Ballooning in Salzburg, Austria

Fantastic hot air balloon rides in summer & winter

Experience an unforgettable Hot air balloon ride in the Alps or the Salzburg Lake DistrictEarly in the morning, when the air is calm, we embark on a magical experience over mountain peaks, lakes and valleys – in summer as in winter.

Sunrise from a hot air balloon is a breathtaking moment. Many of our guests call it their most beautiful experience in the Alps. The clear air, the silence, and the vastness of the landscape also offer photographers a dreamlike perspective.

Our starting positions are located in different places or near them, depending on the wind:

  • Zell am See
  • Saalbach
  • Mittersill
  • Leogang Fieberbrunn
  • Filzmoos
  • Lake Obertrum (north of Salzburg)

You will receive the exact meeting point the day before. Upon request, we can also come directly to you for a romantic hot air balloon ride for two.

Do you want to offer your employees a truly special event or perhaps propose marriage? Then a VIP hot air balloon ride is just the thing for you!

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Summer Alpine ride

Hot air balloon ride in summer

Experiencing the alpenglow early in the morning will make your heart beat faster. From setting up the balloon, to the amazing views and pictures, to the sparkling wine baptism, it's a fantastic experience!

The start will be between Zell am See and FilzmoosDepending on the wind. We climb to over 3,000 m and you experience the unique scenery of the Austrian mountains from a new perspective.

Information about the summer Alpine tour:
Period: May to September
Travel time: approx. 1 – 1.5 hours
Price: €298 per person

Summer lake ride

Hot air balloon ride over the lakes in summer

The stillness over the Salzburg lakes in the early morning is something special. You're there from the very beginning: during the balloon's preparation, the launch, and the champagne christening at the end. The views are magnificent and will stay with you for a long time.

During the flight, you'll glide over the lakes and see the landscape from above. The view is tranquil, expansive, and unique. We usually launch from Lake Obertrum, about 30 minutes north of Salzburg. The exact launch site depends on the wind and is determined the day before.

Information about the summer lake trip:
Period: April to November
Travel time: approx. 1 – 1.5 hours

Prices:
€290 per person for 3 people
€280 per person for 4 people
€425 per person for only 2 people exclusively
(no other passengers in the basket)

Winter Alpine ride

Ballooning in winter

Experiencing the sunrise from a wicker basket is a moment you'll remember for a long time. Snow-capped mountain peaks, crystal-clear winter air, and a fairytale landscape accompany you throughout the entire journey.

We will start – depending on the wind – between Zell am See and FilzmoosThe wind carries us gently over valleys and peaks as we climb to over 3,000 meters. From there, you can enjoy the Austrian mountains in all their vastness, directly from a bird's-eye view.

Information about the winter Alpine tour:
Period: December to March
Travel time: approx. 1.5 – 2 hours
Price: €298 per person

Ballooning in XXL format

Alpine crossing

The ultimate hot air balloon experience: a crossing of the Alps from Austria to Italy. The view encompasses the Großglockner, Großvenediger, the main Alpine ridge and the Dolomites – on a clear day, even as far as the Po Valley towards Venice.

The exact route varies depending on the wind, and of course we have oxygen on board for you.

If conditions are favorable for northerly föhn winds, we will inform you two days before the start. Alpine crossings are only possible on a few days in winter and are therefore a very special highlight.

Information about crossing the Alps:

Period: November to February
Travel time: approx. 3-4 hours
Price: €1250 per person

time for two above the Alps

Romantic hot air balloon ride for two over the Alps

Do you want to surprise someone special with a private hot air balloon ride? Are you planning a marriage proposal or do you simply want to say "thank you" to someone?

Then you can also take our balloon rides exclusively for two people Book now. With suitable winds, the balloon will even come right to your doorstep. It's just the two of you and the pilot in the basket. Our small balloons create a tranquil, intimate, and very romantic atmosphere.

Information about the romantic hot air balloon ride:

Period: Year-round by arrangement
Duration: approx. 1 – 1.5 hours
€600,- per person
(with 2 people in the basket)

EXCLUSIVE AND COMPLETELY PRIVATE

VIP hot air balloon ride in the Alps

Are you planning a special team-building event for your team? Or would you like to take off privately with friends and family in your own hot air balloon?

Then you can book our balloon rides exclusively. With suitable winds, the balloon will even come right to your location. Our balloons can accommodate groups of 3 to 16 people – and with our entire fleet, we can transport up to 100 people at once in multiple baskets.

Information about the VIP balloon ride:
Period: Year-round by arrangement
Duration: approx. 1 – 1.5 hours
€470 per person for 3 people
€450 per person for 4-5 people
€400 per person for 6 people
€350 per person (minimum 7 people)

The perfect gift

Vouchers for ballooning

A balloon flight voucher is the perfect gift for an unforgettable experience. Guaranteed to bring smiles and create amazing photos and videos: your loved ones will be thrilled!

And the best part: in just a few minutes you can print the voucher directly at home or send it digitally and give it as a gift. Just take a look around our voucher selection.

Where does it start?

Launch sites around Zell am See, Filzmoos and the Salzburg Lake District

Depending on the wind, we decide at Alpine journeys In the short term, the ideal starting point is: near Zell am See or in the Filzmoos area. Regarding the Lake trips We start north of the city of Salzburg, near Lake Obertrum.

We always have to follow the wind; a balloon can only be controlled by its altitude and its direction is determined by the wind.

Therefore, you will be informed of the exact meeting point the evening before.

all inclusive

Included services

  • Balloon ride
  • Sparkling wine balloonist baptism
  • Certificate
  • Insurance
  • Shuttle back to the meeting point
  • 20 % VAT


(Travel to the meeting point is not included and must be arranged independently.)

How do I book?

Contact & Booking

You can easily book using our online booking system. Tip! Book your desired date right at the beginning of your holiday, then we have time to postpone in case of bad weather. 

And here you will find all questions & answersIf your question isn't listed, use the WhatsApp button in the bottom right corner and write to us.

In cooperation with the company Flaggl Ballooning GmbH, Austria's leading balloon company, we will make your dream of ballooning come true.

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FAQs

Why do you start so early?
Balloon flights are only possible when the air remains calm. If warm air rises, the balloon becomes more difficult to control. That's why we launch early in the morning when the air is calm. Evening flights are sometimes possible as well. Just ask us!

Why are there no fixed meeting points or starting points?
The direction of travel depends on the wind. A balloon can only be controlled by altitude. Therefore, we only select the suitable launch site the day before and then inform you of the exact meeting point.

How many people fit in a hot air balloon?
Our balloons can accommodate 2 to 16 people. With our entire fleet, we can even transport up to 90 people at once.

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