Sierra Mar
📍 Santiago de Cuba · Nearest city: Contramaestre (36 km)
13 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 145 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
Lat / Lng:
19.98440, -76.32610Loading real-time wind…
Takeoff orientations
NNEESE
SSWWNW
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 | 0.42 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Real takeoff terrain
| SRTM elevation | 143 m AMSL |
| Average slope | 8.8° |
| Slope aspect | 343° (N) |
| Hemisphere | north — Orientation unfavorable for direct solar thermals |
Derived from SRTM 30m (NASA).
Takeoff description
Close to hotel "Brisas Sierra Mar" above the village Quiebra Seca
Rules and notes
contact the locals
Nearby sites
Uvero (14) · Victorino El Gigante (6) · Tia Nena Cepillo Sur (46) · Tia Nena Rio Once (44) · Riíto - Vista El Cepillo (50) · Las Cajitas (49)
Information derived from public data (ParaglidingEarth, kk7). Before flying: contact local pilots, check the METAR of the nearest airport and review today's forecast.