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Paragliding in Lebanon
has become a popular sport thanks to the plenty of high-altitude
mountains aided by perfect weather wind conditions that rank Lebanon
as one of the best glide ports in the Middle East. The
Cedars remains Lebanon's top
paragliding location, especially for those seeking their first thrill
of flying.
Other paragliding locations include Lassa which is accessible by a 4
wheel drive, Harissa which offers a panoramic view of Jounieh, Miziara
that is a medium altitude site, Barouk which is an experience
of a lifetime, and Faraya, a winter site.
Several legally recognized paragliding clubs offer training and/or
paragliding facilities in solo or biplace (where one paraglides accompanied by the instructor).
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Location |
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Elevation |
Orientation |
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North
Lebanon |
Bcharreh |
121km
from Beirut |
2600m |
West
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The Cedar
site is a high-altitude mountain site located in Lebanon's
highest range in
North Lebanon. The site
can be reached by car from Deir el Ahmar in the
Beqaa, or from Chekka
south of
Tripoli.
Flying is achieved in one of two directions: west
towards the sea coast or east towards the Bekaa valley.
It is an ideal setting for making the first flights with three possible
flying altitudes at 375, 650
or 850 m above landing levels.
For further inquiry please
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Location |
Nearest Village |
Distance |
Elevation |
Orientation |
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Mount Lebanon |
Lassa |
66km
from Beirut |
2200m |
Northwest |
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The Lassa
paragliding site is only accessible by 4 wheel drive via
Faraya ski resort, or or
by foot starting at the Lassa village (2-hour hike)
This site offers a series of high mountains with soaring
flights towards the northwest, making it one of the most
dynamic flights in Lebanon. Flying is best achieved
on days with northern winds.
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Location |
Nearest Village |
Distance |
Elevation |
Orientation |
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Mount Lebanon |
Miziara |
109km
from Beirut |
800m |
Northwest |
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Accessible
by car, the Miziara site is situated in
North Lebanon,
and is not far from
Zgharta village.
This site is intended for winter flights. It is a
medium-altitude site over olive tree grounds.
For further inquiry please
contact us.
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Location |
Nearest Village |
Distance |
Elevation |
Orientation |
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Mount Lebanon |
Harissa |
26km
from Beirut |
650m |
West |
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The Harissa
location is accessible by car and occupies a majestic
location over the city and bay of
Jounieh in
Mount Lebanon, offering
panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea.
The take-off site is near the church of the
Our Lady of Harissa,
and landing, though difficult in north winds, is achieved
directly below in Maameltain.
For further inquiry please
contact us.
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Location |
Nearest Village |
Distance |
Elevation |
Orientation |
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Mount Lebanon |
Barouk |
48km
from Beirut |
2300m |
West |
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Access Map |
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The Barouk
site is accessible by car via the village of
Barouk
or by
way of
Deir el Qamar in the
Shouf region.
Flying over the
Shouf Cedars Nature Reserve
is an experience of a lifetime. The flight offers a
splendid view of the
Bekaa and Mount Hermon. Landing
is in the village below at Maaser el Shouf.
For further inquiry please
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Location |
Nearest Village |
Distance |
Elevation |
Orientation |
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Mount Lebanon |
Faraya |
51km from Beirut |
2300m |
Southwest |
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The Faraya
location is a winter site. It can be reached through
Mayrouba.
Flying can be achieved at a 900m elevation. Landing is
close-by, in
Qanat Bakiche
For further inquiry please
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