Jatzmeder – 2090

Jatzmeder is a west-facing launch at about 2,090 metres near Davos, in the Graubünden Alps of Switzerland, reached by gondola from the Davos–Glaris area rather than a hike. That makes it a relatively accessible high-altitude site for the region. The launch only works with wind from the west, so the forecast needs to line up before a visit is worth planning. There's one hard restriction worth knowing well in advance: during the World Economic Forum, held in Davos every year, the entire airspace around the town is closed to flying, no exceptions — so check the WEF dates before making a trip here in that period. Outside of that window, Switzerland's usual airspace complexity still applies, and checking current restrictions before flying is worth the extra effort given how layered the rules can be. Between the gondola access and the single flyable wind direction, Jatzmeder rewards a bit of planning — both around the weather and, once a year, around the calendar.

Launch & conditions

West-facing launch at ~2,090 m near Davos, reached by gondola from Davos-Glaris.

Getting there & local rules

Gondola from the Davos–Glaris area.

Local rules & hazards

During the World Economic Forum in Davos, the entire surrounding airspace is closed to flying — check WEF dates before planning a trip. Outside that, Switzerland's usual airspace complexity still applies, so confirm current restrictions before flying.

Check conditions before you fly

A forecast for the valley is not a forecast for the launch. Before heading to Jatzmeder – 2090, 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 Jatzmeder – 2090 with a 7-day forecast built from high-resolution weather models, see who else has been flying, and get there with offline maps.