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Event info
Join us for the Vipava Valley Open 2025, an exhilarating paragliding cross-country competition set to take place in the end of August in the stunning Vipava Valley. This event, proudly organized by DJP Kovk Ajdovščina, is a FAI 2 category competition, attracting top pilots from around the globe.
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Live trackers supplied
The organiser will supply Live trackers to you, for safety and scoring
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Good phone coverage
The region generally has good phone coverage
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Radio coverage
We will be monitoring radios for your safety whilst you fly
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Launch Transport
There will be vehicles supplied to take you to launch
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Retrieve included
There will be retrieve vehicles available to return pilots to HQ
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Airtribune blogging
The organisers are using Airtribune for registration, tracking, blogging and to publish scores
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Lunch packs
There will be daily lunch packs for pilots
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Goal beers
There will usually be goal beers for winners
Prize funds and scoring categories
- Overall
- Female
- Serial class (certified gliders up to EN-D)
- Sport class (certified gliders up to EN-C)
Event info
Join us for the Vipava Valley Open 2025, an exhilarating paragliding cross-country competition set to take place in the end of August in the stunning Vipava Valley. This event, proudly organized by DJP Kovk Ajdovščina, is a FAI 2 category competition, attracting top pilots from around the globe.
Why Vipava Valley?
Breathtaking Scenery: Nestled between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, Vipava Valley offers unparalleled natural beauty, making it a perfect backdrop for paragliding.
Gourmet Delights: Savor the region’s renowned cuisine, featuring local wines and traditional dishes that reflect the rich culinary heritage of Slovenia.
Warm Hospitality: Experience the friendliness and warmth of the local hosts, ensuring a welcoming and memorable stay.
Ideal Flying Conditions: Known for its excellent paragliding conditions, Vipava Valley provides the best environment for cross-country flights, with reliable thermals and stunning landscapes.
Don’t miss this opportunity to compete in one of the most scenic and hospitable regions in the world. Whether you’re a seasoned pilot or a paragliding enthusiast, the Vipava Valley Open 2025 promises an unforgettable experience.
Flying site
Selection and entry fee
30€ payable via bank transfer (and is not refundable) + 90€ cash at the competition registration
The acceptance into the event is according to the order of payment.
Documents required at registration
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FAI Sporting Licence
Issued by your local NAC on behalf of the FAI. You cannot normally compete in an FAI event without one. Contact your National Association (NAC)
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FAI IPPI Card
The FAI IPPI card is an International card that states your skill level. It is issued by your National Association and matches the level or your flying Licence
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National Licence
The organiser requires you to present your National flying licence.
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Signed Application form
You will need to sign an applicaton form at the venue. Usually the organiser will provide it on arrival.
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Signed Waiver/Release form
You will need to sign a waiver or release document to show you understand the risks. Usually the organiser will provide it on arrival.
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Liability Insurance
You must provide the organiser with a copy of your liability (3rd party) insurance documents
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Rescue/Medical Insurance
You must provide the organiser with a copy of your medical, rescue and repatriation insurance. You can purchase Global Rescue cover from Airtribune
Cancellation Policy
Prize fund and scoring categories
Trophies for overall podium
Medals for podium in categories (min three participants)
General schedule
Daily schedule:
08:00 - Headquarters opens
09:00 - Transport to take-off
11:00 - Meet Director / Task and Safety Committee meetings
11:15 - Pilots' briefing / Previous task official results / Task definition
12:30 - Take-off window opens
16:30 - Scoring office opens
22:00 - Provisional results
Sunday, 31.8.2025
- 9:00, transport to TO
- 11:15, task briefing at TO
- 17:00, provisional results
- 18:00, final results, (award ceremony)
We will offer transport to the take-off each day from 9:00 onwards.
Accommodation and Activities
How to get here
VW9W+7H Vipava, Slovenia
Ajdovscina Slovenia
Downloads
Waypoint files
Organizers
DJP Kovk Ajdovščina
kovkfly@gmail.com
Urban Purkat
Matej Peljhan
Contacts
Socials
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Serial class (certified gliders up to EN-D)
- Urban Jernejcic (123)
- Timotej Majdic (3)
- Florin Traian Berinde (365)
Sport class (certified gliders up to EN-C)
- Urban Jernejcic (123)
- Timotej Majdic (3)
- Andrej Lovro Peternel Soklič (4290)
Tasks and results
Task 1
04 Sep, 2025
58.9 km — Race to goal
Task 2
05 Sep, 2025
62.4 km — Race to goal
Task 3
06 Sep, 2025
42.5 km — Race to goal
Task 4
07 Sep, 2025
48.4 km — Race to goal
