Hot air balloon flight over Lake Annecy
The lake, the Alps and Mont Blanc from the sky, at sunrise.
- 3.5 hours in totalincluding 45 min to 1.5 h of flight
- At sunrisemeet 30 to 40 min before or after
- 4 to 6 passengersdepending on weight, + the pilot
- Snack includedthe pilot’s toast
- Minimum height1.30 m
A timeless morning above the lake
Aero-Mountains takes you up in a hot air balloon over Lake Annecy, in Haute-Savoie. We meet in Doussard, at the southern end of the lake, 30 to 40 minutes before or after sunrise, depending on the season and the weather. Depending on the wind direction, the balloon takes off from Doussard, Saint-Jorioz or Alex.
After the briefing and the inflation, which you help with, you fly for 45 minutes to 1.5 hours over the lake, the villages and the mountains, carried by the wind. After landing, the crew drives you back to the starting point by 4×4 for the pilot’s toast.
Discover the experience in one minute
Choose your flight
Buy your ticket securely online. We then set the date together, depending on the weather.
Flights depend on the weather; postponement is free. Remember to book accommodation with free cancellation. Passenger information
Shared basket flight
- 4 to 6 passengers depending on weight
- Flight over Lake Annecy
- Ticket valid for 2 years
- Flights all year round
Weekday offer
- Weekdays only
- Excluding school holidays and public holidays
- Ticket valid for 1 year
Private flight
- Just for you, 4 to 6 passengers depending on weight
- Perfect for a marriage proposal or a family
- Ticket valid for 2 years
Gift card
- Valid for all our flights
- Valid for 2 years
- The perfect gift
If the chosen option costs more, the recipient pays the difference.
Secure payment on our partner shop Capcadeau (website in French).
- Certified pilotballoon licence since 2016
- 700 hours of flightin hot air balloons
- Well-maintained ballooncertificates up to date
- InsuredSAAM Aviation
- 5.0/5 on Google232 reviews
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Choose your flight date with the pilot, depending on your availability and the weather.
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Your morning, step by step
Meeting at sunrise
30 to 40 min before or after sunrise. Welcome, briefing and safety instructions.
Inflation
You help to lay out the balloon. The roar of the burners, the envelope rising up: quite a show.
The flight
About an hour drifting with the wind, over Lake Annecy and the peaks.
Landing
The balloon touches down gently. Back to the starting point by 4×4.
The pilot’s toast
A snack is offered to celebrate your flight with the crew.
Meeting point and take-off sites
- Doussard, village hall car park (salle polyvalente) (junction of route du Pont Monnet / route de la Plaine)
- The exact place and time are confirmed the evening before, around 7 pm, depending on the wind
- Parking at the village hall, paid from 1 May to 30 September; toilets on site
- Any question? +33 6 36 97 48 14 (text message preferred)
Three sites around the lake
Depending on the wind direction, the balloon takes off from one of our three take-off sites around Lake Annecy: Doussard, Saint-Jorioz or Alex. The chosen site is confirmed the evening before.
Doussard, meeting point other take-off sites
A passionate, certified pilot
A free-flight enthusiast since 2004 and a licensed hot air balloon pilot since 2016, your pilot has more than 700 hours of flight. He regularly takes part in hot air balloon championships, in France and abroad, as a crew member and navigator.
They flew with us
“An incredible experience! Thank you for this lovely moment suspended in the air, Jules Verne style, and thank you to Yannick for sharing his passion with us!”
“A moment suspended in time, magnificent, breathtaking scenery. And a real plus: the skill and good humour of the pilot and ground crew team. Do it without hesitation.”
“Simply exceptional. Yannick gave us a magnificent flight, very professional and caring, while remaining a friendly, relaxed moment.”
“Everything was perfect: a competent, passionate and honest team. Highly recommended.”
Everything to know before you fly
How does booking work?
You buy your ticket online (or by phone). It is valid for 2 years (1 year for the weekday offer, valid on weekdays only, excluding school holidays and public holidays). You then contact us to choose a date: the flight is confirmed the evening before, depending on the weather.
How can I pay?
Online by credit card, when you buy your ticket on our Capcadeau shop. If you book directly with the pilot: deposit by bank transfer or cheque, then the balance on the day of the flight by cheque or in cash.
What if the weather is bad?
Safety comes first: in case of wind, rain or poor visibility, the flight is postponed and your ticket remains valid. How to postpone your flight →
Learn more: when to fly in a hot air balloon (article in French) →
Who can fly?
All passengers who are at least 1.30 m (4 ft 3 in) tall and able to stand throughout the flight. Any minor who is not accompanied by both parents, or whose parents are separated, must present a parental authorisation. Pregnant women cannot fly. If in doubt, please seek medical advice.
What should I wear?
Closed shoes, long trousers, a windbreaker and a cap. Dress for the weather and the season: it is important not to get cold. Avoid scarves and fragile, light-coloured or synthetic clothing. No luggage on board, but bring your camera and a small bottle of water.
Learn more: what to wear for a balloon flight (article in French) →
What if I am afraid of heights?
A hot air balloon flight is very gentle: if you feel any vertigo, it usually fades after a few minutes.
Can I give a flight as a gift?
Yes! All our tickets can be given as gifts, and the gift card, for any amount from €200, lets the recipient choose their option (if it costs more, they pay the difference). Perfect for a birthday, a marriage proposal or Christmas.
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