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Tandem paragliding in Zell am See

With Falken Air Paragliding Zell am See you will experience a first-class flight with some of the best tandem pilots!

The Schmittenhöhe is one of the best flying mountains in Austria.  Our Tandem professionals enable you to have a safe and unforgettable flying experience in a class of its own.

We have been living our passion for flying for over 20 years. As experienced hosts in tourism, we know what makes a perfect holiday experience!

Give yourself a try: you will be as thrilled as many of our hundred passengers before you!

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Paragliding in Salzburg

Schmittenhöhe

A paragliding flight in Zell am See – Kaprun is one of them most exciting activities of your summer or winter vacation.

The Schmittenhöhe is known far beyond the Austrian borders among paragliders. It's not just the view of Lake Zell, the Hohe Tauern National Park with the Kitzsteinhorn glacier ski area and the surrounding grassy mountains that is unique. The thermal conditions, the starting points and the altitude difference of 1,200 m are also unparalleled.

The updrafts (thermals) are particularly reliable here. Our starting points enable us Takeoffs in almost every direction.

Partner of numerous

Summer and advantage cards

We are partners of the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card, Hochkönig Card, Saalfelden Leogang Card, Maishofen Card, Piesendorf Niedernsill Card, Viehhofen Card, Mittersill+ Card and Bruck Fusch Card.

With all these cards You will receive a discount, which varies depending on the map. Details can be found at the tourist office or in the respective information booklet.

Tandem paragliding

Experienced female pilot

We now have a female pilot on our team. With us, you'll always fly with certified professionals who have logged thousands of hours in the air. Your safety and confidence are our top priority on every paragliding flight!

If you want to fly with a female pilot, please mention this request when booking (comments).

Meeting Point &

Directions

Our meeting point is at the valley station of the Schmittenhöhebahn in Zell am See. If necessary, you can buy a cable car ticket here (not included in the flight price) and off we go together up the mountain.

With the Zell am See-Kaprun Summer Card, your mountain trip is even free of charge.

You will receive the exact address of the meeting point by email immediately after booking.

Paragliding in Zell am See

Process

During the gondola ride we will explain you everything you need to know about your paragliding flight and paragliding. We will take all our time to answer your questions and you fill out the flight ticket, which also includes your insurance.

At the summit we put on our helmet and harness. After running for a few meters we are already flying over the beautiful mountain landscape of Zell am See-Kaprun.

Our

Exclusive service

With Falken Air, you're in the best hands. Everything is perfectly organized from start to finish, and as a memento, you'll receive the popular Falken Air stickers and your golden flight certificate. 

Why Falken Air?

1

Trust & Security

You can rely on us both technically and organizationally
  • No costs in case of bad weather we postpone or cancel
  • Passionate pilots for over 20 years state tested and licensed
  • Full insurance during the flight
2

Maximum experience

experience an unforgettable flight
  • Fly with professionals
    and flight instructors from the region's leading tandem company
  • Control the glider yourself
    during the flight if you like
  • Try some ACTION
    without additional payment
  • Upgrade to longer PLUS flights
    during the flight, so you can decide flexibly
  • We speak several languages
    German, English, Dutch, Italian, Spanish
  • Top photos & videos
    with the latest GoPro action cams
3

thought of everything

An experience from the arrival to the journey home
  • VIP shuttle bus
    from the landing site to the valley station (cable car ticket not included)
  • Souvenir with diploma & sticker
    As a memento of your tandem flight, you will receive the popular golden flying diploma and great stickers.

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5 reasons

Why paraglide in Zell am See?

  • Unique view of the Kitzsteinhorn glacier, Hohe Tauern National Park and Lake Zell
  • big difference in altitude of 1200 meters
  • Launch sites in (almost) all wind directions for safe starts
  • particularly reliable thermals for longer PLUS and SUPERIOR flights
  • Paragliding even in winter!
Fantastic view of the Hohe Tauern and the national park with the Kitzsteinhorn glacier
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Tandem adventure in Austria

Take a look at our appointment calendar and book your desired time & date. All prices and information follow during the booking process.

Give away experiences, not things! With a tandem flight voucher you will delight your loved ones.

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