Åre
📍 Jaemtland , Are Kommun · Nearest city: Are (3 km)
29 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 1300 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
63.42690, 13.08170Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.91 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
Are (or Åre in Swedish) is mainly the biggest ski area in Sweden. But it is also a great place for both hang- and paragliding. There are 3 maintained launch zones all year-round for beginners from NE to NW. The biggest is called 'the 1000-meter' and is located at 1280 m ASL. There are also possibilities for XC flying, mainly from April until September. The mountain is easy accessed by a tram from January until August. In the other months, you can just walk up the mountain, or in summer time catch the local club shuttle/buss or by Skysports shuttle/buss.
Rules and notes
3000 m ASL
Pilot comments
Åre is a great place - when the weather is good! Skysport paragliding school is situated next to the landingfield. BBQ area and shop. Always speak to the locals - they are both friendly and informative! In May 2008 two local pilots (Fredrik Lindholm and Pal Hammar) flew 240 km from this site.
Nearby sites
Åre - Morvikshummeln (1) · Lofsdalen, Hovärken (2) · Tandådalen (10) · Hundfjället (2) · Syssleback (8) · Branas (9)