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The Stoderzinken is one of the premier flying mountains in the Enns Valley, Austria. Accessible via a toll road, the launch sites are well-frequented and offer excellent cross-country (XC) flying opportunities. Paragliders can reach the launch sites after a 30-minute walk from the Steinerhaus parking area. The launch sites are located near the summit and are easily accessible.
The flying area is exclusively leased by the Sky Club Austria for its flight school operations and club members. For more information, visit [Sky Club Austria](http://www.skyclub-austria.at/de/skyclub/Fluggebiete/Benuetzung-und-Gastpiloten.php).
The region around Gröbming offers fantastic thermal conditions, especially towards the west (Dachstein) and east (Kammspitz, Grimming). The site record is an impressive 202.2 km. For more details, check [Club Stoderzinken](http://www.clubstoderzinken.at).
The launch site at Stoderzinken is ideal for both paragliders and hang gliders. The southern launch (SW-S-SE) is located at approximately 2000 meters above sea level and is a grassy field below the summit, reachable by a 30-minute walk from the Steinerhaus. The area is known for its strong thermals, making it a popular spot for long flights.
In winter, flights below 300 meters above ground level towards the west are prohibited due to wildlife conservation areas. Pilots should be cautious of strong east winds and aim to fly towards the landing place immediately after launch.
For weather updates, the wind information at Stoderzinken summit is broadcast on LPD frequency 433.125 MHz every 4 minutes. General weather data for the region can be found at [wetter.com](http://www.wetter.com).
Before flying, pilots must purchase a start and landing card at the toll station's guesthouse for €3. Unauthorized launches outside the designated areas and winter flights towards the west are prohibited.
For accommodations, the Hotel Schloss Moosheim in Moosheim is a popular choice among pilots. Contact the info office of the flight school at Tel. (03685) 22333 or the hotel directly at Tel. (03685) 232100.
For transportation, take the Tauernautobahn A10 from Salzburg to Villach, exit at Ennstal, and follow the B320 (B146) through Radstadt and Schladming to Gröbming-Winkel. A toll road leads up the mountain. Taxi services are available at Tel. (03685) 23985 or Tel. (0663) 9635232.
For more information on the shuttle service, visit [Sky Club Austria Shuttle](http://www.skyclub-austria.at/html/de/flightpark/gel_stoderzinken.html).
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