Swiss Alps – If you’ve ever wondered what terrain flying looks like when it’s done clean and committed, this clip delivers. The video shows a speed flyer diving down the steep walls above Lauterbrunnen, carving smooth turns along the rock as the valley drops away beneath the wing. It’s fast, precise, and exactly the kind of “line choice” flying that makes speedflying so addictive to watch.
Unlike traditional paragliding, speedflying uses a smaller, higher-loaded wing designed for aggressive descents and rapid energy changes. The pilot isn’t just floating down — they’re riding the terrain, using speed as a tool to keep the wing pressurized and responsive while committing to a steep, uninterrupted path.
Clips like this also highlight the serious side of proximity flying. Terrain amplifies consequences, and the air near cliff faces can be unpredictable due to wind deflection, turbulence, and rotor. That combination — high speed plus complex air — is why this kind of flying sits firmly in expert territory.
Watch the full video above, and keep an eye on the control inputs: the turns stay measured and consistent, showing how smooth technique matters just as much as courage when the terrain gets vertical.
