What can I do in the webcam player menu?

The menu gives access to timelapse, image or video sharing, local weather data, daily replay over the past 365 days, and a detailed description of the selected paragliding site.

What should I do if the paragliding webcam does not load?

Outside operating hours, the webcam is in night mode. During active hours, if it is temporarily unavailable, try again a few minutes later or check the weather data as an additional source of information.

Paragliding webcams in Ariège — Port de Lers & Prat d'Albis

Q: Are the Ariège paragliding webcams live?

Yes, a new image is captured approximately every minute. Port de Lers is live from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm and Prat d'Albis from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Outside these time slots, the webcams switch to night mode.

Q: Can I decide to go flying based only on the webcam?

No. The webcam is a visual confirmation tool and does not replace a full analysis of the weather forecast, wind aloft, stability, thermal index and the pilot's level.

Check visibility, cloud base and general flying conditions in real time on our two main paragliding sites before heading up.

Live

Port de Lers: north-west take-off, reliable flying site

Take-off altitude: ~1,417 m Orientation: North-West Level: All levels Live: 7:30 am → 6:00 pm

An iconic paragliding site in the Couserans area, Port de Lers offers a clear north-west-facing take-off and a generous landing area below. The webcam gives you an instant view of cloud cover, air movement and the convective potential over the surrounding mountains.

What this webcam shows you:

Visibility and cloud formation along the ridges
Sunshine versus high-altitude cloud veil
Thermal signs: cumulus streets, spreading clouds
Go / no-go decision-making before driving up to the pass

Pilot tip: cross-check the webcam with your forecast — wind at take-off, thermal index and stability — to avoid surprises when you arrive.

Live

Prat d'Albis

Take-off 1200 m

Antennas 1400 m

Prat d'Albis: the ridge above Foix

Altitude: ~1,200 m Orientation: North-West Level: Experienced thermal pilots Live: 8:00 am → 8:00 pm

An iconic ridge overlooking Foix, Prat d'Albis is a favourite flying playground for local pilots. The webcam gives an immediate view of the cloud base, morning valley condensation and the stability of the air mass.

What this webcam shows you:

Cloud base and cumulus height
Humidity and morning valley fog
Convective cycles developing during the day
Landing comfort around the landing zone

Pilot tip: if the ridge is capped early in the morning, the day may become very active. Watch how quickly the clouds build.

How to read these paragliding webcams

Visibility: are the ridge and landing area clearly visible?
Cloud base: does the cloud base leave enough safety margin above take-off?
Wind clues: tree movement, cloud drift direction, rotor signs or venturi effects.
Timing: calm morning conditions, thermal triggering, late-day overdevelopment.
Safety first: when in doubt, choose the calmer option — or fly with a Kymaya instructor.

Everything the player offers

Timelapse

A time-lapse video generated regularly to help you follow how conditions evolve.

Easy sharing

Share the live image or time-lapse video with your flying friends in just one click.

Local weather

Wind, temperature and pressure data from the site, directly integrated into the player.

365-day replay

Watch the time-lapse from any day over the past year.

Site description

All the practical information about the flying site: take-off, landing, key features and required level.

Fly in Ariège with Kymaya Parapente

Visiting the Ariège Pyrenees? We offer tandem paragliding flights as well as progression courses, from your first flights to independent flying. Our team flies these sites almost daily and will help guide you towards the right time slot and the right site depending on the day’s conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Are the webcams really live?

Yes. A new image is captured approximately every minute. Port de Lers is live from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, and Prat d'Albis from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Outside these time slots, the webcams automatically switch to night mode.

What can I do in the player menu?

The player menu gives pilots access to several useful features: timelapse, sharing the image or video, local weather, daily replay over the past 365 days, and a detailed site description for the selected paragliding site.

Can I decide to go flying based only on the webcam?

No. The webcam is an excellent visual confirmation tool, but it does not replace a full weather and aerology analysis: forecast, wind aloft, stability, thermal index, and of course your level and physical condition on the day. Use it as an additional tool.

Which site should I choose today: Port de Lers or Prat d'Albis?

It depends on the wind direction and your flying goal. Port de Lers works well in a north-west to west flow and remains a very accessible school site. Prat d'Albis is better suited to north-west conditions and offers excellent terrain for thermal flying and cross-country. When in doubt, contact us.

What should I do if the webcam does not load?

Outside operating hours, the webcam is in night mode — this is normal. During active hours, it may occasionally be unavailable due to very cloudy weather, maintenance or temporary signal loss. Try again a few minutes later, or check our Ariège weather stations for additional data.

Where does the data displayed below the webcam come from?

The weather data displayed below the webcam is provided for information and helps complement the visual reading of the conditions. It does not replace a complete aerological analysis before flying.