The Cedars - Top takeoff
📍 Liban-Nord · Nearest city: Bcharre (7 km)
11 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 2670 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
34.23390, 36.07970Takeoff 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 | 0.17 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
this is the top take-off, at around 2900m, this is the highest take-off in the middle east. Take off is very easy on a nice slope.
Rules and notes
There is a sensitive area (army) just north of the landing, please ask locals before flying!
Pilot comments
The nicest paragliding site in lebanon.... Respect the local legislation : - the municipality card is mandatory to fly (one picture + 20.000 LP). See this with the local flyers or ask Georges (www.cedarsparagliding.com) - Army positions area. The Army has to be notified before flying. Contact the locals (www.cedarsparagliding.com) before you fly. Shuttle is possible.
Nearby sites
The Cedars - Intermediate takeoff (8) · The Cedars - Bekaa side (17) · The Cedars - Soaring ridge (13) · EHDEN (3) · Miziara (4) · Dedeh (3)