Parapente Casa Lavinaras_Plaun Tir

The launch site 'Plaun Tir' is situated at an altitude of 2040-2120 meters and is regularly used for paragliding, with cross-country flights possible. To reach it, you can start from S. Catrina via the mountain trail along the ridge or from Caischavedra, following the Lag Serein trail towards Plaun Tir. The launch site is located at the lower end of the clearly visible snow fences. This site is ideal for thermal flights and can only be used in summer, as it lies within a wildlife protection area during winter. The launch direction is SE-SW. You can reach the site by car, but you need a special permit for the forest road from the Disentis municipality. Typically, groups drive up together, meeting at the landing site before heading up. Disentis is located in the upper part of the Surselva region, near the source of the Rhine. It is a cozy, authentic place, far from the hustle and bustle. The flying area is part of the Flims-Oberalp route, but local thermal and glide flights to Disentis are also enjoyable. There are various launch options around Disentis, some involving a short hike, such as the Lumkanier. Spending your holidays in this area can be worthwhile, both in summer and winter. Lai Alv: The launch is between the mountain station (chairlift) and the restaurant. In winter, the launch site is prepared with a snow groomer. During the flight, you must respect the wildlife protection area. Typically, you fly along the edge of the valley towards Disentis. By the mid-station, you might wonder if you'll ever come down, at least in good weather. Plaun Tir: The local mountain, accessible by bus or off-roader unless you prefer hiking, is recognizable in many OLC files as a lift. The launch areas are not very difficult, suitable even for beginners. Landing is at Hotel Sax; in winter, be mindful of the children's lifts (lift cables). Wildlife protection areas must be respected. With S-wind (even weak), remember that the landing site is to the south. In winter, there are several small children's lifts and many people sledding or children sliding at the landing site. Be aware of the air route over Disentis, with a lower limit at 3950 meters. Do not fly into this airspace. Walk and Fly: The starting point is a beautiful hiking area, especially in autumn. You can also hike up from Sedrun and then fly down or take a short hop from the neighboring village of Mompe Tujetsch towards Disentis. If you have time, you can climb higher from the launch site. Soaring conditions: There are several thermal areas. On the flight to Disentis, the area around Gendusas (lift station) is quite active, but the wildlife protection area must be respected. For more information, visit the local club websites: - [Surselva Flaigers](http://www.surselva-flaigers.ch/club/home.html) - [Vol Liber Grischun](http://www.vol-liber-grischun.ch/) Coordinates: 8.82704016, 46.71640172 The launch site is a moderately steep meadow with blueberry bushes.