14 spots where to jump in parachute in France

Discover the landscapes of the Hexagon from the air during a parachute jump session in France. Adrenaline and strong sensations guaranteed!

Contents

• Grand East
• - Near Strasbourg
• Nouvelle Aquitaine
• - Near Bordeaux
• - Pau
• - Sarlat
• Occitania
• - Near Toulouse
• - Montpellier
• Île de France
• Pays de la Loire
• - Le Mans
• Centre Val de Loire
• - Blois
• - Near Orleans
• Burgundy Franche-Comté
• - Dijon
• Hauts de France
• - Near Lille
• Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
• - Saint-Tropez
• Normandy
• - Near Mont Saint-Michel
• Auvergne Rhône Alpes
• - Vichy
• Frequently asked questions

Between sea and mountains, coastline and wooded hills, green plains and vast forests... France is a country with heterogeneous landscapes that are distinguished by their beauty and authenticity. For lovers of strong sensations looking for adrenaline, contemplating these panoramas from the air seem to be a very wonderful experience. Are you ready? Put on your equipment, Wanderlix offers a tour of the essentials of the parachute jump in France!

Grand East

Close to Strasbourg

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? From 280€
? Medical certificate: mandatory
⏳ Time: half day
? Adapted persons with reduced mobility

The parachute jump is a sport that, by chance, can practice everywhere in France. This type of activity, particularly identified by Sport Discovery, allows to combine fun and exploration. Let’s start this tour of France in parachute by one of the most popular spots ofAlsace : the aerodrome of Hansau. Located only 30 minutes from Strasbourg, the aerodrome is renowned for its team of ultra-qualified professionals, which has thousands of jumps to its assets.

What awaits you

On the program: meeting with the team at a briefing of about fifteen minutes on jump techniques. Then, immediately boarding on the plane, a Cessna 208 or 206 model, for a flight of about twenty minutes that takes you to more than 4,000m altitude.

When you get up there, untie your belt and get ready to live one of the most sensational experiences of your life. So here you go for a free fall at 200km/h for a minute. When you reach the 1,500m altitude, the monitor opens the parachute so that you can admire the surrounding landscapes. An unparalleled panorama is offered to you: vast green spaces with a loss of view. You are in the heart of the Hansau Forest, which covers over 13,000 hectares. Open your eyes wide, perhaps you will see theGermany !

Once you get down, you will have to return your equipment to the professional team. Luckily, your monitor filmed your fall. You can get the video to keep your unique and exceptional memories.

Practical information:

• Only individuals more than 15 years and 1m30 will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 90 kg is necessary to perform this jump.

Nouvelle Aquitaine

Close to Bordeaux

After the green spaces of the Great East, on the way to the beaches of the South-West at L’Aérodrome d’Aérodrome Arcachon -The Teste-de-Buch, ideal spot for a parachute jump in France. After 30 intense minutes, which include briefing and flight on a Pilatus-type aircraft, you will find an altitude of 4,000m above the Atlantic Ocean.

What awaits you

Raise in the air for a free fall of about a minute to over 200km/h. When you have reached 1,500 m of altitude, the monitor opens the veil. For a few minutes you can therefore observe the landscapes around you. From the Arcachon basin, to the Atlantic Ocean, to the famous Pilat Dune and the Island of the Oiseaux, the Southwest offers you an unparalleled show. Obviously, your monitor will take care to film your flight in order to capture this unusual experience.

The most activity

The Arcachon-La Teste-de-Buch airfield offers several tandem flights. Indeed, the Pilatus aircraft can accommodate up to four people at the same time. This is the opportunity to share an unforgettable moment with family or friends!

Practical information:

• Only individuals more than 15 years and 1m40 will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 95kg for men and 80kg for women is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is only practiced March to November.

Pau

Lasclaveries Aerodrome located in the Pyrénées Atlantiques is optimal for a parachute jump in France. Fly over the Pyrenean mountains with a team of state-patented monitors in professional parachuting.

What awaits you

These will brief you when you arrive so that you can assemble the techniques necessary for the proper operation of the jump. Once the 4,000 m of altitude is reached, jump into the vacuum from the plane and enjoy the intense sensations that a free fall of about 50 seconds to 200km/h. To recover from these emotions, the monitor will open the veil for 7 minutes so that you can delight yourself from the show that offers to you. Surrounded by snowy or green mountains, breathe and relax in this magical setting, captured by your monitor's camera.

Practical information:

• Only individuals over 15 years will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 90 kg is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is only practiced March to December.

Sarlat

Sarlat is a small town located in the department of Dordogne New Aquitaine. Very touristy, this one is full of treasures: the Dordogne valley, picturesque landscapes, cliffs and castles Ancients are worth a visit. Wanderlix proposes you to observe this region more originally... From the air.

What awaits you

On your way to Sarlat Airport where you will be welcomed by a team of professionals. After a 20-minute briefing on the ground, you are at 3,500 m above sea level, ready to make the big jump. It’s gone for a 40-second drop of about 200km/h. During the remaining 3 to 7 minutes of flight you can enjoy the spectacular landscape that offers you from the sky of the sky Black Perigord . And if you wish, you can recover your memory video at the end of the activity!

Practical information:

• Only individuals over 15 years will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 90 kg is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is only practiced May to November.

Occitania

Close to Toulouse

To experience a most impressive adventure during a parachute jump in France, go to the Airfield Albi . Located one hour from Toulouse, it welcomes you from March to December when the weather permits.

What awaits you

After you are prepared, you will attend a briefing presented by the team of professionals present on site. Embark on the plane and fly through the Tarn. Once the 3,000 m of altitude is reached, the door opens... It’s time to go!

Make the full of strong sensations during a fall of 50 seconds to 200km/h. The rest of the descent is smoother after the monitor has opened the veil allowing you to observe the surrounding landscapes. For a little more than 5 minutes you can admire the sloped hills, the mountains and the charming town of Albi. For even more fun and sensations, the monitor will let you even fly the veil as a real pro of the parachute jump!

Practical information:

• Only individuals over 15 years will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 95kg for men and 80kg for women is necessary to perform this jump.

Montpellier

Go to the Aérodrome de Montpellier-Candillargues, one of the most popular spots in Occitanie. This is indeed ideal for a parachute jump in France. The team of professionals is very welcoming and guarantees you to spend an unforgettable moment.

What awaits you

Equipment delivery, preparation, 15min brief... You're ready to take off. The plane then takes you to 4,000 meters above sea level. From above you can already contemplate the wonderful landscapes. The adrenaline rises, your heart beats the chamade: it’s time! Raise in the air for about 40 seconds and enjoy the unique sensations you get from the free fall.

After this moment rich in emotions, the monitor deploys the parachute. You can finally blow and you can delight the magnificent panorama around you. Under your feet, the National Park Camargue between greenery and salt water. In this postcard landscape, a single word of order: enjoy. Maybe you'll have the chance to meet a flamand-rose during your flight!

Practical information:

• Only individuals over 15 years will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 90 kg is necessary to perform this jump.

Île de France

The Île de France region unfortunately does not have no aerodromes which allows to practice the parachute jump. However, a few hours' drive, the Mans-Arnage Aerodrome in the department of the Sarthe welcomes you for a session jump in parachute. You can also choose to perform this activity at Montargis-Vimory airfield located a few hours from the Paris region.

Pays de la Loire

Le Mans

Let’s now go to the Mans aerodrome, one of the must-see spots for a parachute jump in France. The professional team allows two flights: for more fun, you can make a jump with a friend, family member or half.

What awaits you

As in all aerodromes, before taking off, a briefing on the ground is required: it is necessary to know the flight conditions and its course. Then get on the Cessna 182 plane: immediate takeoff for the big air! The more the plane climbs, the more adrenaline and sensations grow! Arrived at 3,000 m above sea level, prepare for the great jump.

After the free fall from 35 seconds to 200km/h, the monitor opens the parachute and lets you observe the surrounding grandiose panoramas. Fields extend to a loss of sight: what a marvel! Upon arrival, you can recover the video of your jump carefully filmed by your monitor.

Practical information:

• Only individuals measuring more than 1m30 will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 85kg dressed is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is not practiced April to June and September to October on Saturday and Sunday.

Centre Val de Loire

Blois

Direction Blois and its aerodrome for a parachute jump session in France out of the ordinary. Indeed, who has never dreamed of flying over the beautiful region of the Centre Val de Loire and admiring its castles from the sky?

What awaits you

After being greeted by instructors graduated by DGAC, you attend the briefing. Open your ears and listen carefully to the advice of the monitors to make your jump optimally.

Then climb to the plane that takes you to 3,000m altitude. This is where your free fall begins from 30 seconds to 200km/h. The monitor deploys the veil at 1,500m high to enjoy the 5 minutes of gentle descent to contemplate the air landscape. From your top spot you can probably see some of the famous Châteaux de la Loire !

Practical information:

• Only individuals over 13 years will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 90 kg is necessary to perform this jump.

Close toOrleans

Take off now for a nice air trip to Cessna from the Montargis-Vimory airfield. Located only an hour from Orleans, it is a perfect spot for a parachute jump in France. After following the usual procedure on the ground, climb into the air and reach 3,000m altitude.

What awaits you

Once you’re up there, you just have to follow your monitor and run into the void. The next 40 seconds are full of exceptional sensations. As soon as you reach the 1,500m, your monitor opens the veil. It is time for you to contemplate the surrounding landscapes. The vast forests follow the green fields and meadows that make the beauty and uniqueness of the region.

Practical information:

• Only individuals 15 to 50 years old measuring more than 1m40 will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 85kg for men and 75kg for women is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is practiced March to December.

Burgundy Franche-Comté

Dijon

Globally known for its gastronomy, Burgundy Franche-Comté also radiates from the beauty of its landscapes. Wanderlix offers you to discover them from the sky during a parachute jump session.

What awaits you

Participate in a 30-minute ground briefing and then take a seat on the plane that takes you to over 4,000m of altitude to make your jump. Arriving at the top, take your courage with two hands and jump into the air with your monitor, which has an onboard camera, will shoot you throughout the flight.

Once the parachute veil is opened, you descend quietly to the aerodrome for about 5 minutes. Enjoy this moment to observe the vast expanse of green just under your feet sprinkled with charming little villages nestled between the vineyards. Strong sensations and dazzling panoramas guaranteed!

Practical information:

• Only individuals more than 1m40 will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 95kg for men and 85 kg for women is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is practiced April to October.

Hauts de France

Close to Lille

Come and participate in an unforgettable experience of parachute jumping in one of the best spots in North France: Merville Airport. Located 40 minutes from Lille, this one promises an exceptional activity. Hop on a plane after being briefed by experienced monitors.

What awaits you

You reach 4,000m of altitude after 15 minutes of flight. Then come the time to get started: don't think about anything, get rid of stress and jump the step! You may not forget this fall at 200km/h, although it lasts only 50 seconds! During your jump, think about looking around you! Between green meadows and urban landscape, you will take your eyes full.

Practical information:

• Only individuals over 15 years will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 90 kg is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is practiced April to October.

Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur

Saint-Tropez

If you don't like the temperature in Lille, then opt for a parachute session in France under the sun of the South! The landscapes that you will have the chance to see from the air are simply without equal: the green mountains immerse in the turquoise sea, the boats squeeze on the water, the beaches of white sand confounded with the majestic rocks.

What awaits you

An unforgettable experience awaits you! For this, go to the Saint-Tropez aerodrome. After being briefed by the on-site monitor team, board the aircraft for a drop of about 40 seconds to 200km/h above the Var. Let yourself go, but don't close your eyes! A video of your flight will be available upon your return to Earth.

Practical information:

• Only individuals more than 15 years and 1m30 will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 95 kg is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is practiced only in November.

Normandy

Near the beach Mont Saint-Michel

A true place of predilection of parachutists, Mont Saint-Michel and its bay are among the must-see spots of parachute jump in France. A flagship monument of Normandy, tourists like to visit it in different ways. From the earth, in the air or at sea, Mont Saint-Michel never loses its splendor.

What awaits you

However, for lovers of strong sensations, Wanderlix strongly recommends the parachute jump. Indeed, it combines adrenaline and grandiose panoramas. Launched at 200km/h at more than 3,500m altitude, you can discover Mont Saint-Michel and its bay as you have never seen them before!

This outdoor activity in such a magical setting is an unforgettable experience that offers you completely extraordinary memories. Testing urgently!

Practical information:

• Only individuals over 15 years will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 90kg for men and 80kg for women is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is practiced May to September.

Auvergne Rhône Alpes

Vichy

Famous for the virtues of its water, the city of Vichy is a must in the region Auvergne Rhône-Alpes. Located southeast of the Allier , it also has one of the best parachute spots in France. Its surrounding landscapes are seriously worth the detour: its green hills and fields with thousand colors make the department a real green setting.

What better than discovering these wonders from heaven? Embark on an airplane at the Vichy-Charmeil Aerodrome which will lead you to 4,000m altitude for a parachute jump session that you are not ready to forget.

What awaits you

It went for 40 intense seconds of free fall at 200km/h. After this short moment rich in emotions and sensations, relax after your monitor opened the parachute. Enjoy the surrounding silence and beautiful landscapes. After five good minutes of contemplation, think about raising your legs... You're gonna land!

Practical information:

• Only individuals over 15 years will be allowed to participate in the activity;
• Maximum weight 90 kg is necessary to perform this jump;
• This activity is practiced May to September.

Frequently asked questions

After presenting you the best parachute jump spots in France, Wanderlix answers the most frequent questions that arise before practicing the activity.

• The weight and size Minimum and maximum to perform a parachute jump vary according to aerodromes. However, on average it is necessary to measure 1m30 and weigh to the maximum 90 kg to practice this activity;
• L’Age to perform a parachute jump also varies according to aerodromes. However on average, only individuals over 15 years are allowed to practice this activity;
• The medical certificate is compulsory to make a parachute jump. The type of certificate and its length varies according to aerodromes;
• The escorts are often not authorized to board the plane. However, this is possible in some aerodromes;
• Maybe your jump doesn't go not held on the date indicated. Indeed, one weather too bad may be dangerous to the proper functioning of the activity. In these cases, the professional team can decide to cancel it. Learn about the cancellation conditions before;
• For a parachute jump, a casual outfit is highly recommended. Therefore, plan for large types of jogging and sweater as well as low sneaker shoes;
• If you are victims of eye disorders and you are wearing eye disorders glasses, it is possible for you to keep them throughout the activity.