October 16, 2026

By Daniel Perret

Paragliding · Landing area · Emmetten

Paragliding landing pad Berggrind Emmetten

The main playing field of Niederbauen is located near the school buildings in Emmetten. According to the guide, the field slopes slightly.

Place
Emmetten
Type
Landing place
Height
815 m according to the Niederbauen Flight Area Table
Data basis
Guide 2023

Orientation

Landing area & approach

Pay attention to the intended area and take into account the fruit trees in the surrounding area. The graphic shows the return route to the valley station as well as the neighboring buildings.

From the flight guide

Map, Volten & Pictures

The graphic includes the original markings of the 2023 guide. Wind-dependent obstacles, obstacles, landing area, and usage rules before the flight on site are confirmed.

Land plan of Berggrind Emmetten with schoolhouse, church and marked return route
Berggrind Emmetten trail map with schoolhouse, church and marked return route. Flight guide Engelbergertal, 1st edition 2023, page 72. Click to enlarge.

Clarify before landing

Important notes

  • Fruit trees in the vicinity of the landing area.
  • For the return journey, you must use the designated paths; do not go across the meadows.

After landing

Wrinkles & Return Journey

Follow the marked footpath to the Niederbauen valley station.

Suitable starting positions

Related flight areas

Lower railway line above Lake of Four Lakes
Flight area · Emmetten

Niederbauen

There are three starting points directly in the area of the Niederbauen mountain station near Emmetten. The guide describes the northern start as the standard option, adding two southern alternatives with significantly different requirements.

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Further planning

Sources & current information

Basis: Flugguide Engelbergertal, Erich Lötscher & Dani Perret, 1st edition 2023, pages 72. Text has been revised for this overview. Photos, maps and labeled topographic maps from the provided guide; source of maps according to the imprint: Federal Office for Land Surveying / © swisstopo. The image captions reflect the current status as of 2023.

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