Takeoff and landing
Altitudes, the concrete takeoff, where to land and where not to.
Read the guideThe site at a glance
- Takeoff
- About 250 mConcrete surface
- Landing
- About 60 mOn the road to the takeoff
- Hike-and-fly
- About 40 minutesFrom the dunes to the launch
- Coordinates
- 29.7004, -9.9318
About the site
Nid d'Aigle is a hill launch with a concrete takeoff surface at about 250 m. The landing is at about 60 m, on the road up to the takeoff, with plenty of barren fields around. A top landing is possible.
You can drive to the launch or hike up from the dunes in about 40 minutes. The wind needs care here: there is a warning for both south and north wind.
Plan your day
Conditions and access
Directions from Tiznit, the hike-and-fly route and the wind warning.
Read the guideGallery
Photos and videos.
Read the guideRules
Landing etiquette and what is not published yet.
Read the guideWhere it is
The map shows the listed position of the site.
Photos
Pictures of flying in Morocco.
Quick answers
Where is Nid d'Aigle?
The site is in the Tiznit area, on the road from Aglou Plage towards Mirleft, at 29.7004, -9.9318. The access page has the full directions.
How high are the takeoff and the landing?
The takeoff is at about 250 m and the landing at about 60 m, on the road to the takeoff.
What is the takeoff like?
The takeoff is a concrete surface.
Where should I land?
Land in the barren fields around the road to the takeoff. Avoid planted fields: landing in them puts the site at risk. A top landing is also possible.
Can I hike up instead of driving?
Yes. Hike-and-fly takes about 40 minutes from the dunes to the launch. The conditions and access page describes the route.
Is there a wind warning?
Yes, take care with both south and north wind.
This guide is information, not instruction. Paragliding is dangerous, and every pilot decides for themselves whether to fly.