REAL EXPERIENCES
Paragliding in the Region Seefeld – Tirols Hochplateau
Paragliding in the Region Seefeld – Tirols Hochplateau offers exceptional views of the Tyrolean Alps. Whether on a tandem flight with experienced pilots or during a hike-and-fly tour, you glide over meadows, forests and mountain peaks from the high plateau. Launch sites such as Seefelder Joch and Härmelekopf make the region a popular area for paragliding.
Discover the Region from Above
Tandem Flights
Anyone looking to experience the Region Seefeld from a bird’s-eye view is in good hands with the local flight schools. Together with experienced professionals, flights start from the Rosshütte – depending on thermal conditions either from the Härmelekopf or the Seefelder Joch – descending into the valley from around 2,060 metres.
Wide-ranging views extend as far as the Zugspitze and towards Italy. No prior experience is required.
Good to know:
- no previous experience required
- minimum weight: 20 kg
- no upper age limit
- sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing recommended
The moment of take-off – when the lines tighten and you lift off – remains a truly memorable holiday experience.
For Beginners and Experienced Paragliders
Hike & Fly
The Region Seefeld – Tirols Hochplateau offers suitable flying opportunities ranging from first practice flights to more challenging hike-and-fly tours.
Legal Framework & Airspace
- Free flying is generally permitted on the Seefeld Plateau. The only exception is the Karwendel Nature Park. Further information can be found here.
- The Seefeld Plateau is also located close to the controlled airspace of the Inn Valley. Valley flights and valley crossings are therefore not permitted.
For Beginners
The gentle slopes of the Seefeld local mountain, the Gschwandtkopf, are ideal for first practice flights. The cable car can be used as a convenient ascent aid.
For Experienced Paragliders
The Rosshütte is a central starting point for paragliders in the region. Thanks to the funicular railway and the Härmelekopf cable car, the launch sites are easy to reach. Depending on weather and wind conditions, take-off takes place either from the Seefelder Joch (2,060 m) or the Härmelekopf (2,050 m).
In northerly winds, turbulent launch conditions may occur. Extra caution is required in the landing area due to cable car ropes and high-voltage power lines.
Wetterstein Mountains & Gaistal
The Wetterstein Mountains and the Gaistal are popular areas for hike-and-fly tours, offering multiple launch sites and panoramic views of the Zugspitze and the Hochwanner.
NATURE & SAFETY
Important Rules of Conduct
The following rules apply to paragliders, hang gliders and glider pilots:
- Take-offs and landings are only permitted at designated launch and landing sites (except in emergency situations)
- Special protected areas – especially within the Karwendel Nature Park – must not be flown over
- Avoid flying close to breeding sites and wildlife
- Avoid low-level flights and flying with less than 300 metres distance from the ground whenever possible
- Do not suddenly appear over ridges or terrain edges
- Avoid flying during the breeding season (February to July) and during twilight hours
- The Seefeld Plateau lies close to the controlled airspace of the Inn Valley – valley flights and valley crossings are not permitted
