Paragliding Dzikowiec

The Dzikowiec launch site, situated at 800 meters above sea level in the Stone Mountains, is a few kilometers south of Boguszów-Gorce. The main launch area is located at the upper station of the cableway, accessible either by cable railway or on foot via forest trails. Be cautious of cyclists' downhill rallies, which occur frequently. The launch meadow measures approximately 40x40 meters. When approaching from the east, be mindful of the electric traction. After landing, pack your equipment in the northwest corner. The landing area is 900 meters east of the launch site, situated on a meadow at the foot of the mountain, accessible via a dirt road leading from Dzikowiec to Unisław Śląski. Dzikowiec Mountain, standing at 836 meters above sea level, is managed by the Aeroclub of the Wałbrzych Region. The site includes a center for air and winter sports, located in 'Bacówka' under Dzikowiec, offering a buffet and accommodation with amenities such as electricity, heating, toilets, showers, and hot water. Contact the center at 090-338143. A winch is available for flying in calm conditions at Mieroszów or the Świebodzice airfield. The site manager is a first-class instructor in paragliding, hang gliding, powered hang gliding, and powered paragliding. Dzikowiec allows for a wide range of wind directions due to its broad-walled nozzle, with the best wind coming from the northeast (NE 45°). The useful wind range is from 0° to 75°. The elevation difference is 230 meters at the 'bald' area and about 200 meters at the lift. The main launch site is at the upper station of the ski lift, accommodating two wings at a time with ample space for more. Be cautious of the lift cables, especially with northern wind deviations. Avoid launching during lift operations to prevent accidents. The 'bald' launch site, located west of the lift, is more challenging and allows only one wing to launch at a time. It requires a standing start due to the steep slope. The site is accessible by walking straight from the upper lift station, crossing a small pass, and turning right after a few minutes on a flat road. The 'shelf' launch site, located about one-third up the slope on the ski lift route, is suitable for beginners aiming for short glides. Avoid flying here with any wind deviation due to rotor effects. There are two landing sites: one at the lower lift station (Bacówka) and another on a meadow near Unisław Śląski. The Bacówka landing is narrow and requires precision, while the Unisław meadow is spacious but has a low-voltage power line to watch out for. Access to Dzikowiec is possible from Boguszów-Gorce's Kuźnic district or from the Wałbrzych-Mieroszów road. By train, disembark at Boguszów-Gorce Wschód station and follow the described route. By bus, get off at Unisław Śląski and follow the path to the PKP station, then proceed to Bacówka. For more details, visit [Paralotnie Sudety](http://www.paralotnie-sudety.pl/startowiska/opis/dzikowiec/) or [Paralotnie Atomnet](http://www.paralotnie.atomnet.pl/).