About Airmax Parapente
Airmax Parapente is a tandem paragliding operator flying from the legendary Col de la Forclaz, the launch site perched high above the eastern shore of Lake Annecy in the commune of Talloires-Montmin. Annecy is widely regarded as one of the world's premier free-flight destinations, and the Forclaz takeoff delivers a sweeping aerial panorama of the turquoise lake, surrounding peaks and patchwork of villages below.
The company offers a spectrum of tandem flights to suit every nerve and budget. Gentle children's baptisms and discovery flights ease newcomers into the air, while ascendance, emotion and sensation flights climb higher and stay aloft longer for those wanting a fuller experience. At the top end, prestige flights maximise airtime and acrobatic options for thrill-seekers. Every passenger flies strapped to a qualified pilot, with a full briefing beforehand, and no prior experience is needed. The season typically runs from mid-April through mid-October, weather permitting.
Airmax's edge is the combination of an iconic launch site and a passenger-first, beginner-friendly approach. Pilots tailor each flight to the guest — calm and scenic or dynamic and exhilarating — and the gentle landing meadows near the lakeshore make the whole experience accessible to first-timers and families. For visitors chasing the quintessential Annecy moment, floating silently over the lake with the Alps spread out beneath them, it's a standout choice.
