Our take
The wildest way to see the Chaîne des Puys: from the air. You take off from the summit of the Puy de Dôme, and the volcanoes spread out beneath your feet.
A tandem flight over the volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys, with state-qualified instructors.
Tandem paragliding flights from the summit of the Puy de Dôme, over the Chaîne des Puys, with state-qualified instructors. In 2026, Action Parapente has teamed up with the Flying Puy de Dôme school, based in Orcines: that's where flights and courses are booked. The introductory flight lasts about twenty minutes depending on conditions and costs €100 in 2026, the ride up to the summit not included. Booking is essential, and the flight depends on the weather.
Why we love it
- The Chaîne des Puys seen from above, volcanoes as far as the eye can see
- Taking off from the summit of the Puy de Dôme, into the wind
- The feeling of gliding in silence over the craters
- The optional flight video, transferred straight to your phone
Top tip
The flight depends on the weather (wind). Book several days ahead, especially in summer. In 2026, a video of the flight is offered as an option, for €30.
Before you go
- Go for a late-day slot, flying conditions are often more stable
- Dress warmer than you think, the temperature drops quickly with altitude
- Book ahead: if the weather rules out flying, you are offered another appointment
Weather for the next 3 days
Today
12°/4°
2 mm · 49 km/h
Tomorrow
15°/2°
dry · 15 km/h
Tue 27
20°/11°
0 mm · 22 km/h
Source: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0). General lowland forecasts, to be cross-checked with specialist mountain forecasts at altitude.
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