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Description
At an elevation of 2235 meters, this site in Val Gardena, Italy, is occasionally used for paragliding, primarily for soaring. There are many takeoff possibilities near the station, depending on the wind conditions.
When the wind is calm, head along the ridge for a few minutes towards the south and then take off towards the west. Alternatively, with light updrafts from the west, you can start from the gravel hill located to the west and fly along the slope. Be cautious of lee-side conditions when taking off.
This area is generally quiet and free from the hustle and bustle of other flyers, offering a serene experience.
The cable car Wokenstein - Dantercepies (sometimes spelled Danterceppies) provides access to this site. Despite being rarely visited, it offers high-altitude launches for cross-country flights under suitable conditions. The alpine scenery includes the Sella massif to the left, Langkofel in front, and the small and large PIC to the right. You can also observe climbers and via ferrata enthusiasts from above.
Note that the area is unflyable during a north foehn.
Flight Path:
From the launch site, head west, gain some altitude, then continue to the nearby Sella massif.
Difficulty:
Pay attention to the west/east wind systems of the Grödner Joch.
Attention Hang Gliders:
There are no recommended landing spots in the vicinity. While there are a few meadows between ski lifts or at the sports field in St. Ulrich where you could land in an emergency, it is not ideal. The area being marked as 'suitable for hang gliders' is questionable.
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