Cucco fly


For several years now, Monte Cucco (1566m above sea level) has been known as one of the best areas of the world for hang-gliding. The launch sites (north and south) can be easily reached by car using paved roads. One can start and land with ease at the same location. Monte Cucco is so well-known that it played host to the 1998 the delta Worweltmeisterschaft, and in 1999 the World Hang-Gliding Championships will take place here. The Hotel Bar Restaurant MONTE CUCCO di Tobia is located in the immediate vicinity of the launch sites and offers to hang-gliding fans weather information, fly pass, and the experience of Alberto Beni, " flyer " of old date.

	South launch site: Large launch site, with the possibility of easy top landing; with views of the cities of Sigillo and Costacciaro. Easy access from asphalted road. Large and comfortable landing strip in the valley (Sigillo), a short distance from the Center of Free Flight of Scirca. Easy to fly with northwest to southwest winds.
	North launch site: The sight is on the marchigiano territory of the Fabrianese. On clear days one is able to distinguish the Adriatic coast. A launch site where one can fly with winds from northeast to southeast. This flight requires somewhat more experience than the south flight. The landing strip for the north flights is situated in the valley direction Adriakueste.


Loc. Val di Ranco - 06028 Sigillo (PG) Italia - Tel/Fax (075) 9177194 - albergomontecucco@retein.net