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Paragliding above the authentic mountain landscape of South Tyrol
📍 Meeting point: Kuppelwies cable car
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Paragliding & tandem flights at Schwemmalm in Val d’Ultimo near Merano – your flying experience in South Tyrol.
Paragliding above the authentic mountain landscape of South Tyrol
Experience an unforgettable tandem flight at Schwemmalm in Val d’Ultimo – one of the most beautiful and peaceful flight areas in South Tyrol. High above alpine meadows, mountain lakes, and the peaks of the Ortler Alps, you’ll enjoy a unique panorama far away from mass tourism.
With Alivo Flying, you take off directly in the high-alpine terrain of Schwemmalm and glide together with your state-certified tandem pilot above the unspoiled Val d’Ultimo. Calm air conditions, wide-open views, and impressive altitude differences make this flight area ideal for relaxing panoramic flights and extended thermal adventures.
Why go tandem paragliding at Schwemmalm?
Schwemmalm is one of the most versatile paragliding areas in South Tyrol:
High-alpine take-off site with wide panoramic views
Peaceful flying area away from major tourist centers
Long flight times thanks to stable thermals
Breathtaking views over Val d’Ultimo and the Ortler mountain group
Perfect for leisure flyers and true flying enthusiasts
Thanks to its unique location, especially calm and steady flying conditions often develop here – ideal for relaxed gliding flights or extended thermal experiences.
Why fly with Alivo Flying at Schwemmalm?
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State-certified tandem pilots
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Personal guidance without mass processing
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Many years of flying experience in South Tyrol
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Individual flight planning depending on weather conditions
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Maximum safety and modern equipment
Each tandem flight is individually tailored to ensure your flying experience perfectly matches your wishes.
Which tandem flights are available at Schwemmalm?
🌄 Panoramic flight at Schwemmalm
The ideal flight for anyone who wants to experience Val d’Ultimo from above in a relaxed way. Enjoy smooth gliding over alpine meadows, forests, and the impressive mountain landscape of South Tyrol.
☀️ Thermal flight at Schwemmalm
Use rising air currents to gain altitude and stay in the air significantly longer. Perfect for those who want a more intense paragliding experience.
🏔 Cross-country flight at Schwemmalm
The sporty version of tandem flying. Depending on the conditions, we fly longer distances along the mountain ridges – a true feeling of freedom above the Alps.
👉 You can find all prices & flight durations on our page → Tandem flight prices
👉 Frequently asked questions about tandem flights at Schwemmalm
Where does the tandem flight at Schwemmalm start?
The take-off site is located in the Schwemmalm area above Val d’Ultimo. Depending on wind conditions, we select the optimal official launch site.
Do I need prior experience?
No. After a short briefing, you only need to take a few steps during take-off – your experienced tandem pilot takes care of everything else.
When is the best time to fly?
A tandem flight at Schwemmalm is possible almost year-round. From spring to autumn, stable conditions provide ideal opportunities for relaxed panoramic flights over Val d’Ultimo. In winter, a very special highlight awaits you: take-off takes place at Mutegg at 2,650 meters altitude – a spectacular tandem flight above the snow-covered mountain landscape with exceptional long-distance views. Flights are always conducted depending on weather and wind conditions to ensure maximum safety.
Meeting point & procedure of your tandem flight
The meeting point is in Val d’Ultimo near the Schwemmalm cable car. Together, we drive to the take-off site, where you will receive a short briefing. After just a few steps, you take off and experience South Tyrol from a completely new perspective.
Our additional flight areas in South Tyrol
In addition to tandem flights at Hirzer near Merano, you can also take off in other impressive flight areas across South Tyrol. Each location offers unique landscapes, different thermal conditions, and its own distinctive flying experience:
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Tandem flight at Unterstell in Naturno – ideal for beginners
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Tandem flight at Vigiljoch near Lana – sunny panoramic flying area overlooking Merano and the Adige Valley
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Tandem flight at Hirzer near Schenna – versatile thermal flying area
This way, you can choose the flight area that best matches your personal paragliding adventure in South Tyrol.
Ready for your adventure in Val d’Ultimo?
Experience the South Tyrolean mountain landscape from a bird’s-eye view – peaceful, intense, and unforgettable.