Parapente Belo Horizonte Serra da Moeda

Serra da Moeda - Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil Altitude: 1450 meters / 4756 feet Vertical Drop: 580 meters / 1902.4 feet Wind Directions: E|NE|NW|W WayPoint: S 20°11' 701' W 043° 58' 753' Access: Located 35 km from Belo Horizonte via BR-040, after the Ouro Preto roundabout. The road is paved up to the ramp. From the road, you can see the “Topo do Mundo” restaurant and cell phone antennas, which mark the take-off spot. Take-off: The site features several steep natural ramps, allowing take-offs in two directions: East towards Moedinha and West towards Moedão. Simultaneous take-offs are possible. Landing: Multiple landing areas are available for both ramps, with the most popular being Pouso do Genésio and Pouso do Japonês. Best Season: From September to December. Official Club: CVLBH - Clube de Vôo Belo Horizonte Advantages: Easy access to the ramp, strong thermals with an average ceiling of 1500 meters (5000 feet) above the ramp. XC flights are possible with over 30 km (18 miles) of lift along the mountain ridge. Easy retrieval. Disadvantages: Extreme conditions with strong winds, not recommended for inexperienced pilots at certain times. CB formations are common from December to March. General Info: Good infrastructure with hotels and restaurants nearby. Recommended accommodations include Hotel Classic and restaurants Mania Radical and Topo do Mundo. Records: Paragliding record by Luciano Henrique, 270.2 km, set in August 2008. For more information, visit: - [Guia 4 Ventos](http://www.guia4ventos.com.br/rampas-do-brasil/36-rampas-de-voo-livre-mg/247-serra-da-moeda-belo-horizonte-mg-) - [YouTube Video]( )