Paragliding Guidebook – Northwest France and Overseas Territories

Set out on an adventure with this definitive guidebook— 460 pages dedicated to paragliding sites in northwestern France.

From dynamic flights along the Breton coast to cross-country flights over the plains, including small sites with high potential in central France and the Paris area, this guide describes 141 free-flight sites in the greater northwestern quarter of France.

Looking for a change of scenery? Head to the overseas departments and their 23 locations: tropical forests, turquoise seas, lagoons, turtles, and stingrays await you for unique flying experiences!

Discover stunning, little-known spots. Off the beaten path of paragliding lie some real hidden gems you won't want to miss.

Set sail for the Northwest and treat yourself!

A Complete Guide to Preparing for Your Flights

For each site, you'll find:

• A detailed map of takeoffs and landings

• The required level and type of flight

• Access, Directions, and Elevation Changes

• GPS coordinates

• Guidelines and Tips for Flying Safely

Everything You Need to Know to Choose the Right Website

A summary table of takeoff directions and favorable or unfavorable winds, as well as all useful information on aerology, restrictions, local tips, and cross-country routes.

A reference collection

This guide is part of the first collection of guidebooks listing official free-flight sites in France: 4 volumes and more than 600 sites listed.

Areas covered:

Aisne (02), Allier (03), Ardennes (08), Aube (10), Calvados (14), Cher (18), Côte-d’Or (21), Côtes-d’Armor (22), Creuse (23), Eure (27), Eure-et-Loir (28), Finistère (29), Ille-et-Vilaine (35), Indre (36), Indre-et-Loire (37), Loir-et-Cher (41), Loire (42), Loire-Atlantique (44), Loiret (45), Maine-et-Loire (49), Manche (50), Marne (51), Haute-Marne (52), Mayenne (53), Morbihan (56), Nièvre (58), Nord (59), Oise (60), Orne (61), Pas-de-Calais (62), Saône-et-Loire (71), Sarthe (72), Paris (75), Seine-Maritime (76), Seine-et-Marne (77), Yvelines (78), Deux-Sèvres (79), Somme (80), Vendée (85), Vienne (86), Haute-Vienne (87), Yonne (89), Essonne (91), Hauts-de-Seine (92), Seine-Saint-Denis (93), Val-de-Marne (94), Val-d’Oise (95), Guadeloupe (971), Martinique (972), French Guiana (973), Réunion (974), and Mayotte (976).

The perfect companion for exploring new places, trying out different experiences, and discovering all the wonders of free flight—from the coast of Brittany to the tropical landscapes of overseas territories!