Germany

Paragliding near Lac d'Annecy, France

The Alps 101

The Alps offer unbeatable flying in incredible destinations – but where do you start if you’ve never been? We introduce the Alps for first-time visitors
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Paragliding wave. The smooth cloud indicates the top of the rising air in the wave. Unlike a cumulus which forms and dissipates quickly from convection, wave clouds can “stand” in the same place for a long time. Clouds form on the crests of the waves due to cooling and dissipate in the troughs due to warming. Photo: Adi Geisegger

Winter Wave: High altitude, high mountain flying

Adi Geisegger experienced the flight of his life on a winter’s day in the Alps, when he connected with wave – “Spectacular”
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DHV Coronavirus update

DHV coronavirus updates

The DHV, Germany’s free flight association, is updating its advice on flying in the time of coronavirus at a dedicated page
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Armin Harich in My Line

My Line: Armin Harich

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Armin Harich

Armin Harich’s 300km German record – full report

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A snapshot from Armin's day. Photo: Armin Harich

Armin Harich flies 300km in Germany

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Guide to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany

Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a great introductory venue for Alpine flying. With mountains right next next to flatlands, it has easily understandable valley winds and is flyable from April to October
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Lena Kruckenberg learning to paraglide

Video: Learning to paraglide from first flight to thermals

Thinking of learning to fly a paraglider? Kerim Jaspersen's new film explains all
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Sponsors of the German Paragliding Open have announced a €9,000 prize pot for Serial Class

Serial Class comp gets big cash prize

German Paragliding Open offers 'mega' prize pot for Serial Class
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Martin Gwosdz. Photo: Martin Gwosdz

Martin Gwosdz in acro tragedy

Martin Gwosdz, an acro pilot from Bavaria, Germany, suffered a fatal accident on Saturday 18 December.
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