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Paragliding

20 min paragliding flights in and around the Chamonix Valley

Location
Chamonix

Take to the skies. The most exciting and beautiful way to see the breathtaking views - you are guaranteed to leave with memories of a lifetime!

Paragliding (or “parapente” in French) is a "must do" activity in Chamonix!

You will fly in-tandem with one of their qualified parapente pilots and witness some of the most spectacular scenery in the Alps!

Fly from Plan Praz (Brévent ski area)

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