Wings of the Lake

Why choose Ailes Du Lac for your paragliding baptism in Saint-Vincent-les-Forts?

- A free flight site internationally renowned for its aerology and extraordinary beauty.

- First flights adapted to everyone in a magnificent setting with a flight over Lake Serre-Ponçon.

- A low-carbon activity. We meet you directly at our takeoff area and rest at our starting point, no transport necessary before or after the flight. Ideal location for spectators to follow takeoffs and landings nearby.

- A highly experienced team, 12 instructors, 224 years of combined professional experience! That's an average of 19 years of professional experience per pilot, with an average age of 44.

- Gift vouchers valid for two years. Because our business is highly dependent on the weather and sometimes requires several postponements of the activity.

- Guaranteed flight times: With the exceptional aerology of Saint Vincent les Forts, we guarantee our flight times.

- The guarantee of having an available contact person, no reseller, digital platform or other intermediary between you and us.

- Our team offers appointments seven months of the year (from April 15 to October 15).

Our services:

10-minute introductory flight:
Our introductory paragliding flight is perfect for those looking for a gentle first flight experience, with limited duration and altitude. You will be accompanied by a state-certified instructor who will guide you throughout the flight. After takeoff, you will fly over the village of Saint Vincent les Forts and its historic monuments, such as its fort and Vauban tower, before exploring the magnificent landscapes of the Ubaye Valley and Lake Serre-Ponçon. The updrafts will gently carry you along the terrain, offering breathtaking views from the sky. Generally, you will be lucky enough to land right next to the takeoff site, but if conditions do not allow it, you can land on the banks of the lake, where we will pick you up. Book your introductory paragliding flight with our professional instructors now for an unforgettable experience!

20-minute Panoramic Flight:
Discover the joys of paragliding with our best-selling panoramic flight! You'll fly over the charming village of Saint Vincent les Forts, accompanied by an experienced pilot who will take advantage of the air currents to offer you an unforgettable experience. If weather conditions permit, you can even gain altitude and admire a breathtaking panorama of Lake Serre-Ponçon, the Dormillouse and Grand Morgon mountains, as well as the splendid landscapes of the Hautes Alpes and Haute Provence. Join us for an exceptional paragliding flight

Montclar le lac flight:
The Montclar-le-Lac flight is a truly enchanting journey, offering a variety of sumptuous landscapes, from endless mountain ranges to the majestic lake. This experience is a true delight for lovers of beautiful landscapes, lasting approximately 20 minutes.
This morning flight begins at an altitude of 2000 meters, after a chairlift ride to the heights of the Blanche Valley. It first takes you to Saint-Vincent-les-Forts, a hilltop village guarding the entrance to the Ubaye Valley, flying over a magnificent larch forest. Then, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the turquoise waters of Lake Serre-Ponçon before landing on the lake's shores, 1 meters downstream from the departure point. A driver will then return you to your vehicle.
This paragliding flight offers a unique experience to discover the landscapes of the region in a different and unforgettable way.

45-minute flight:
Here Mother Nature reigns supreme, we make the most of the day's conditions to take you as far and high as possible.
Departing from Saint-Vincent les Forts, we can reach the Grand Morgon (2324m) to the north, crossing the lake to admire a unique mineral cirque. At the summit, a breathtaking 360° view is offered to us over the Hautes-Alpes and the Alpes de Haute-Provence, as well as the Durance and Ubaye valleys. By choosing another flight option, we can reach the summit of the Montclar resort: Dormillouse (2500m) and its famous Vauban fort, between the Ubaye valley and the Blanche valley. With our aircraft, you can explore places inaccessible on foot and live a unique experience.

2-hour Prestige Flight:
The Prestige Flight is similar to an aerial hike through the majestic mountains of the Southern Alps, where paragliding is used as a means of moving from one mountain to another, from one valley to another. Thanks to the analysis and optimal use of updrafts, breezes, and the day's wind, you will cover significant distances and thus enjoy a wide variety of landscapes in our region. A true navigation of the sky, you will set off on a cruise through the skies of the Hautes Alpes and the Alpes de Haute Provence. The Holy Grail of our activity!

For students over the age of 3