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Intermediate

Orcières-Merlette

Orcières · Hautes-Alpes · France

Mountain
S
SE
SW

Catalogue season · not confirmed access or flying conditions: June – September

2100 mStored takeoff altitude
1450 mStored landing altitude
650 mStored elevation difference
S / SE / SWStored orientation
IntermediateStored skill level
YesSchool
Orcières ParapenteClub

Location

Orcières · Hautes-Alpes · France

Location marker: a single point for this entry, not a route track.

44.69030, 6.32690

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About the site

High take-off in Champsaur, with strong thermals and panoramic views over the Écrins.

Catalogue notes · source and freshness unverified; missing restrictions do not mean unrestricted access.

Directions and access

Drouvet cable car in summer.

Recommended equipment

Unavailable

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Safety

Proximity to Écrins National Park: comply with minimum altitudes.

Current flying suitability unknown

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