Ballonfestival Bonn is an exciting three-day event held at Rheinaue Leisure Park (Parkplatz Rheinaue) in Bonn. Held since 2009, it has become one of the main ballooning events on the continent, attracting teams from Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands. The festival features over 30 balloons and lots of entertainment for all ages.
Hot Air Balloon Festival Activities
Saturday and Sunday are the main days of the festival with plenty of fun for kids and adults. You can see the balloons from inside, enjoy a view of picturesque Rheinaue from a height of 50 m (164 ft), and watch the spectacular night balloon glow from a large meadow covered with wildflowers. The magical glow of large balloons takes place on Saturday and Sunday at 11 pm. Balloon rides are available for those who dare to try it during sunrise or sunset.
In 2024, the Ballonfestival Bonn will have a special soft opening on Thursday. However, the festival officially kicks off on Friday at 7 pm with a spectacular launch of the combined balloons. Every festival day begins with hot-air balloons taking off into the morning sky over Bonn at 7 am. Also, the highlight of the Fest is the Family Festival, which features a balloon carousel, bungee trampoline, climbing garden, children's land, zorbing area, duck fishing, balloon long flight competition, action area model balloons, and much more on Saturday, June 8, from 1 pm to 9 pm and on Sunday, June 9, from 12 pm to 7 pm. Also, hot-air balloons evening sets are at 7 pm.
Ballon Ride
Festival guests should take advantage of the opportunity to take a breathtaking balloon ride at Ballonfestival Bonn. The promotional price is 199 euros, but only a limited number of balloon ride tickets are available. The hot air balloon experience includes a thorough briefing by the pilot, the traditional balloon christening ceremony upon landing, and transportation back to the initial take-off location. All these activities take about four to five hours.
Location
Rheinaue Leisure Park is a green oasis that is almost as big as the downtown Bonn. It covers about 160 ha (395 ac) and offers 45 km (28 mi) of hiking trails.
