Beatenberg to Interlaken
A ride up from town and a landing in the park at its centre. The activity ends there: no further transfer is included.
- From
- €196
- In the air
- 10 to 20 min
- Weight limit
- 80 to 100 kg, by operator and hour
Paragliding Interlaken
Tandem flights from Beatenberg and Mürren, no experience needed: 11 flights compared, with each operator's weight limit, hour by hour.
- From
- €196
- Duration
- 1 to 1 h 30
- In the air
- 10 to 20 min
- Tours compared
- 11
What is a tandem paragliding flight in Interlaken?
You fly strapped to a licensed pilot, who does the flying, for 10 to 20 minutes.
A bus takes you about 20 minutes up to Beatenberg, at 1,350 m. You run a few steps on the meadow with your pilot until the wing lifts you. You come down about 800 m and land in Höhematte Park, in the centre of town.
You need no experience, and you can ask for a gentle flight or a more adventurous one. From Interlaken, allow at least an hour and a half in all.
4 operators sell this flight on GetYourGuide, all from €196. What differs is the weight they accept at each hour, where you meet them and what they include.
Where do the flights take off?
At Beatenberg above Lake Thun, or at Mürren above the Lauterbrunnen valley.
Beatenberg
1,350 m
The flight most people mean by paragliding in Interlaken: Lake Thun and the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau in view, and a landing in the middle of town. 4 operators, from €196.
Mürren
Landing at Stechelberg
Another valley: you fly past the Lauterbrunnen cliffs and land on the valley floor. Getting to Mürren is up to you. 2 operators, from €207.
Lauterbrunnen and MürrenThe Niesen
Above Lake Thun
The pyramid-shaped mountain over the lake. One operator here flies from it, from €327.
On request
Ask a pilot
The tourist office says pilots can also take off at Axalp, the Niederhorn, Schynige Platte or on the Turnen. We do not compare those flights.
Interlaken or Mürren: where should you fly?
Beatenberg to land in town; Mürren to fly past the cliffs.
Mürren to Stechelberg
You fly between the walls of the valley and land on its floor. The way to Mürren is not included, on either flight.
- From
- €207
- In the air
- About 20 to 25 min
- Weight limit
- 91 kg or 115 kg, by operator
Which paragliding flight should you book in Interlaken?
For a first flight, Skywings: by far the most reviews, at the lowest price here.
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From Beatenberg to Interlaken
4 operators, all from €196.
Most reviewed
Meets at Alpenstrasse 2
Skywings, from Beatenberg
For a first flight: the most reviews here by far, with boots and transport included.
Up to 100 kg
Meets at Höheweg 125
Paragliding Interlaken GmbH, from Beatenberg
For passengers up to 100 kg: the highest limit of the four flights from Beatenberg, and the only one with Spanish.
Refund for bad weather
Meets at Höheweg 43
AlpinAir, from Beatenberg
For a clear promise on weather: its page says you get a full refund if it cancels for bad weather.
Three heights
Meets on the Höhematte
Swiss Paragliding, three heights from Beatenberg
For a choice of flight: about 500, 800 or 1,100 m between take-off and landing.
From Mürren
Over the Lauterbrunnen valley: 2 operators, from €207.
Most reviewed at Mürren
Meets by the Schilthorn cable car
Airtime, from Mürren
For the simplest flight from Mürren: a walk from the meeting point to the take-off, with no extra ticket.
From€217See dates: Airtime, from Mürren
Up to 115 kg
Meets in Mürren
Switzerland Paragliding, from Birg or Schilgrat
For passengers over 91 kg, and for the highest take-off: Birg at 2,600 m in summer, Schilgrat at 2,100 m in winter.
Something different
None had reviews on GetYourGuide when we read them.
Wheelchair users
Around Interlaken
Sky4All, for wheelchair users
For wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility: an adapted flight wheelchair, with no need to stand or run.
From the Niesen
Meets near Spiez
Noahinair, from the Niesen
For another mountain: a flight from the Niesen, in a group of 2 at most.
Private, with a hike
From Lauterbrunnen
A guided hike to Mürren, then the flight
For a full outing: a private guide, a hike from Grütschalp to Mürren, then the flight.
As a day trip
From Zurich or Geneva, the transport included.
From Zurich
Leaves Zurich
A day trip from Zurich with the flight
For a day out from Zurich with the transport arranged, and free time in Interlaken after the flight.
From Geneva
Leaves Geneva
A day trip from Geneva with the flight
For a day out from Geneva with the transport arranged, and free time in Interlaken.
Compare in detail
Prices and ratings are read from GetYourGuide. Prices are rounded up. Last checked on 4 Nov.
Every tour here is free to cancel up to 24 hours before it starts.
| Tour | Duration | Starts | Min. age | Rating | From | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| From Beatenberg to Interlaken | ||||||
Most reviewedSkywings, from BeatenbergSkywings ParaglidingWeight limit: 90 kg at 9:20, 10:30, 11:45, 13:30 and 14:45 in summer (April to October), and at 9:30, 10:45, 12:00 and 13:30 in winter. 80 kg on the other slots, where you must also be 60 or underThe flight: Beatenberg to the HöhematteGroup size: Up to 14 peopleLanguages: English, GermanKeep in mind: 90 kg at most in the middle of the day and 80 kg on the other slots, where you must also be 60 or under. Photos are extra. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
Not suitable with
| 1 h 30 | Alpenstrasse 2, Interlaken | 5 years | €196 | See dates: Skywings, from Beatenberg | |
Highest limit from BeatenbergParagliding Interlaken GmbH, from BeatenbergParagliding Interlaken GmbHWeight limit: From 25 kg. Up to 100 kg at 8:15, 9:30, 10:40, 11:50, 13:00, 14:15 and 15:30; up to 80 kg at 7:15 in summer (April to October)The flight: Beatenberg to InterlakenGroup size: Up to 14 peopleLanguages: English, French, German, SpanishKeep in mind: 80 kg at most at 7:15 in summer, and 25 kg at least. Photos cost 40 CHF. What's includedIncluded
Not included
| 1 h 30 | Höheweg 125, Interlaken | €196 | See dates: Paragliding Interlaken GmbH, from Beatenberg | ||
AlpinAir, from BeatenbergAlpinAir Paragliding InterlakenWeight limit: 90 kg, or 80 kg on the very first and very last flights of the dayThe flight: Beatenberg to the Höhematte, 12 to 20 minutesLanguages: English, French, GermanKeep in mind: 90 kg at most, 80 kg on the very first and last flights. A child under 45 kg flies early in the morning in spring and summer. Photos cost 40 CHF. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
| 1 h 30 | Höheweg 43, Interlaken | 5 years | €196 | See dates: AlpinAir, from Beatenberg | |
Swiss Paragliding, three heights from BeatenbergSwiss Paragliding & Adventure GmbHWeight limit: 30 to 90 kg on GetYourGuide; 30 to 100 kg according to the tourist officeThe flight: From Beatenberg, with about 500, 800 or 1,100 m between take-off and landingLanguages: German, English, FrenchKeep in mind: Its GetYourGuide page says 30 to 90 kg, the tourist office 30 to 100 kg, so ask first if you are over 90 kg. Film and photos are not included. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
| 1 h | On the Höhematte, Interlaken | €196 | See dates: Swiss Paragliding, three heights from Beatenberg | ||
| From Mürren | ||||||
Most reviewed at MürrenAirtime, from MürrenAirtime ParaglidingWeight limit: 91 kgThe flight: Mürren to Stechelberg, about 20 minutes in the airGroup size: Up to 6 peopleLanguages: English, German, Spanish, FrenchKeep in mind: 91 kg at most, from age 5. No phones or selfie sticks. The trip to Mürren, the transport after landing and the photos (40 CHF) are extra. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
Not suitable with
| 1 h | By the Schilthorn cable car station, Mürren | 5 years | €217 | See dates: Airtime, from Mürren | |
Highest weight limitSwitzerland Paragliding, from Birg or SchilgratSwitzerland ParaglidingWeight limit: 30 to 115 kg. Over 90 kg, only at 11:20, 13:20 and 15:20The flight: Birg (2,600 m) in summer or Schilgrat (2,100 m) in winter, to Stechelberg, 20 to 25 minutes in the airGroup size: Up to 9 peopleLanguages: Spanish, English, Polish, GermanKeep in mind: Over 90 kg you can only fly at 11:20, 13:20 or 15:20, and its page rules out a refund otherwise. The cable car to the take-off is not included. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
Not suitable with
| 2 h | Mürren, or the Stechelberg cable car: its page names both | €207 | See dates: Switzerland Paragliding, from Birg or Schilgrat | ||
| Something different | ||||||
Sky4All, for wheelchair usersSky4AllWeight limit: 91 kgThe flight: About 10 to 20 minutes in the air, in an adapted flight wheelchairKeep in mind: Phone the pilot right after booking to confirm the flight suits you. 91 kg at most. Companions wait at the landing site. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Not suitable with
| 1 h 30 | Depends on the option you choose | €250 | See dates: Sky4All, for wheelchair users | ||
Noahinair, from the NiesenNoahinairThe flight: From the Niesen, landing a few steps from where you startedGroup size: Up to 2 peopleLanguages: German, English, Spanish, FrenchKeep in mind: You hear by text by 21:00 the evening before whether you fly. If not, the flight moves to another date or you get a full refund. Its page gives no weight limit, so ask. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
Not suitable with
| 2 h | Hauptstrasse 10, Aeschi bei Spiez, or the Niesenbahn valley station: its page names both | 5 years | €327 | See dates: Noahinair, from the Niesen | |
A guided hike to Mürren, then the flightLauterbrunnen AdventureWeight limit: 90 kgThe flight: From Mürren, after a guided hike from GrütschalpGroup size: Private groupLanguages: English, SpanishKeep in mind: The hike is moderate to challenging, and you must be fit and able to run. 90 kg at most. Lunch is not included. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
Not suitable with
| 5 h | Station square, Lauterbrunnen | 5 years | €925 | See dates: A guided hike to Mürren, then the flight | |
| As a day trip | ||||||
A day trip from Zurich with the flightKeytours Switzerland SAWeight limit: 100 kgThe flight: A 20-minute drive from Interlaken to the take-off, then the flightGroup size: Up to 19 peopleLanguages: English, GreekKeep in mind: 100 kg at most, from age 7. Email the operator your height and weight. Booked at the last minute, the flight may not be possible. Food and drinks are not included. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
Not suitable with
| 10 h | Ausstellungsstrasse, Zurich | 7 years | €328 | See dates: A day trip from Zurich with the flight | |
A day trip from Geneva with the flightKeytours Switzerland SAWeight limit: 100 kgThe flight: A 20-minute drive from Interlaken to the take-off, then 10 to 20 minutes in the airGroup size: Up to 20 peopleLanguages: EnglishKeep in mind: If the flight is cancelled after you leave Geneva, only the flight part is refunded. 100 kg at most, from age 6. Neither a guide nor lunch is included. What's includedIncluded
Not included
Bring
| 13 h | Bus station, Place Dorcière 5, Geneva | 6 years | €371 | See dates: A day trip from Geneva with the flight | |
The four flights from Beatenberg, side by sideEvery paragliding flight on GetYourGuide
When is the best time to paraglide in Interlaken?
All year, weather permitting. The tourist office says the thermals are best around midday.
The season
Flights from Interlaken run throughout the year, and those from Mürren too, except when it rains.
The hour
Three operators set their lowest weight limit on the early or late flights, so a heavier passenger has fewer hours to choose from.
The weather
The operator decides, often late. Skywings says its final decision usually comes close to the flight; Noahinair sends a text by 21:00 the evening before.
How does a flight go, and how long does it take?
About an hour and a half from Interlaken, with 10 to 20 minutes in the air.
Meet
At a train station or another meeting point, which you choose when you book.
Ride up
About 20 minutes to Beatenberg, with first instructions on the way.
Take off
The pilot straps you in, and you run a few steps on the meadow together.
Land
On the Höhematte, in the centre of Interlaken. You can buy the photos from the pilot.
Who can fly, and what is the weight limit?
Most flights stop between 90 and 100 kg, and one at Mürren goes up to 115 kg.
Weight
From 80 kg on some slots to 115 kg, depending on the operator and the hour. See every limit, hour by hour.
Age
From 5 on several flights. The tourist office says six, so the offers and the office differ.
Health
Several operators rule out pregnancy, heart problems or epilepsy. Each flight lists its own under “Compare in detail”.
Running
You run a few steps at take-off. Sky4All's flight for wheelchair users does without them.
What should you settle before booking?
Your weight, your slot, and what happens if the weather turns.
Weight and slot
Limits change with the hour, so read them for the slot you pick. Over 90 kg, choose the operator first and the hour second.
Weather
Every flight here can be cancelled free up to 24 hours before. If the operator cancels, read that flight's own rule: a day trip from Geneva only refunds the flight part.
Insurance
Liability insurance only pays if the pilot made a mistake. Otherwise your own accident insurance applies, and foreign passengers often have too little. Check yours.
Can you do it as a day trip from Zurich or Geneva?
Yes: trains reach Interlaken every half hour from both, and two day trips include the flight.
By train you book any of the flights above yourself. From any major Swiss town, a train leaves for Interlaken at least once an hour.
A day trip from Zurich with the flight takes 10 h and costs from €328. A day trip from Geneva with the flight takes 13 h and costs from €371.
Is paragliding in Interlaken worth it?
That's yours to weigh: from €196 for 10 to 20 minutes in the air, with the lake and the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau in view.
How much does paragliding cost in Interlaken?
From €196 from Beatenberg and from €207 from Mürren. Photos and video are usually extra: 40 CHF where the operator gives a price.
Every priceIs paragliding in Interlaken safe?
We give no accident figure, because we found no solid source for one. Swiss law requires an official licence for tandem pilots and at least five million francs of passenger liability cover on commercial flights.
What the law requiresDo you need any experience?
No. A tandem flight needs no previous experience, and the pilot flies.
What should you wear?
Sports clothes and proper footwear. Some operators lend boots, and several ask you to bring a jacket.
What to wearCan you take your phone?
It depends on the operator. Airtime does not allow phones or selfie sticks. AlpinAir accepts a pocket camera only with a safety leash.
Can you paraglide from Grindelwald?
Not on a flight we can compare: none of the flights on GetYourGuide's lists left from Grindelwald when we read them. The nearest we compare leave from Beatenberg and Mürren.
Where to start?
Check your weight, then pick your flight.
