliding · Zillertal
How to choose
10 tandem flights across the Zillertal, from 90 € to 320 €, with durations ranging from 45 min to 1.5h. Three clear tiers: budget entry points (90–120 €) suit first-timers with "Everybody welcome" physical levels and cover launches above Fügen, Mayrhofen and Wildschönau. Mid-range flights (130 €) extend airtime to 1h–1.5h and include operators like Fly2095 Paragliding flying out of Mayrhofen. Premium options (250–320 €) from TandemProfis push into glacier territory, including a full distance flight from the Hintertux Glacier down to Mayrhofen at 320 €. All tours are marked "Occasionally sporty" or open to everyone, so physical fitness is not the deciding factor. Your call comes down to one question: do you want a standard valley flight or a glacier crossing?
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Our picks
Paragliding tandem flight above Zillertal
At 90 €, TandemProfis' standard tandem flight is the lowest entry price in the Zillertal lineup, with up to 1.5h of airtime included.
Tandem paragliding distance flight from Hintertux Glacier to Mayrhofen
TandemProfis' glacier-to-valley distance flight at 320 € launches from Hintertux Glacier and covers the full Zillertal corridor in 1.5h, the longest and highest-altitude option available.
Tandem Paragliding Flight in Wildschönau, Zillertal
Stocky Air's summer flight in Fügen costs 120 €, is rated "Everybody welcome", and departs directly from the bottom station of the Spieljochbahn for zero logistical stress.
Tandem paragliding glacier flight near Zillertal
TandemProfis' glacier flight at 250 € delivers high-altitude views from the ice in a 1.5h session, at 70 € less than the full distance option.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense paragliding experience available in the Zillertal?
The distance flight from Hintertux Glacier to Mayrhofen at 320 € is the peak experience. You launch from a glacier and cover the full length of the valley in a 1.5h flight, with altitude gain that no standard takeoff can match.
Do I need any previous experience to fly?
No. The majority of tours are rated "Everybody welcome", and even the "Occasionally sporty" options require no prior training. You fly as a passenger strapped to a certified tandem pilot.
How long does a typical tandem flight last?
Most flights run between 45 min and 1.5h depending on the tour. Entry-level options over Fügen start at 45 min, while glacier flights consistently clock 1.5h in the air.
What's the scariest moment during a tandem paragliding flight?
The launch. You run off a mountain slope and within a few strides you're airborne. The first 30 seconds of ascent, before the glider fully stabilizes, is where most passengers feel the strongest adrenaline spike.
When is the best season to fly in the Zillertal?
May through September is the main season for summer flights. Winter tandem options are also available in Fügen and Mayrhofen for those who want a snow-covered valley backdrop.
Do all pilots speak English?
Almost all do. Every operator in this listing offers flights in English. Stocky Air also flies in Spanish, which is useful for non-English or non-German speakers.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6.7°C | 104.1 mm | Poor |
| February | -3.6°C | 95.2 mm | Possible |
| March | -2.5°C | 137.8 mm | Poor |
| April | 1.9°C | 149.1 mm | Poor |
| May | 4.7°C | 163.6 mm | Poor |
| June | 9.6°C | 192.6 mm | Poor |
| July | 12.9°C | 238 mm | Poor |
| August | 12.7°C | 179.9 mm | Possible |
| September | 10.2°C | 120.3 mm | Possible |
| October | 4.4°C | 97.9 mm | Possible |
| November | -1.5°C | 102.5 mm | Poor |
| December | -7.8°C | 105.7 mm | Poor |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear warm, close-fitting layers even in summer: temperatures drop sharply at launch altitude in the Zillertal Alps. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are mandatory, and flights lasting up to 1.5h mean sun protection on your face and hands is worth the extra minute to apply.
Getting there
Most meeting points are in or around Mayrhofen, Fügen and Schwendau, all reachable via the Zillertalbahn train from Jenbach, which connects to the main Innsbruck rail hub roughly 40 km west.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Other activities in Zillertal
Updated March 2026