{"product_id":"thermik-und-fohnkarte-alpenraum","title":"Thermal and Föhn Map of the Alpine Region","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eAlpine Region Thermal and Föhn Map\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAlpine Thermal and Föhn Map by VIENTO Publishing\u003c\/strong\u003e is a large-format flight map designed for planning alpine thermal and cross-country flights. It shows well-known thermal sources, important flight routes, prominent mountains and Alpine passes, as well as possible routes for crossing the Alps.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith its extensive coverage of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e80% of the Alpine region\u003c\/strong\u003e, the map provides valuable information for glider pilots and experienced paragliders and XC pilots who are deeply involved in Alpine meteorology and cross-country flight strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe double-sided map combines detailed thermal information with a \u003cstrong\u003emap of the southern and northern foehn winds\u003c\/strong\u003e on the reverse side.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eUnderstanding Alpine Thermals and Cross-Country Routes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVIENTO Alpine Thermal Map\u003c\/strong\u003e shows well-known thermal hotspots that can produce updrafts of varying strength depending on the time of day and weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlotted flight lines, possible main ridge crossings, and prominent mountains and passes help pilots better understand the Alpine topography, identify sensitive areas, and analyze suitable cross-country routes. The thermal map illustrates typical thermals on a day with little wind and active thermals. The map also indicates landing options.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe map covers numerous well-known flying regions—from the Mont Blanc area to eastern Austria, and from the Black Forest and the Vosges to Trieste.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eImportant Swiss flying regions such as Ticino, Western Switzerland, and the Jura are also included.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eSouth and North Föhn Map for Flight Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA special feature of the \u003cstrong\u003ethermal and foehn map\u003c\/strong\u003e is the printed reverse side, which provides information on the southern and northern foehn.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis illustration aids in understanding large-scale Föhn currents and helps better contextualize typical meteorological patterns in the Alpine region.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKnowledge of Föhn conditions, wind currents, and potential lee areas is particularly important for flight preparation in mountainous terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e This map is intended for flight preparation and does not replace a current weather forecast, Föhn warning, or airspace information.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 80% of the Alpine region\u003c\/strong\u003e is covered by the map\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKnown thermal sources and updraft hotspots\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHotspots verified by actual flights\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRecommended flight routes and possible main ridge crossings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSouth and North Föhn map on the back\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eProminent mountains and Alpine passes with elevation data\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAirfields with radio frequencies, including MIL\/ZIV\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eClassification of potential emergency landing sites\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e10-km circles around airfields\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eQR codes linking to important information pages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdditional information map for alpine gliding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLarge-format, double-sided flight map\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOptimized for gliding—but also suitable for paragliders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for cross-country flight planning and preparing for alpine flights\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable class=\"MsoNormalTable\" style=\"mso-cellspacing: 1.5pt; 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mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;\"\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd style=\"padding: .75pt .75pt .75pt .75pt;\"\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlpine gliding, thermal and cross-country flight planning\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eContents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1x Thermal and Föhn Map of the Alps \u003cbr\u003e1x Additional Gliding Information Map \u003cbr\u003e1x Plastic protective sleeve\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch6\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h6\u003e \u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eWhat does the Alpine Thermal and Föhn Map show?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe map shows known thermal sources within the Alpine weather system, recommended flight routes, possible Alpine crossings, prominent mountains and passes, as well as important airfields. On the reverse side are a southern and a northern Föhn map. In summary, the map shows: northern and southern Föhn, hotspots, thermals, flight routes, and landing options.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eIs the thermal map also suitable for paragliders?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe map was developed specifically for gliding. However, it is also of great importance for paragliders and hang gliders. Experienced paragliders and XC pilots can make good use of the information on thermal sources, terrain, and wind systems when planning their flights. However, flight routes and landing options must be assessed independently for paragliders.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eWhich regions does the map cover?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe map covers approximately 80% of the Alpine region. Coverage extends, among other areas, from the Mont Blanc region to eastern Austria, and from the Black Forest and the Vosges to Trieste.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the thermal map and the foehn map?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe thermal map shows known areas of rising air and opportunities for cross-country flying. The Föhn maps on the back help identify typical southern and northern Föhn currents in the Alpine region.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eCan the map be used to assess current flight weather conditions?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe map is suitable as a supplementary planning aid. However, it does not show current weather data and does not replace a flight weather forecast or current airspace and safety information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viento Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53981116268810,"sku":"1006274","price":32.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0846\/7850\/8810\/files\/thermik-und-foehn-karte-relief-segelfliegen-paragliding-viento_1.png?v=1792999097","url":"https:\/\/paragliding24.ch\/en\/products\/thermik-und-fohnkarte-alpenraum","provider":"Paragliding24.ch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}