Tandem Paragliding Near Grenoble — Fly from Saint-Hilaire
Looking for tandem paragliding near Grenoble? The best launch site in the region isn’t in the city — it’s 30 minutes away. Saint-Hilaire sits on a 900m plateau above the Grésivaudan valley, with four mountain massifs on the horizon and 700m of vertical drop to the landing field below. It’s one of the most flyable sites in the French Alps, and the closest world-class tandem paragliding experience to Grenoble.
Why Saint-Hilaire, Not Grenoble City?
Grenoble itself sits in a valley — which means flying from the city isn’t possible. The paragliding happens above it, from the plateau that surrounds it. Saint-Hilaire is the closest, most accessible, and most reliable launch site for anyone based in or visiting Grenoble.
30 minutes by car from Grenoble centre via the A41 motorway. No mountain driving, no difficult access — just a straightforward trip up to the plateau and straight into the air.
Choose Your Tandem Paragliding Flight
Four flights are available, operated by Prevol Parapente — the school that has been flying above Grenoble from Saint-Hilaire since 1986.
Discovery — €85 · 10 to 15 minutes
The perfect introduction. Your pilot takes off from one of the three launches in calm morning air, glides along the cliffs along the plateau, and brings you in smoothly to the landing at Lumbin. No aerobatics — just the extraordinary feeling of floating above one of the most beautiful valleys in the Alps.
Best for: first-timers, scenic experience, those who prefer calm over intense. When: morning slots — 9h to 11h, and again at 16h45.
Evasion — €105 · 15 to 20 minutes
A step up. Your pilot reads the conditions and tailors the flight to what you want — taking the controls yourself, feeling a gentle manoeuvre, or simply staying up longer when the air is good. The most popular option for visitors coming from Grenoble.
Best for: curious first-timers who want more than a sightseeing glide. When: 11h to 15h45.
Performance — €170 · 40 to 45 minutes
The full alpine experience. Your pilot takes you into the thermals and uses them to stay airborne for a real cross-country flight above the Chartreuse. Views stretch from the Vercors to Belledonne and beyond — this is what paragliding from Grenoble actually looks like at its best.
Best for: those who want to understand how XC flying works. When: 12h15 to 14h45. March to September only.
Kid — €75 · 10 to 15 minutes
Designed for children aged 6 to 12, in calm morning conditions. The pilot adapts the whole experience to your child — whether that means wide-eyed silence or a hundred questions on the way down.
When: morning only — 8h to 10h.
Getting There from Grenoble
Tandem paragliding near Grenoble doesn’t get more straightforward than this.
By car — 30 minutes:
- From Grenoble, take the A41 motorway north
- Exit at junction 24.1 (Saint-Ismier)
- Follow signs for Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet
- Park at the main car park next to the church — 2 minutes walk from the launches
By public transport:
- Bus from Grenoble to Lumbin, Long Prés, then bus line 305 up to the plateau
- Bus runs daily in July/August, weekends April to June
Tandem Paragliding Near Grenoble — FAQ
Is Saint-Hilaire the best place for tandem paragliding near Grenoble? Yes — it’s the closest high-altitude launch site to Grenoble, the most flyable in the region, and operated by a school with nearly 40 years of experience on this exact site. No other site near Grenoble combines accessibility, reliability, and altitude the way Saint-Hilaire does.
How long does the trip take from Grenoble? 30 minutes by car via the A41. Allow a full half-day for the experience — travel up, flight, shuttle back to the launches, and travel back to Grenoble.
Do I need to book in advance? Yes, especially in June and July when slots fill quickly. Booking online is the easiest option — select your flight type and preferred date.
Can I do tandem paragliding as a day trip from Grenoble? Absolutely. Most visitors combine it with lunch on the plateau or a walk along the Chartreuse cliffs. The shuttle between the landing field at Lumbin and the launches runs regularly in summer.
What’s the best flight for a first-timer visiting from Grenoble? The Evasion (€105, 15–20 min) is the most popular choice — long enough to really feel the flight, not so long it’s overwhelming. Discovery is the right call if you prefer calm and scenic over adventurous.
Is tandem paragliding near Grenoble suitable for children? Yes — the Kid flight is designed for ages 6 to 12, with morning slots in the calmest conditions of the day.
Book Your Tandem Paragliding Flight Near Grenoble
Flights are operated by Prevol Parapente at Saint-Hilaire-du-Touvet.