Experience the Alps: The 2026 Grand Tour

Coupe Icare

Experience the Alps: The 2026 Grand Tour

Geneva – Annecy – Coupe Icare – The Dolomites – Bavaria

September 15th – October 1st, 2026

Join 4-time Red Bull X-Alps athlete Max Powers for the ultimate two-week pilgrimage through the heart of European flight. This isn’t just a tour; it’s an all-access pass to the most iconic flying sites on the planet. Whether you are a pilot looking for the thermals of a lifetime or a non-flying partner seeking Alpine magic, this trip is designed for you.

The Journey

Part 1: The French Connection (Annecy & St. Hilaire)

We begin in the paragliding capital of the world.

  • Lake Annecy: Sharpen your skills over the turquoise waters of the most photographed flying site in Europe.
  • Coupe Icare: Experience the “Woodstock of Flight.” We’ll camp in the heart of the world’s largest free-flying festival at St. Hilaire—witnessing the Masquerade flights, the trade show, and the electric atmosphere that defines our sport.

Part 2: The Italian Masterpiece (The Dolomites)

Cross the border into Italy to fly the jagged limestone cathedrals of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites. This is high-alpine flying at its most majestic, offering ridge soaring and thermaling that will stay with you forever.

Part 3: Fairytales & Festivals (Bavaria & Munich)

We conclude the journey in Max’s homeland of Bavaria, Germany.

  • The Royal Castles: Soar over the world-famous Neuschwanstein Castle (the inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty). We will fly the legendary peaks of Tegelberg and Breitenberg.
  • The Grand Finale: We trade our harnesses for Lederhosen! We wrap up the tour with a final celebration at the world-famous Munich Oktoberfest.

The Itinerary (still fine-tuning the exact dates)

  • Sept 15: Arrival & Pickup in Geneva, Switzerland. Transfer to Lake Annecy.
  • Sept 16–17: Flying the incredible ridges of Annecy.
  • Sept 18–20: The Coupe Icare Festival (St. Hilaire).
  • Sept 21: Scenic drive through the Alps to the Dolomites, Italy.
  • Sept 22–24: Epic high-mountain flying in the Dolomites.
  • Sept 25: Journey to Pfronten, Bavaria (Germany).
  • Sept 26–29: Flying the Bavarian Alps & the Royal Castles.
  • Sept 30: The Oktoberfest Celebration in Munich.
  • Oct 1: Departures from Munich.

Tour Logistics & What to Expect

This tour is designed to provide you with elite guiding and seamless transportation between the most iconic flying sites in the world. By keeping the tour “flexible,” we allow you to customize your experience—whether you prefer luxury hotels, charming Alpine Airbnbs, or local guesthouses.

What is Included:

  • Elite Guiding: 4-time Red Bull X-Alps athlete Max Powers as your lead guide and site briefer.
  • Transport: Professional ground transportation from the pickup in Geneva through all Alpine crossings, ending in Munich.
  • Expert Knowledge: Years of local “insider” knowledge on weather, launch sites, and European flight regulations.

Cost: Still working on it

What is Not Included:

  • Accommodations: We will recommend specific hotels or campgrounds at each stop so the group stays close together, but you are free to book the lodging that best suits your style and budget.
  • Lift & Gondola Fees: Costs for mountain access vary by site.
  • Food & Drink: Explore the incredible local cuisine of France, Italy, and Germany at your own pace!
  • Personal Flight Gear: Pilots must provide their own certified equipment.

Here are some photos and link of previous tours:

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