Kitzeck

Kitzeck is a rarely-flown but scenic site in southern Styria, Austria, launching south and southeast off a steep meadow with just under 200 m of height difference — modest but real. The landing field sits in the river floodplain next to a local tavern, where the landing fee is also collected, so plan to bring a little cash and maybe stay for a drink afterward. The one thing to check before you go: the site sits right at the edge of Graz's controlled airspace (CTR), so confirm current airspace status rather than assuming it's clear. Because it's flown so rarely, don't expect much local chatter or a well-worn routine here — treat it as a site to approach carefully and verify conditions yourself rather than relying on other pilots being around.

Getting there & local rules

The landing meadow is in the river floodplain next to a local tavern, where you also pay the landing fee — a nice place to stop for a bite afterward.

Local rules & hazards

The site sits right at the edge of Graz's controlled airspace (CTR) — check current airspace status before you fly here.

Check conditions before you fly

A forecast for the valley is not a forecast for the launch. Before heading to Kitzeck, read the wind and thermals for the site itself, confirm the day's rules with the local club, and remember the standing rule — when in doubt, don't launch. In the free OutDare app you can open Kitzeck with a 7-day forecast built from high-resolution weather models, see who else has been flying, and get there with offline maps.