Loma de la cruz de Holguín
📍 Holguin , Municipio de Holguin · Nearest city: Holguin (2 km)
37 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 274 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
Lat / Lng:
20.90030, -76.26740Loading 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) | 1 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.99 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.16 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Real takeoff terrain
| SRTM elevation | 276 m AMSL |
| Average slope | 0.4° |
| Slope aspect | 90° (E) |
| Hemisphere | north — Orientation unfavorable for direct solar thermals |
Derived from SRTM 30m (NASA).
Takeoff description
easy to access by car or by stairs
Rules and notes
It's very important not to violate the air space of the nearby airport - police will take you to prison in case
Nearby sites
El fraile de Holguín (40) · Melones Punto Fijo (43) · Bijaru (11) · Jiguany El Yarey (40) · El Bolo (3) · El Cencerro (3)
Information derived from public data (ParaglidingEarth, kk7). Before flying: contact local pilots, check the METAR of the nearest airport and review today's forecast.