Malga Morando (Recoaro – Vicenza)

Malga Morando launches at 1,100 m above Recoaro Terme in the Vicenza pre-Alps, facing south-east, and stands out mainly for being under-used relative to how good it is — locals note it's a solid choice specifically for pilots who want to get airborne early in the day, before other launches in the area come into condition. The recorded wind range is unusually broad, covering all eight compass points from north through east, south and west, which suggests the site can work across a wide range of set-ups rather than demanding one specific wind. Thermal, cross-country and hike-and-fly conditions are all on offer. Because it sees less traffic than nearby launches, pilots can expect a quieter morning here, with more room and less queuing at take-off. For pilots in the Recoaro–Vicenza area willing to get up early, Malga Morando offers an uncrowded alternative with genuine XC potential once the day's thermals establish.

Launch & conditions

South-east-facing launch; a good choice for launching early in the day, before other sites in the area come into condition.

Check conditions before you fly

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