Hot air balloon flights over La Cerdanya place one of Europe's most captivating mountain landscapes at your feet. This adventure offers a privileged view of the Pyrenees. Treat yourself to the joy of seeing them from above the clouds!
There are landscapes whose beauty multiplies when viewed from above. The Pyrenean valley of La Cerdanya is one of them. Did you know that ballooning is one of its main tourist attractions? Indeed, this area has been flown over by numerous hot air balloons for more than three decades.
Flying over La Cerdanya in a hot air balloon reveals one of the largest valleys in Europe. It's truly an extraordinary way to observe the mountain ranges of the Eastern Pyrenees. Idyllic mountain villages, green meadows, and rugged mountains define its unique character.
An ideal area for hot air ballooning, there's nothing like a balloon ride over La Cerdanya to realize that this is one of the widest valleys in all of Europe. In fact, the valley floor spans between 6 and 8 kilometers in width. Such breadth offers an airspace that's ideal for ballooning.
The central plain lies at an average altitude of 1,000 meters. This geological feature provides an elevated platform that not only facilitates balloon ascent but also offers superb panoramic views from the very moment of takeoff.
Unlike most Pyrenean valleys, this area has an east-west orientation. That gives it more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year—extremely favorable weather conditions for ballooning.
The Cadí, Moixeró, and Tossa d'Alp… the valley of La Cerdanya is surrounded by a breathtaking mountainous amphitheater. With peaks ranging from 2,000 to 3,000 meters in height, these mountains form a magnificent backdrop for a hot air balloon flight over La Cerdanya.
Beyond its natural beauty, La Cerdanya stands out for its location. It's very close to the Girona municipality of Alp and the Principality of Andorra. This strategic position has helped boost the region's tourism appeal.
The balloon flight over La Cerdanya offers an unforgettable visual experience. The show begins from the very first minute. As the balloon majestically rises over the Cerdanya plain and the horizon opens in all directions, you know you're about to experience something magical.
During the flight, you can see the French Pyrenees on one side and the Cadí mountain range on the other. The contrast between the two ranges perfectly frames the valley. This dual mountain perspective makes you feel completely immersed in the heart of this alpine landscape.
As we gain altitude, the view expands to reveal the ring of mountains that defines La Cerdanya. The striking silhouette of the Cadí range rises to the south. The Moixeró range and other eastern massifs like Pedraforca fill the horizon with their peaks.
Flying over La Cerdanya also offers aerial views of La Molina and Masella, two of the main ski resorts in the Catalan Pyrenees. Their 145 kilometers of slopes form the Alp 2500 domain. From above, their facilities appear as geometric traces harmoniously integrated into the natural landscape.
When the balloon reaches 2,000 meters in altitude, the visual experience becomes epic. At that height, the panoramic view covers nearly the entire region of La Cerdanya. It's at that point that you get a perspective that, until the 18th century, was reserved for eagles.
From these privileged heights, it's easy to observe the transition of landscapes. Sub-Mediterranean and boreal forests interspersed with wide meadows form a mosaic of colors and textures that captivate the senses. The Segre River winds its way through the valley. Villages dot the green plains with their slate rooftops.
Flying over La Cerdanya in a hot air balloon becomes even more exciting when the time comes for a low-altitude pass over its green meadows. At lower levels, the view of the Cerdanya landscape becomes incredibly detailed. Cows, traditional architecture, and alpine flora can be seen with total clarity.
For safety reasons, balloon flights are conducted at dawn. At that time of day, the play of light is spectacular. The interplay of light and shadow and the succession of colors is simply unforgettable.
Extra services make flying over La Cerdanya in a hot air balloon even more enjoyable. After all, this activity goes beyond just a flight—it becomes a sensory-rich experience.
The entire activity lasts around 3 hours, with about one-third of that time spent in the air. The experience includes everything from inflating and setting up the balloon to the return in a 4x4 vehicle.
Extras included in the price:
In addition, for an extra cost, you can make your flight even more exclusive by adding the following services:
The meeting point for this activity is Hotel Bon Repós. This comfortable accommodation is located in the town of Bellver de Cerdanya, in the province of Lleida (140 km from Barcelona). You can stay overnight there to avoid waking up too early on the day of your flight.
At Globus Kon-Tiki, we carefully manage all logistics to ensure that the hot air balloon ride over La Cerdanya is safe and comfortable. That's why one of our 4x4 vehicles accompanies the balloon to provide assistance during the flight and landing.
Approach this activity with a flexible mindset!
At Globus Kon-Tiki, we've made hot air balloon flights over La Cerdanya synonymous with safety. Those who fly with us can rest assured—we do everything necessary to ensure a safe experience:
At Globus Kon-Tiki, we've been a leading name in hot air balloon flights over La Cerdanya for over 30 years.
Book your flight now and get ready to enjoy one of the best experiences of your life.
The activity includes:
Depending on the weather forecast and wind direction, between one and two days before the flight, you will receive by email the location and the exact time of departure, usually in the morning approximately 30 minutes after sunrise, which changes depending on every season.
Upon completing your purchase, you will immediately receive a confirmation email containing a link to download your personalized ticket. The ticket will include the beneficiary's name and any message you wish to add. It also includes presentation instructions, the information required to activate the flight, booking conditions, and recommendations for the day of the flight.
An exclusive Globus Kon-Tiki gift for all participants after the balloon flight. It is personalized with the carrier's details and can be ordered at the time of purchase to receive it before the flight and present it as a gift. It also includes images and a description of the flight areas, instructions to activate the flight, booking conditions, and recommendations for the day of the flight. It must be brought on the day of the flight.
During the purchase process you can also purchase the Original Kon-Tiki Buff with an additional cost of € 10 per buff. You will receive them together with the passports that you must take the day of flight.
* 24h/48h shipping with a single associated cost per destination and shipping, regardless of the parts you order. Courier shipments will not be delivered on weekends or holidays. Purchases made after 11 AM will be sent the following day. It is not possible to arrange a delivery time. The courier will come from 9am to 2pm and from 4pm to 8pm, if you are not at the indicated address he will leave a note for you to contact him. Service available just for Iberian Peninsula except Portugal.
