Confin, San Bernardino

Confin above San Bernardino is an easy, grassy hike-and-fly takeoff in the Swiss Alps at about 2,147 m, reached by following a hiking trail toward Confin and then the path up to Tre Omen — the launch sits in front of a large rock at around 2,170 m. It works best in the morning with a weak south wind, and the landing is described as ideal in those same light south-wind conditions. Despite the easy, beginner-friendly grass launch, there's one fact every pilot needs before flying here: the takeoff sits close to the main alpine ridge, and flying with a north wind at this specific site can be deadly. Check the wind direction carefully before committing to launch, no matter how gentle the day looks from the ground. A genuinely approachable hike-and-fly summit, but only within its narrow, specific wind window.

Launch & conditions

An easy, grassy hike-and-fly takeoff at about 2,147 m, reached via the trail toward Confin and then up to Tre Omen, launching in front of a large rock near 2,170 m. Best in the morning with a weak south wind.

Local rules & hazards

This takeoff sits close to the main alpine ridge — flying here with a north wind can be deadly. Only fly in weak south wind, and confirm the wind direction carefully before launching.

Check conditions before you fly

A forecast for the valley is not a forecast for the launch. Before heading to Confin, San Bernardino, 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 Confin, San Bernardino with a 7-day forecast built from high-resolution weather models, see who else has been flying, and get there with offline maps.