Parapente Höxter Brunsberg

The Brunsberg site in Schnaittenbach, Germany, is a popular paragliding location known for its beautiful soaring and thermal flying opportunities. Cross-country flights are also possible here. The take-off area features a clean grass surface, spacious enough for two paragliders to launch simultaneously. Hang gliders have a dedicated ramp. While the short run-up might be a bit challenging for beginners, normal conditions make it quite manageable even for novices. Landing is straightforward with a large field about 500 meters away. However, strong thermal conditions can make it a bit tricky, which is something all pilots should be aware of. The Brunsberg is an east-facing hill that typically becomes active around 2 PM, depending on the season. Soaring is also feasible here. About 200 meters away is the Ziegenberg (south-facing), accessible only from the Brunsberg launch. The evening thermals at Brunsberg are famous, often allowing flights well past 7 PM without any turbulence. The Brunsberg is the home site for the local club and is situated in the scenic Weserbergland. The Ziegenberg offers better thermal conditions, with thermals often forming directly over Höxter and the nearby recreational lakes. For pilots bringing their families, the adjacent recreational area with lakes, a sandy beach, and surfing is a great attraction, especially in summer. Access to the launch site is restricted to authorized vehicles, coordinated at the landing area. Guest pilots are always welcome, and flying operations are also conducted during the week. The launch area is relatively short and steep, unsuitable for south and north winds. Hang gliders have a dedicated ramp. Guest pilots must register at the launch site and pay a fee of €5 (as of 2011). The site is particularly good on thermal days, best with southeast winds. Evening thermals after 7 PM are also quite enjoyable. In winter, soaring with east/southeast winds is pleasant. For more information, visit the Drachen- und Gleitschirmflieger Clubs Höxter website: [DGFC Höxter](http://www.dgfc-hoexter.de) or contact them at info@dgfc-hoexter.de. The stable thermal phase usually starts around 1-2 PM, although good thermal conditions can be present earlier but are often intermittent. Evening thermals can occur due to the wetlands in front of the hill, providing smooth, widespread lift across the valley. However, the window for launching is short due to the calming wind conditions. During the day, increasing winds can pose a risk of being pushed behind the hill. The launch site is in a gully, subject to strong, gusty conditions. Valley winds from the south or north can reach the launch site, causing turbulence. North winds are particularly dangerous due to a higher ridge perpendicular to the airflow, creating rotors. Avoid flying behind the ridge in low altitudes during increasing winds. The Brunsberg is a 300-meter-high hill near Höxter-Godelheim in the Weserbergland. The site features a hang glider ramp and a hillside launch for paragliders, with a height difference of 200 meters. Access to the launch site is via a forest road, restricted to authorized vehicles, coordinated at the landing area. Flying operations are conducted on weekends and holidays, and for club members, also on weekdays. Guest pilots can fly on weekdays only when a club member is present, which is usually the case from midday onwards in good weather. For walk and fly, from the landing field, head left towards the hill, then right through a hollow way, and follow the path left. At a fork, keep right and continue uphill around the hill to the launch site. The hike is moderately difficult, taking about 45 minutes. Avoid shortcuts through the forest to prevent conflicts with hunters and foresters.