Paragliding Trip to the Flatlands of Macedonia

Explore new horizons and chase thermals in the picturesque town of Kruševo, North Macedonia! Nestled at an altitude of 1,350 meters, Kruševo is the highest town in the Balkans, offering unparalleled conditions for pilots eager to enhance their thermaling and cross-country (XC) skills.

Why Choose Kruševo for Your Next XC Paragliding Trip?

Diverse Terrain: Kruševo's unique blend of flatlands and mountainous regions creates an ideal playground for XC enthusiasts.

World-Class Flying Sites: With main takeoff points facing east and west, pilots can launch comfortably regardless of wind direction. The well-maintained asphalt roads leading up to these grassy slopes ensure easy access, even for beginners.

Rich Flying History: Kruševo has proudly hosted numerous international paragliding competitions, including the Paragliding World Cup, making it a renowned destination in the paragliding community.

More Than Just Flying – A Perfect Holiday Destination!
Beyond its incredible flying conditions, Kruševo is also an ideal spot to unwind after an epic day in the air. The town is filled with charming restaurants, cafés, and bars where pilots can relax, share flight stories, and soak in the warm Macedonian hospitality. Whether you're indulging in delicious local cuisine, sipping a cold drink with panoramic views, or exploring the town's rich cultural heritage, Kruševo offers the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.

Secure your spot today and join us for an unforgettable XC adventure!

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Travel

You can fly into Skopje International Airport in Macedonia on June 15 and get a return flight for June 22. We will organise airport pickups based on your timing, cost of transport to be shared by pilots on the same taxi.

Accomodation

The trip includes twin sharing accommodation in Krushevo. Partners are welcome. Single rooms are available at an additional supplement.

Fees & Dates

Guide :
Chris White
June 16 - 22, 2025 ( 7 days)
Guiding Fees : £950

includes
twin sharing accommodation
XC guidance
daily mountain transport
full retrieve service
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Flying Sites

Krusevo East Start 1420m ASL
It is facing east – northeast towards Pelagonia Valley. It is several minutes drive from the town and an asphalt road goes almost through the launch.

Krusevo West Start 1440m ASL
It’s a secondary smaller take off place facing west – southwest, it is 500 meters away from East Start.

Access to Nearby Flying Sites: While Kruševo is the main hub, the adventure doesn’t stop there! Weather permitting, we can also explore additional sites :

Ohrid – Soar above the stunning Lake Ohrid, one of Europe’s oldest and deepest lakes.

Treskavec – A breathtaking site near the Treskavec Monastery, offering scenic mountain flights.

Galičica – A spectacular ridge soaring spot with views stretching from Lake Ohrid to Lake Prespa.

Ribnik – A lesser-known gem providing diverse XC opportunities in the Macedonian countryside.

What to Expect on Your
Macedonia XC Paragliding Trip

These XC trips are suitable for XC pilots of all levels. We can provide thermalling coaching for progressing pilots, or take you on relaxed XC flights upto the Greek border !

Guided XC Flights: Each day begins with a comprehensive site and weather briefing. We'll set an exciting task and take off together, flying as a team under radio guidance to maximize your learning and enjoyment. Pilots will be required to be able to takeoff independently and select their outlandings without instruction.

Comfortable Accommodation: Relax at the Hotel Montana Palace, perched on the town's edge, offering stunning views and twin-sharing rooms with breakfast included. Non-flying partners are welcome to join and explore the charming town of Kruševo.

Seamless Logistics: From airport pickups at Skopje International or Thessaloniki Airport to daily mountain transports and full retrieve services, we've got all the details covered, allowing you to focus solely on your flying experience.

Typical Routes

Home thermals are everywhere: on the left, on the right side from the take off and sometimes straight ahead. All kind of different cross-country flights can be made from East start.

Usual flights are out-and-return to town Prilep to the East, all kind of triangles and zigzags in the valley or over the ridge or distance flights to the South up to the Greek border. Coming back from the South is quite difficult because in normal summer afternoon light north wind is blowing through the valley. A good road connection helps coming back.

90km triangle from Krushevo 65km free flight from Krushevo

Trip Checklist

01.

Flying Kit

We assume that you will arrive with a functional paraglider, harness and reserve parachute, vario/gps.

We recommend you bring along your own trackers (Inreach / Spots). We can provide flymaster trackers on rent if required.

The weather is nice and warm, good enough to fly in shorts and a thin flying jacket and gloves.

02.

Insurance

It is essential that you have travel insurance which covers you in respect of the following :
1. Medical Treatment
2. Medical Repatriation
3. Search & Rescue by helicopter

Please give our Risk Acceptance form a good read and make sure you understand and accept the risk involved.

Krushevo, Macedonia XC