Kobala TakeOff Point
Kobala is a popular takeoff place for the Slovene hang-gliders and paragliders, as well as for those coming from the other parts of the world. A tangible proof for that being its massive yearly attendance of individual guests, whereas the frequent organization of various national, European and world championships only confirms that. The takeoff place is maintained by the Free Flying Association POSOČJE.
THE MAIN CHARACTERISTICS OF THE KOBALA TAKE-OFF PLACE
* the takeoff place is accessible by means of an asphalted, partly concrete road
* its altitude is 1080m
* the takeoff place is grassy the appropriate wind for taking off: NW, W, SW, SE, E
* the takeoff place is equipped with a windsock and ribbons, a board with a map on it and
the automatic weather station (phone number: (+38641/ 646319)
* GPS N46°10'52" E13°46'48"
LIMITATIONS
* flying above 2900m is forbidden,
* a payable start for non- members of SFFA ( Slovene Free Flying Association) and a charge for all commercial services (a tandem, flying school, organization of contests)
HOW TO GET THERE?
Upon leaving Tolmin, we first drive towards Most na Soči (or Ljubljana) and then turn left after approx. 1500m. You will see an industrial estate on your left. We first come to village named Poljubinj, where you go straight ahead and come to Ljubinj. At the end of that village ( which is by the way also renowned for its restaurant with an excellent smoked ham and curd), there is an information board, directing us left towards our final destination. It is worth mentioning that the road can be quite narrow at some parts, especially when it comes to meeting other vehicles. So it is advisable to drive placidly and carefully.
After a more or less comfortable ride, we reach our final destination, where all our efforts are paid out. Those who have experienced that know very well why!