Paragliding · Landing area · Stans
Paragliding landing strip Stans near the hospital
The landing strip is located above the Stans hospital. The windsock marks the designated area; fruit trees delimit the landing area.
- Place
- Stans
- Type
- Landing place
- Height
- 460 m according to the flight area table
- Data basis
- Guide 2023
Orientation
Landing area & approach
Use the meadow marked on the topo map and check the actual location of the windsock in person. The accessibility from Stanserhorn depends on wind and elevation reserve.
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.
Clarify before landing
Important notes
- Fruit trees in the surroundings.
- CTR Buochs: no release based on fixed times, weekends, or lunch breaks. Check current status and special arrangements.
After landing
Wrinkles & Return Journey
Plan the return route to the Stanserhornbahn or to the Stans train station using the local routes.
Suitable starting positions
Related flight areas
Stanserhorn
From the Stanserhorn you can see over Lake Lucerne all the way to the Mittelland region. The northern start is especially a popular starting point with suitable winds; at the summit there is a significantly more demanding southern start.
View details ↗Further planning
Sources & current information
Basis: Flugguide Engelbergertal, Erich Lötscher & Dani Perret, 1st edition 2023, pages 18. Text has been revised by the editorial team 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.
