Arrabida
📍 Setubal , Palmela · Nearest city: Quinta do Anjo (9 km)
20 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 355 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
38.48970, -8.97590Forecast next days
Updated: 2026-04-21 02:20 UTC · Source: Open-Meteo · Thermal window 10:00–18:00 local time
Flyable day, decent conditions, cloud base ~604 m, strong wind (29 km/h).
base ~604m · wind 29 km/hMarginal conditions, cloud base ~1186 m, wind 12 km/h.
base ~1186m · wind 12 km/hMarginal conditions, cloud base ~899 m, wind 18 km/h.
base ~899m · wind 18 km/hComposite flyability score (CAPE + LI + wind + precip + low clouds). Cross-check with local pilots before flying.
🌬 Daily wind (next days)
Daily summary (10m wind). Full hour × altitude chart is being added progressively.
Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.65 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
easy, gravel field, large enough for 2..3 gliders. you should be able to start backwards
Rules and notes
! Forbidden from middle of june to middle of september ! For airspace and NOTAMs, please see https://cavok.pt/fuaflex/fua-portugal/
Pilot comments
Being so close to Lisbon, it is very popular site for local and also visiting pilots, especially on weekends. One nice flight to do is reaching Troia beach across the river, in front of Setubal. But make sure you have enough altitude and glide ratio for this adventure! :)
Nearby sites
Arrabida HG ramp (10) · Arrabida Norte (2) · Serra do Louro - Palmela (2) · Sesimbra (12) · Meco (5) · Bicas (3)