DESCRIPTION

Azinha is the cornerstone of the flying sites in Serra da Estrela. With its South facing take-off high above the valley it presents a stunning view towards Torre (the highest peak of Serra da Estrela mountain ridge and continental Portugal) and over the the river Zêzere. (©clubevertical.org)

ACTIVITIES

- paragliding
- flatland
- hanggliding
- hike
- thermals
- xc

weather

Flight conditions: Due to the South exposure, with the Sun heating the slope, and the orographic characteristics of the spot, it is possible to fly with any wind direction, if the meteorological wind speed does not exceed 15km/h. If the meteorological wind is also south then it should be limited to 20km/h, with the thermal activity adding up to it, it normally works all day. East wind works until 18h and North and West wind until 15h. Ideal forecast is a light south or westerly wind. (©clubevertical.org)

access

11km of Tarmac road from LZ plus 3 km more of dirt road (about 20minutea)

regulation

Most of the flying area is under the Temporary Reserved Airspace areas TRA54 and TRA55, used mainly for military purpose. The normal maximum altitude allowed is 3200m (10500 feet), but often for events in the area, NOTAMs to FL125 (3810m or 12500 feet).