Mont Lachat Paragliding Sites

{CREDITS} => data originally taken from RENEWED_FFVL_C2C on 27/12 because landing or take-off tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym could be corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions could be translated into French. Rando vol (700m) with numerous possible departures at different altitudes. Slope 30 to 40 degrees on grass, often high, which interferes with the prevol. Landing in the old village. High Savoy Altitude 2045m

The take-off is at the top of the Lachat, at 2100 meters of altitude. The main orientation is S-W, facing the valley breeze, but it is also possible to take off on the N-E sector in calm conditions. Access is by the Rosay cable car (10min), then the Lachat chairlift (7min). Access is also possible on foot via the Col du Châtillon. Lat 45.9587 / Long 6.4765 One of the best spots in the region, the Lachat offers excellent possibilities to start, progress and go cross-country in the grandiose panorama of Grand Bornand and the Aravis. Access is via the Rosay gondola (10min), then the Lachat chairlift (7min). Access is also possible on foot from the Potais landing (Bouchet valley) alt 1008m via the Col du Châtillon alt 1690m. In winter: It is strictly forbidden to rest on the summit and soaring below 50m/ground is strictly forbidden. 1- and 2-seater 1- and 2-seater Rosay gondola and Lachat chairlift in season only James Ormond - Les Ailes du Grand Bornand Altitude 2020m

alti:1989mFrom the landing go to 'Saint Pierre de Chartreuse' village and cross it. Take the D102b road to the north ('Saint Pierre d'Entremont' direction) and stop on the 'Cucheron' pass.Walk and follow the sign 'Grand Son' summit during 3h.grass slope just before the summit. Altitude 1731m

{CREDITS} => data originally taken from RENEWED_FFVL_C2C on 27/12 because landing or take-off tracks observed here in 2023, geo coordinates, altitude, favorable orientations and toponym could be corrected by the FFVL, observations and descriptions could be translated into French. Accessible as a loop via the Col du Rasoir and the Jallouvre, or directly but off-piste. 35 degrees on tall grass, but short over mini cliffs. Other more exposed routes are possible closer to the summit. High Savoy Altitude 2408m