Paragliding · Zurich
How to choose
Two options, one operator, a price gap of nearly 1,900 CHF: the choice is straightforward once you know what each delivers. The Paragliding Taster Course at 132.25 CHF runs a full day and puts you in the air with an instructor handling the controls. It's the entry point, no commitment beyond the day. The Paragliding Licence Course at 2,038.93 CHF spans more than a week and takes you from passenger to solo pilot, covering ground school, launches and landings on Lake Zurich's slopes above Horgen. Both run through Magiclift at the same physical level, so the question is simple: fly once or fly forever.
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Paragliding Taster Course near Zurich
A full day in the air for 132.25 CHF, no prior experience required and no long-term commitment.
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Paragliding Licence Course near Zurich
The licence course at 2,038.93 CHF turns you into an autonomous pilot over more than a week of structured training.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment during the taster course?
Do you need to be afraid of heights to reconsider booking?
When is the best time to fly near Zurich?
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Can the licence course be completed in one block or split across weekends?
Practical info
Season
May – September
Coordinates
47.3857°N, 8.6831°EEquipment
Both courses are rated 'Occasionally sporty', so wear flexible, layered clothing and sturdy laced shoes with ankle support. For the full-day taster, pack sun protection and a windproof mid-layer since temperatures drop noticeably at altitude above Lake Zurich.
Getting there
Both courses meet at Bergstrasse 68, 8810 Horgen, reachable by S-Bahn from Zurich main station in under 20 minutes on the S8 line.
See also
Other activities in Zurich
Updated on 3 March 2026