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A paraglider with a yellow canopy soars over the Zillertal in Mayrhofen-Hippach. The alpine landscape shines in summer greenery under a blue sky with a few clouds.

Paragliding & Hang Gliding

Flying in Zillertal

Savour the Mayrhofen-Hippach holiday region from an entirely different vantage point - be it as a solo pilot or tandem passenger with an experienced pilot.  It is possible to fly all year round in Zillertal. Almost all lifts are open in both summer and winter. They close briefly in spring and autumn  for essential maintenance and revision work. Many launch sites can of course be accessed using public transport or or by shared taxis. 

Flying is a skill that needs to be learnt!

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A paragliding student takes off with a blue and white canopy on a green meadow in the holiday region of Mayrhofen-Hippach, Zillertal, Tyrol. Another paraglider is in the air.
© Flugschule Zillertal

Paragliding Training

Would you like to learn the fascinating sport of paragliding? Basic courses & intensive training units are offered from January to November, while paragliding introductory courses are available from March to November.

A hang glider pilot takes off from a green mountain meadow in Mayrhofen, Tyrol, with a red-yellow glider. The Zillertal valley with mountains and villages is in the background. Perfect flying day with a blue sky.
© Zillertaler Flugschule

Hang Gliding Training

From the beginning of March till November, Flugschule Zillertal offers you the possibility to learn the art of hang gliding in a range of courses.  Options range from taster sessions to intensive training courses.

Tandem Paragliding

Paragliding & Hang gliding give you the unique opportunity to discover the Mayrhofen-Hippach holiday region from the skies. Requirements for a tandem flight: Body weight: min 20 kg – max 120 kg Age: at least 4 years old – no max age limit

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Wheelchair-assisted paragliding

Experience freedom in the Zillertal Alps

More Information

  • When can you fly in the Zillertal Valley? Paragliding and hang gliding are possible in Mayrhofen all year round. The best conditions are typically found during stable high-pressure periods in summer and on clear winter days.

  • Who can take part in a paragliding tandem flight? Anyone aged 4 or over can take part. No prior experience is required. As a guideline, body weight should be between 20 kg and 120 kg (please check with the provider for details).

  • Where are the launch sites? A variety of launch sites can be found in Zillertal, most notably on Mount Penken (accessible by cable car) and along the Zillertal High Alpine Road.

  • Are there disabled-friendly flight options? Yes, wheelchair-assisted paragliding is available in Mayrhofen. Specially trained pilots from local flight schools make this experience possible for people with limited mobility.

  • Where can you learn hang-gliding? Flugschule Zillertal offers professional courses from March to November – from introductory sessions to full pilot training.

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