BEST PARAGLIDING SITES IN LUXEMBOURG

Kautenbach

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Michelau

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Gringlay

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Gringlay

Gringlay is the premier takeoff site in Luxembourg, frequently used by local paragliders. It offers excellent local soaring opportunities, although cross-country (XC) flights are somewhat limited. The site is highly regarded, but it's important to note that there are no better alternatives in the region. Region: Luxembourg Site record: 33.5 km More information: [Cumulux](http://www.cumulux.lu) Watch flights from Gringlay: - [Flight 1](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaohBF3SsSY) - [Flight 2](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9klAxBn4uzQ) - [Flight 3](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PbftgZ3bN_c) - [Flight 4](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JX5ozUdHBR8) - [Flight 5](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUh22Bqc1_0) Located in the Valley of Sauter near Lipperscheid-Delt, the site has many rules and limited possibilities for XC flights. For more details, visit the [Cumulux Club](http://www.cumulux.lu). Rules for Gringlay: - Each pilot must present a valid pilot license. - Have valid aerial liability insurance. - Use a wing covered by a valid control certificate. - Carry a reserve parachute. - Use a harness with a protector. - Wear an adequate helmet. - Get informed about the site's specifics and dangers from an active club member. The club reserves the right to deny access if these conditions are not met. Flight Directives: - Visit the landing zone before each flight and check weather conditions and wind direction using wind socks. - Respect priority rules: the pilot with the cliff on their right has priority. - Due to the slope size, only 5 pilots can share the airspace simultaneously if conditions limit flying near the cliff. - Maximum flight altitude is 1067 m (3500 ft AMSL). - Begin the landing phase from a height of 100m AGL. - For distance flights, respect the airspace around the site (see attached aeronautical chart). For paragliding school information, visit [ASALux](http://www.asalux.lu). Weather updates can be found at [DWD](www.dwd.de) under the gliding weather report for Saarland and Rheinland Pfalz (Frankfurt). Takeoff/Flight: The wind should come directly up from the valley. Due to the terrain, light side winds (from the West and NW) can create rotors in front of the takeoff point. Pay attention to the terrain drop during the takeoff run. Height restriction is 300 m above the takeoff point. Access: Bourscheid and Lipperscheid-Delt are located across the Sauer Valley. From Höscheid, follow the route to Ettelbrück, then take the exit to Lipperscheid, Bourscheid. Park opposite Hotel Leweck and walk 600 m to the takeoff point. Follow the paved path south to the junction with the 'Gringlay' sign, then take the forest path to the viewpoint overlooking the Sauer loop and Bourscheid Castle. A steep, strenuous climb starts just after the bridge over the Sauer, leading directly to the takeoff point in about 30 minutes. Landing Zone: U Gritt, 220 m, a meadow with a windsock. Special Notes: In stronger winds, an emergency landing field is located on the cow meadow above the Sauer loop and the campsite entrance. In strong thermodynamic winds, top landing is preferable. Approach the landing from the hillside.

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Eppeldorf

This paragliding site in Luxembourg has an elevation of 375 meters and a height difference of 50 meters. It is rarely used and primarily suitable for local soaring. The site record is 10.3 km.

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Bourscheid Burscheid

This paragliding site in Luxembourg has a height of 440 meters and is occasionally used for soaring. It doesn't offer any particularly unique features. The site record for distance is 4.3 km.

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Mechela Michelau

This paragliding site in Luxembourg has a height of 401 meters and a height difference of 180 meters. It is regularly used for soaring. Although it is typically rated lower, the presence of a few good spots around the area makes it more appealing. The site record is 8.0 km.

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Kautenbach

The Kautenbach paragliding site in Luxembourg is frequently used and offers good soaring conditions with limited cross-country potential. It is considered one of the better spots in Luxembourg. The site is managed by the Cumulux Paragliding Club A.s.b.l. Pilots must adhere to several requirements, including presenting a valid FAI pilot license (minimum IPPI 4), having valid aerial liability insurance, using a certified glider, carrying a reserve parachute, using a harness with protection, wearing a suitable helmet, and contacting the club for site-specific information before their first flight. Pilots must also maintain the site's cleanliness and follow access restrictions to protect the natural area. Flight directives include mandatory inspection of the landing zone before each flight, ensuring the wind direction is northwest before takeoff, and avoiding low-altitude flights over the camping area. The maximum flight altitude is 1067 meters (3500 feet MSL). Priority rules must be respected, and only five pilots can share the airspace simultaneously in soaring conditions. The takeoff is a cliff type with a rotor directly behind the ridge. Pilots should inflate their gliders further back towards the southeast and then move towards the ridge for takeoff. Strong winds pose a risk of being lifted off the ground abruptly. Landing is prohibited at the takeoff point but is possible further back towards the southeast if altitude permits. The designated landing area is a large meadow in the valley next to the camping site. Pilots must maintain a safe height and horizontal distance from the camping area and be cautious of turbulence when approaching the landing zone, especially in strong winds. Parking is available along the road near the takeoff area without obstructing traffic and at the entrance of the camping site without hindering circulation. Driving within the camping area is prohibited. Additional guidelines include a ban on motorized gliders and paragliding schools using the site for training. Pilots fly at their own risk, and the Cumulux Paragliding Club assumes no responsibility for accidents or damages. The site communication frequency is PMR 5 (446.05625 MHz). The path to the landing and takeoff areas passes through the village towards Consthum, with a trail on the right leading up to the ridge. For more information, visit the Cumulux Paragliding Club website: [http://cumulux.lu](http://cumulux.lu) Watch a video of the site: [YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dt485bMDHug)

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Diekirch Galgebierg

The paragliding site 'Galgebierg' in Luxembourg is managed by the Cumulux Paragliding Club A.s.b.l. This site is rarely used and is mainly suitable for local soaring and training. Before flying, each pilot must: 1. Present a valid FAI-approved pilot license with a minimum IPPI 4 rating. 2. Have valid aerial liability insurance. 3. Use a glider with a valid inspection certificate. 4. Carry a reserve parachute. 5. Use a harness with a protector. 6. Wear a helmet suitable for free flight. 7. Contact the club and get information about the site's specifics and dangers from an active club member before the first flight. 8. Keep the site clean and take all waste with them. The club reserves the right to deny access if these conditions are not met. Flight directives: 1. Visit the landing zone before each flight, check weather conditions, and observe wind socks. 2. The maximum authorized flight altitude is 1067 meters (3500 feet MSL). 3. Follow priority rules: the pilot with the slope on their right has priority. 4. Club members and "guest card" holders have priority at takeoff. 5. Due to the site's size, only 5 pilots can share the airspace simultaneously in soaring conditions. 6. Respect the airspace around the site for distance flights. Site instructions and specifics: 1. Takeoff is oriented south. 2. For safety, check if military exercises are planned on the grounds north of the takeoff area before the first flight of the day by calling (+352) 26 80 95 55. 3. Do not take photos or videos of the military site. 4. Do not fly over the military site below 150 meters. 5. Respect reserved parking spaces near the guard posts. Landing instructions: 1. Do not land at the takeoff point; landing is possible far back if altitude permits and there is no military activity. 2. The main landing area is the large meadow along the Sûre River upstream of the Gilsdorf bridge. 3. Intermediate landing is possible in the takeoff meadow and certain agricultural areas marked in red on the attached plan. Dangers: 1. Maintain a reasonable height when crossing the road before the main landing. 2. If necessary, land on the plateau and avoid landing in the valley. Parking: 1. Takeoff: Use the communal parking next to the barracks. 2. Main landing: Park near the Gilsdorf bridge or along the road downstream of the bridge. For more information, visit [Cumulux Paragliding Club](http://cumulux.lu) and watch this [YouTube video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyaRNcNY1s4).

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Hofels

The paragliding site at 447 meters in Luxembourg is occasionally used and is exclusive to members of the Cumulux Paragliding Club. This location is primarily suitable for soaring. The site record is 1.6 km, and more details can be found on the Cumulux Paragliding Club's website: http://www.cumulux.lu.

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