Paragliding Platta Cotschna

Take-off altitude: 2160 m Hike & Fly: No flight logs found. Launch Site: - Orientation: Southeast (SO) - Difficulty: Easy - Terrain: Moderately steep, grassy hill Coordinates: 8.96372926, 46.76234132 Access: - No cable car available. - Hiking time: Approximately 180 minutes. - By car: Drive from Gampliun to Caltgadira, then hike to the launch site. Flight: After take-off, pilots typically aim to connect with the Flims-Fiesch route. Alternatively, you can glide down into the valley and find a landing spot near Trun. There is no official landing site, so aim to land on paths or mowed fields. Be mindful of wildlife protection zones. Valley winds are generally manageable, reaching up to 30 km/h in summer but rarely stronger. However, be cautious as thermal activity can cause turbulence. Avoid flying during Föhn conditions, strong north winds, or general northerly winds. Airspace: - Be aware of the air route over Disentis, with a lower limit at 3950 m. Do not enter this airspace. Wildlife Protection Zones: - Check current information for updates. - Maintain a minimum distance of 300m from the terrain at Piz Ner, Val Frisal, and Frisal. Starting Point: - From Caltgadira, it takes 1-2 hours of hiking to reach one of the launch sites. - Directions: Drive from Campliun to Caltgadira/Trun, then hike to the Platta Cotschna launch site. The launch site is a moderately steep, grassy hill. - Launch altitude options: Approximately 1500m (lower) or 2160m after a two-hour hike. Soaring Conditions: - Soaring is possible on the slopes of Trun with light south winds. Pay attention to the specific warnings mentioned. For more information, visit [ParaglidingEarth](https://www.paraglidingearth.com).