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Paragliding at the Elfer
The Elferbahn takes pilots quickly and comfortably up the mountain. The take-off and landing area are right next to the cable car stations.
The Elfer is very popular both as a training area and for sporty pilots. Here, flight schools offer courses for beginners and advanced pilots. The Stubaital has always been known in the flying scene for great flying conditions and unique thermals.
Do you want to treat yourself to something special?
Enjoy the Stubai mountains from above on a tandem flight:
Information for paragliders and hang gliders
Pilot Guidelines – Please Observe the Following:
- The designated landing site is operated by Elferbahnen.
- Please use only the marked takeoff and landing areas, as well as the designated flight routes. Landing outside the marked landing zone may lead to legal action for trespassing. All pilots must adhere to flight regulations and landing area assignments.
- If a flight ban is announced via the cable car’s loudspeaker system (e.g., due to weather conditions, helicopter operations, etc.), no new flights may be started, and pilots already in the air must initiate their landing approach.
- No liability is assumed for the transportation of flight equipment or for any accidents occurring during takeoff, landing, or flight, nor for damages to third parties.
Flight Area Regulations:
The flight area is located between the lift route and the slope edge (Hennenbichl) on the right. Do not fly over the Hennenbichl into the Pinnistal valley (to the right from the takeoff direction). When valley winds strengthen, a strong jet effect occurs in the Pinnistal, making it impossible to exit the valley.
Flying too far into the village of Neustift is discouraged, as valley winds may prevent a safe approach to the landing site. A left-hand landing pattern with downwind, base, and final approach is required.
Seasonal Regulations:
- During the summer season, students and tandem pilots may use the launch area below the fence, while solo pilots take off from the plateau above the fence.
- In winter, takeoff is only permitted in the designated area. Pilots must respect ski operations. Low-altitude flying along the ski slope is prohibited. Additional takeoff options are available at the Elferhütte.
More info about the flight & protected areas here:
Flight regulations
Flight schools in the Stubaital
The exceptional thermals and the impressive landscape make the Stubai a popular place for paragliders and hang-gliders to ascend. Who can resist the view from above of one of the Seven Summits or other imposing peak formations?
Professionals and newcomers to the sport of flying will be thrilled during an active holiday in the Stubaital. Several flying schools offer taster courses and tandem flights.
