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Pirgi-Petrousa

SE to W facing thermal site · 1,195 m takeoff · 962 m height gain

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Overview

Pirgi-Petrousa is a flatland site in Greece with a recorded launch elevation of 1,195 m. It works best in south-easterly, southerly, south-westerly and westerly winds, and can also work in north-easterly winds. Pilots fly it for thermal, using foot launch. It is recorded as suitable for cross-country flights.

  • Flyable period from February to November Take off for the competition Aioleia which is organized in the area during June Source: ParaglidingEarth

When to go

Flyable days per month in a typical year.

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Local weather notes

  • Strong thermals at summer midday pilots with small thermaling experience should be carefull Source: ParaglidingEarth

Getting there

Nearest airports

  • KVA Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport63 km
  • SKG Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport116 km
  • PDV Plovdiv International Airport118 km

Plan to reach the landing field or the nearest town to Pirgi-Petrousa; most takeoffs are reached by shuttle, cable car or a ride from a local pilot. Data: © OpenStreetMap contributors

Where to stay

The nearest towns, for a bed, food and a lift to takeoff.

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Sources

Short extracts from ParaglidingEarth. Read the full guide before you fly.

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