Paragliding is a recreational extreme sport that is becoming more and more popular here. Thanks to the geographical position and ideal weather conditions, the area offers ten different flying sites that are internationally known by paragliding fans.
Velia is definitely one of them!! It nestles among two large valleys that are excellent for flying over. During the flight, you will be amazed by the beauty of some picturesque neighboring villages, valleys, mountains and historical sites. The take off altitude is at 1543 m/5061 ft above sea level and the take off is made from the ski center on antennas, in order to land on the Louson Valley.
In addition, the site is appropriate for both the amateur and advanced pilot. Favored with amazing Mediterranean climate, Velia welcomes paragliders at any time of the year. Finally, the spot is suitable for long distance flights to all wind directions, as the conditions are ideal to gain height easily.
Experience a flight through the clouds, admiring Lake Garda from up in the sky: a unique sensation and not only for experts! Free-flying enjoys a great deal of success, in recent years, mainly in the Upper Garda - Monte Baldo vicinity. The possibility to take off from the West and the East part of Monte Baldo allows for an extremely safe flight.
Swakopmund is situated in Erogo District, at 361 km/224 mi in the west of Windhoek, Namibia's capital. The spot lies in the Namib Desert, western Namibia giving in the costal edge and facing the south Atlantic Ocean. The spot, an amazing combination of the ocean with desert represents an ideal option for paragliding soaring.
Bad Tölz is located at 52 km/32 mi in the south of Munich in Bavaria and it is the administrative center of the district of Bad Tölz-Wolfratshausen. Blomberg – Bad Tölz ski resort is situated in the vicinity of Bad Tölz.
Queenstown is considered by many sportsmen as the capital of extreme sports and adventure activities. It is situated in Otago region, in the South Island, New Zealand.
Cuba nestles at the crossroads of the Caribbean. Whether you are a nature lover or a culture vulture, it is certain that Cuba will enchant you with its unparalleled beauty. Havana is the capital city of Cuba and the largest one in the Caribbean with many places of historical interest, including castles, museums and cathedrals. The climate here is classified as tropical, with an average temperature of 69.8 °F/ 21 °C in winter and 80.6 °F/ 27 °C in summer.
Novorossiysk is a city situated in the Kray of Krasnodar in Russia. The city is the country’s main port on the Black Sea and the leading Russian port for grain exports.
It's a beautiful day, the sunshine is lighting your face. Suddenly, you hear a noise and a big black cloud is coming close to you. Don't be afraid, it's just a motocross show. It's a dirty game full of adrenaline. The wild instincts are in the air. The passion for this fast angel can clear your mind.
Loutsa (aka Artemis) is situated in east Attica, Greece and is a suburban town about 25 km/16 mi east of Athens, north of Lavrio, northeast of the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and south of Rafina. Artemis or Artemida is located on a plain with some forested mountains to the northwest and a deforested rocky mountain to the south, in a farm setting full of grasslands, some rocks and groves, pine forests and farmlands.
Parnassos is one of the most beautiful mountains of Greece. It's located in central Greece and towers above Delphi. It's a mountain of limestone and according to Greek mythology, it was sacred to Apollo, one of the Olympian gods, son of Zeus and Leto. It was the god of the light and the sun.
Euboea is the second largest island in Greece, located on the eastern coast of Central Greece and is worldwide known for the extraordinary natural phenomenon of the tide's changes, taking place on the Euripus strait.
Athens, the capital city of Greece, is home to an amazing variety of cultural and historical sites attracting many visitors. Also known for its vibrant nightlife, great food, Mediterranean climate and beautiful beaches, Athens and its surrounding districts are among the top destinations for travelers from all over the world.
Mount Parnitha is situated in the North Athens regional unit and is the highest mountain range of Attica. Much of this densely forested mountain is designated a national park, and is a protected habitat for wild birds. Malakasa lies on the northeast side of the Parnitha mountain.
Afrati is a small village in the regional unit of Euboea island in Greece, in the commune of Liladia. It's covered by a large forested area of pine trees. The fresh air, the graphic character and the simplicity of life are some of the treasures of this region. Afrati, which means ''fluffy'' in Greek, took its name after the fact that the soil around the village is fertile and soft for agricultural purposes.
Nea Artaki is located on the island of Euboea, in Greece. It's at 10 km/6 mi away from Chalkida, the capital city and the main port of Euboea. In recent years, the expansion of the two cities has connected Nea Artaki with the urban of Chalkida. The last one, it's known for the castle of Karababa, in the hill of Kanitho and the bridge of Evripos.
