Best Flying Sites in the Alps (English version)

Best Flying Sites in the Alps – The Ultimate Guidebook

The Complete Site Guide to the Alps for Free-Flight Pilots

Discover the skies of the Alpine region with *Best Flying Sites of the Alps*, a comprehensive and beautifully illustrated hardcover guide by Olivier Guenay.

What's Inside

• Detailed coverage of 110 premier free-flying sites across Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, and France, with over 500 alternative options included for further exploration Cross Country Magazine+11Cross Country Magazine+11ROCK THE OUTDOOR+11Cross Country Magazine.

• Large-format photos, clear illustrated maps, and nearly 300 pages of expertly curated content—your key to mastering Alpine adventure Cross Country Magazine.

• GPS coordinates for official launch and landing zones, along with essential information for each site:

  • Flying tips, XC route suggestions, and safety warnings

  • Accommodation options, directions, and local contacts

  • Suggestions for alternative sports and cultural activities nearby Cross Country Magazine+3Cross Country Magazine+3Cross Country Magazine+3.

Why It Stands Out

This book isn’t just a resource—it’s a springboard. Dive into vibrant visuals, expert guidance, and a beautifully bound format designed for pilots who demand more:

• Hardcore precision (coordinates, XC advice), not guesswork.

• Travel-ready tips (where to stay, how to get there).

• Engaging layout—maps, photos, and a clear structure make flight planning visual and intuitive Cross Country MagazineCross Country Magazine+4ROCK THE OUTDOOR+4Cross Country Magazine+4.

Editor’s Take (Review)

“Each site has at least two pages: launch and landing, hazards, cross-country potential, how to get there, flying schools, weather, tourism info... The layout is simple and polished—and incredibly heavy; this is a coffee-table book, not a pocket guide.”

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Final Word

This guide inspires bold planning and confident flying. Whether you’re exploring Chamonix’s thermals, chasing XC lines in Slovenia, or launching above Annecy, it offers clarity, depth, and inspiration.