Paragliding Mittelstafel

At an altitude of approximately 1320 meters, this paragliding site is rarely used. The area is suitable for hike & fly and soaring. You can either start here or hike further up. The launch site at Mittelstafel offers a simple take-off opportunity. You essentially launch into the updraft in front of Kerenzerberg and should be prepared to share the airspace with gliders. Filzbach is located on the high plateau of Kerenzerberg above Lake Walen. The Nüenchamm, at 1903 meters above sea level, is part of the Heidiland tourist region. The flying area is accessible by post bus and lift. However, the valley wind from Kerenzerberg often blows over the ridge, creating rotors and lee-side turbulence. From the top station of the chairlift, various unofficial launch sites can be reached on foot. The farthest is undoubtedly the Nüenchamm. From the top station of the chairlift, you can enjoy a leisurely glide (about 10 minutes) down to the valley. From higher up (Nüenchamm), you can launch southward into the Glarnerland towards Mollis. However, you must be aware of the Mollis control zone once you reach the corresponding altitude. Nüenchamm and Mulleren are historic sites for paragliding in the Glarus region, where early pilots often struggled to reach the valley floor with their old equipment. If you take the longer route towards Nüenchamm (details available via GeoInfo), you have various other launch options, such as high above Kerenzerberg, around the altitude where gliders from Mollis circle (Mittelstafel or further back: Untere Nüen). The marked trail on the hiking map can be shortened if Nüenchamm is your goal. Be aware of power lines if you plan to fly from the top station down to Filzbach. You will need to navigate several high-voltage lines. Vegetation must be carefully considered to avoid significant problems. For soaring, you can comfortably fly around Kerenzerberg or follow the signposts from the top station towards Nüenchamm (keep right) and launch around Mittelstafel (NW direction) or Untere Nüen (W direction).