Test'ival de Parapente - 5th edition

For three days, test and meet paragliding brands in a festive atmosphere and while flying over beautiful landscapes.

Test'ival de Parapente - Samoëns
Three days of testing, flying and sharing

For three days, the Samoëns Paragliding Test'ival invites you to test the latest wings and equipment, meet the brands and experience paragliding in a friendly, festive atmosphere, in the heart of spectacular scenery.

Whether you're an avid pilot, a curious flyer or a family, come and share unique moments of flight, encounters and entertainment.

[Detailed program + registration coming soon].

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On site:

➡️Le Salon des Marques : Tests & meetings with brands

Discover and test the latest paragliding products in the field.

Brands will be present for :

- let you try out their wings and equipment,

- answer your questions,

- share their expertise.

All in a simple, passionate atmosphere.


➡️Le Market: Sale of local and artisanal products


➡️Zone inflation

A dedicated area will be available for practising inflation, trying out equipment and talking to brands in ideal conditions.


➡️Décollage : Les Saix

The main take-off point is at Les Saix, a remarkable site offering exceptional views over the Giffre valley.

- Access in 20 minutes from Test'ival via free shuttle, then Vercland gondola.
Lift fare: 10€ per day, unlimited uphill (Pass available at the Test'ival village reception desk).

- Ideal site for equipment testing

- Spectacular panorama of the surrounding mountains


➡️Atterrissage : Samoëns

Designed for serene flying, the Samoëns landing offers :

- a large, easy-to-land area,

- perfect visibility from the sky,

- direct access to the Test'ival showroom.


➡️Cinéma

Screening of two films/documentaries followed by a discussion with athletes


➡️Vol Bi-place

Take advantage of the event to take a tandem paragliding flight.
Reservations on site or by telephone the day before at the Tourist Office.


➡️Animations for children aged 2 to 12


➡️Restauration

On-site catering will be available for the duration of the event, to make the most of the festival atmosphere.


➡️Concert


➡️Inscriptions

Please bring with you to ⬇️
1 piece of identification
FFVL license or proof of civil liability insurance.
A deposit of €1,500 in cash.
Registration 100% online (via dedicated form) and free of charge.

Once your registration is complete, a ticket with QR code will be generated. Present your ticket directly to the brands.
Choose your equipment, test it, return it and try again!

[Registration link coming soon]

Complément de localisation

From the Samoëns tourist office, walk down to the parking lot below the skating rink to take the impasse des drugères. At the end of this, take the footpath to the right of the MMV Residence. At the end of the path, take the crosswalk. The path is suitable for PRMs.

Access by shuttle bus in summer and winter, more information from the Samoëns tourist office, accessible for wheelchair users.

Free PRM parking nearby.

Complément de réservation

If you are interested in joining our team of volunteers and contributing to the success of the Test'ival de Parapente in Samoëns, please contact us at evenement@samoens.com, indicating your availability. We look forward to welcoming you to our dynamic team!