Hot-air ballooning in the Dordogne

Come enjoy a magical and unforgettable experience aboard ahot-air balloon in the Dordogne. Whether it’s a gift, a special occasion, or simply a chance to discover the Valley of the Castles from a unique perspective, embark on a flight that will remain etched in your memory! Step outside of time and float through the sky like angels,above the splendid Dordogne Valley. Come share this unique moment with us—suspended between heaven and earth and bathed in light—during your stay at ournature-surrounded hotel in Saint Cybranetatthe Slow Village.

Hot-air balloon flights in the Dordogne

A hot-air balloon flight is a unique and unforgettable experience aboard a balloon, led by a qualified pilot. The perfect location for this adventure? The Dordogne, offering magnificent natural landscapes and a multitude of castles to observe from the sky.

Sharing a moment out of time and flying over the valley is a memorable experience! You'll board a heated balloon with a professional pilot who's passionate about sharing his pleasure of of hot-air ballooning.

During your hot-air balloon flight over the Dordogneyou'll have the opportunity to admire incredible panoramas: green hills dotted with medieval castles such as the Château de Beynac or the Château de Castelnaudbut also the Fort de la Roque Gageacand the rivers and streams that meander through the warmth of the valley. You'll also spot some typical farms and charming charming villages in the breeze.

Preparing for your flight

Gliding through the air in a hot-air balloon is an incredibly peaceful and soothing experience that requires no special skills. All you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the splendid views over the entire Dordogne valley. But the best part is always when your pilot graciously brings you ashore, with the help of one or two local people. So why not embark on this extraordinary journey today?

Your hot-air balloon trip is divided into four phases: preparation, flight, landing and storage. Once the balloon has been filled with hot air, it becomes lighter than its surroundings and rises. Unfortunately, this also means that you can't maneuver the vehicle, as you can't control the direction of the wind. To go higher, you need to add heat, while to go lower, you need to cool the gas reserves.

Hot-air balloon companies in the Dordogne

Périgord Dordogne Hot-air balloons

Périgord Dordogne Montgolfière is a family-run business that has been criss-crossing the Vallée des Châteaux aboard blue balloons for over 10 years. Their base is in Castelnaud-La-Chapelle. The company has 5 hot-air balloons of different sizes to meet all customer requirements, so that you can fly as a couple or in a group of up to 12 passengers. We offer flights lasting from 1 to 2 hours, at sunrise or sunset, so you can admire the best views of the jewels of the Périgord Noir.

For all our services, you will be able to assist and take part in all stages of the experience, such as inflating and folding the balloon.

Hot-air ballooning in Périgord

Montgolfière du Périgord is a team of ballooning enthusiasts and professionals based in La Roque-Gageac. To admire the Périgord Noir from your own cloud, you'll have a choice of different services: one-to-one flights, family flights or flights with friends for up to 6 passengers. You can take off from the foot of the Dordogne castles, for example, at the foot of Château de Fayrac, between Château de Beynac and the Jardins de Marqueyssac, or along the banks of the Dordogne at La Roque-Gageac.

If you wish, you can even learn to fly via theory training and instructional flights with one of their duly authorized instructor pilots.

Ballooning and Castles

Montgolfière et Châteaux is ideally located in the heart of the Périgord Noir region, in the village of Beynac et Cazenac, the perfect place to soar over the region's magnificent landscapes. The Montgolfière et Châteaux team offers a range of flight options to satisfy every taste and ensure an experience to match every expectation. From "Vol Découverte" to "Vol Prestige", "Vol Entreprise" or "Vol Photo", there's something for every taste, for the ultimate trip over the châteaux and the Dordogne valley.

Prices and information for your hot-air balloon ride

To soar above the gems of the Dordogne Valley, there are several flight options available to you:

• Standard group basket flight: Expect to pay between €230 and €250 per adult for a flight lasting about one hour. For children ages 6 to 12, the fare is approximately €130 to €150.

• Private flight for two: For a special occasion or an exclusive experience, packages for a fully private gondola for two people start at €550 to €750.

These rates include insurance, inflation of the balloon by the crew, a one-hour flight, the traditional balloonists’ toast after returning to solid ground, and the return transfer by all-terrain vehicle to the launch site. Reservations are strongly recommended several weeks in advance, as space is limited and takeoffs are subject to weather conditions.