October 16, 2026

By Daniel Perret

Paragliding · Landing area · Emmetten

Paragliding landing strip Gruob Emmetten

Gruob is located below the Niederbauen valley station and is described in the guide as an alternative landing site. A right turn is marked on the topo map.

Place
Emmetten
Type
Landing place
Height
not specified separately in the PDF
Data basis
Guide 2023

Orientation

Landing area & approach

The guide recommends landing only in light winds. With stronger winds, turbulence and a significant drop in altitude are possible; avoid the lee area behind the barn in particular.

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.

Landeplan Gruob with right turns and valley station Niederbauen
Landeplan Gruob with right turns and the valley station Niederbauen. Flight guide Engelbergertal, 1st edition 2023, page 73. Click to enlarge.

Clarify before landing

Important notes

  • Lee behind the barn and strong sinking when the wind is stronger.
  • The year-round availability mentioned in the guide must be confirmed before the flight.
  • No vehicles at the landing area.

After landing

Wrinkles & Return Journey

Fold in the designated area in front of or behind the barn. Walk over the paved path to the 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 73. Text has been edited for this overview. Photos, maps and labeled topographic maps from the provided guide; source of maps according to the imprint: Federal Office for State Topography / © swisstopo. The image captions reflect the current status as of 2023.

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