Castelo de Vide
📍 Portalegre , Castelo de Vide · Nearest city: Castelo de Vide (2 km)
12 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 741 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
39.40080, -7.45904Takeoff 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 | 0.39 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Upcoming competitions in this country
- 15th Paragliding World Cup Superfinal 2025/26 · 2026-05-12 – 2026-05-23 · PWCA [+info]
Superfinal PWCA Pegalajar, Espana
Takeoff description
Medium large gravel field, ok for simultaneous preparation for >5 gliders, with a medium small slope. Currently there is no windsock (as of January 2025) The takeoff is accessible by a short gravel road connecting to the asphalted panoramic road, no need for 4x4 drive. From the landing the takeoff can be hiked back in max 30 minutes - initially on the small access road, and then "straight up" once on the hill below the take-off location.
Rules and notes
Check the airspace and NOTAMS on: https://cavok.pt/fuaflex/fua-portugal/
Pilot comments
Possibly good for soaring in winter, and with high XC potential in summer with W or SW wind, although in summer the wind from NE is dominating.
Nearby sites
Ribeira de Nisa e Carreiras (12) · Marvão (12) · Porto da Espada (1) · Serra de S. Mamede (1) · Porto da Espada (8) · Mação (0)