Directions Paragliding on Lake Chiemsee Flight areas & meeting points

Your guide to the Chiemgau paragliding flight area

This is what awaits you in the Chiemgau Alps

Plan your journey to Chiemgau and start your adventure with a tandem paragliding flight! Enjoy spectacular views of the Chiemgau Alps during a Kampenwand hike or a Hochfelln hike. With the experience of our tandem pilots, you have the chance to discover the unique landscape of the Chiemgau Alps from a bird’s eye view and experience a feeling of real freedom. Discover the feeling of real freedom and experience paragliding in one of the most beautiful holiday regions in Bavaria.

The Chiemgau vacation region in the Alps with the respective paragliding areas is located in the south of Bavaria between Munich – Salzburg or Rosenheim – Kufstein. There are many ways to get to the Chiemgau flying areas. Whether by public transport or by car, the Chiemgau is very easy and uncomplicated to reach. To help you find your way around, the best starting point for our flying areas is Prien am Chiemsee. From there you have many opportunities to travel to our tandem flight areas by public transport. To make your day perfect, remember to be at the agreed meeting point on time. We make sure that you receive all the information you need for a stress-free journey.

For your unforgettable paragliding adventure from the Kampenwand in Aschau, we recommend traveling by car. The good road network guarantees a comfortable drive right into the heart of Chiemgau. Enjoy the impressive scenery along your route and take the opportunity to admire some of the region’s most beautiful vacation destinations – from the glistening Chiemsee to the idyllic Weitseen three-lake area and the picturesque Walchsee in Kaiserwinkl.

Meeting point:

Address for navigation: An der Bergbahn 8, 83229 Aschau im Chiemgau – Google Maps.

By highway: The Chiemgau region is easily accessible via the A8 Munich – Salzburg highway. These connections take you right to the heart of your adventure.

There are good parking options at the Kampenwandbahn, but these are subject to charges. From there you begin your ascent to the Kampenwand hike or the comfortable journey with the Kampenwand cable car to the starting point of your flight. Get involved in this magnificent natural spectacle and experience a tandem flight adventure from the Kampenwand that you won’t soon forget.

For your incomparable tandem flight adventure on the Hochries on the Samerberg, traveling by car is the best choice. The Hochries, a jewel in the Upper Bavarian district of Rosenheim, is one of the most popular hang-gliding and paragliding areas in Germany. The outstanding flying conditions here attract enthusiastic flyers from all directions and promise you an unforgettable experience.

Meeting point:

Address for navigation: Hochriesstraße 80, 83122 Samerberg – Google Maps.

Via the highway: You can leave the A93 at the Nussdorf am Inn exit or head for your destination via the A8 at Achenmühle, Frasdorf.

There are good parking options directly at Hochries Bahn or at the landing site, but these are subject to charges. From there you can start your ascent on foot or take the comfortable ride on the Hochries cable car to the starting points. These magnificent views coupled with excellent thermals make your paragliding flight an extraordinary experience. Get involved in this magnificent natural spectacle and experience a paragliding adventure from the Hochries on the Samerberg, cheers to our Hochries!

Your journey to an unforgettable panoramic tandem flight on the Hochfelln begins with a relaxed journey by car. This flying area, located in the majestic Chiemgau Alps, promises a first-class flying experience with its unique location south of Bergen and west of Ruhpolding.

Meeting point:

Address for navigation: Maria-Eck-Straße 8, 83346 Bergen – Google Maps.

Via the highway: Take the A8 and take the Bergen exit near Siegsdorf to get directly to this spectacular starting point for your adventure.

The meeting point is at the Hochfelln mountain railway. There are good parking options directly at the valley station, but these are subject to a fee. Motorhome parking spaces are also available at the Hochfelln cable car, Promobil offers you the necessary information here. The Hochfelln hike starts from there or you can take the gondola to the starting points for the viewing terrace in Chiemgau. This adventure makes your paragliding Chiemsee flight experience an incomparable highlight. Great word of honor!

Prepare yourself for an incomparable flying experience at the Unterberghorn flying area in Kössen, located in the picturesque Kaiserwinkl region in Tyrol. This area is one of the top destinations for paragliding in the Alps, not least because of its safe take-off points, which are ideal for paragliders and hang gliders in summer and winter alike. The excellent flying conditions here make it possible to enjoy hours of thermal flights – a dream for every flying enthusiast!

Meeting point:

Address for navigation: Thurnbichl 47, 6345 Kössen, Austria – Google Maps.

By highway: Take the A8 via Bernau am Chiemsee or choose the A93 Oberaudorf – Niederndorf for your journey.

The meeting point is at the Unterberghorn Cable car There are also good car parking facilities for motorhomes directly at the valley station, these are free of charge. For campers, the campsite at the Wilder Kaiser offers a perfect opportunity for relaxation for young and old. From there, we take the gondola up the Unterberghorn to the launch sites. Here you can expect not only excellent thermal conditions for extended flights, but also a backdrop that is second to none.

Discover the picturesque beauty of Chiemgau on two wheels. You will find numerous bike rental stations in the towns of Prien, Bernau and Aschau, which lie in the heart of this idyllic region. These stations offer you a wide range of bikes – from dynamic e-bikes to robust mountain bikes. Use the flexibility of cycling to explore the breathtaking landscape at your own pace. This activity is also a great way to physically prepare for paragliding by building endurance and familiarizing you with the environment.

Recommended free cycling apps:

1. Komoot (Andoid & iOS) Ideal for planning your bike tours and navigation.
2. Bikemap (Android & iOS)Perfect for tracking your performance and comparing yourself with other cyclists.
3. Google Maps – Offers reliable route guidance and shows you bike paths and topographical conditions.

Bike rental in Prien:

1. Fahrradhaus Prien – Offers a variety of bicycles, including e-bikes and mountain bikes.
2. Chiemsee Kaufmann – Pick it up here, drop it off there! Start at 4 bike rental stations or return your bike.
3. CUBE Store Chiemsee – E-Bike Verleih in Prien am Chiemsee

No matter whether you are traveling alone or in a group, Chiemgau warmly welcomes you and offers you the perfect starting point for your paragliding adventure. Plan your route carefully and pack enough provisions and look forward to an unforgettable experience in one of the most beautiful regions in Germany.

There are many electric charging stations in the region. Here are various providers such as PlugShare, ChargePoint, Nextcharge, Shell NewMotion or the Bavarian Charging Atlas.

Please note that the availability of charging stations may vary. It is advisable to check the information before your trip to ensure that the data is up to date.

Local mobility – traveling by public transport

Public transport: The use of bus and train in Chiemgau allows you to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the region on your journey. Public transportation, including the Rosi Mobil and the Chiemgau Bahn, offer an environmentally friendly and flexible way of getting around. Apps such as Rosi Mobil, Wohin – du – Willst, and the Deutschland Ticket help with planning.

Travel to the flight areas:

Hochfelln: Accessible by bus or train from Bergen.

Kampenwand: Served by RVO, Rosi Mobil, DHV Münchner Bergbus, and the BRB regional train from Prien am Chiemsee to Aschau im Chiemgau.

Hochries: Connection by Rosi Mobil and RVO bus.

Unterberghorn in Kössen: Lines 9505 from Übersee – Marquartstein and 4030 from Kufstein – Kössen.

Prien am Chiemsee, with its picturesque scenery and wide range of leisure activities, is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. In order to experience the beauty of this region in the best possible way, the local cab companies in Prien am Chiemsee offer numerous advantages. For direct contact, simply click on the desired telephone number.