Piz Mundaun

Piz Mundaun launches from 2,040 m above Obersaxen in the Graubünden region of Switzerland, with south, southeast and west-facing options that give the mountain flexibility across a range of wind directions. The standard way up is the gondola from Cuolm Sura, which makes the launch accessible without a full hike, though it's worth checking the summer timetable before planning a day around it since lift schedules can be seasonal. The one condition that demands real respect here is foehn: this stretch of the Alps is known foehn territory, and the warm, gusty foehn wind can turn a calm-looking day dangerous with little warning, so checking the forecast for foehn specifically — not just wind speed — matters more here than at a typical site. Swiss airspace in this region is worth researching properly before flying, since restrictions and active danger areas can apply beyond what's obvious from the ground. The landing is at Obersaxen, in the valley below the launch.

Local rules & hazards

Watch for foehn: this is known foehn territory, and the warm, gusty foehn wind can turn conditions dangerous with little warning — check the forecast for foehn specifically before flying.

Check conditions before you fly

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