Montgolfiade Tegernsee is an annual winter ballooning festival held in Tegernsee Valley in late January and at the beginning of February. The event takes place in the town of Bad Wiessee, the district of Miesbach in Upper Bavaria. Every morning, over 20 hot air balloons of all possible shapes and colors soar over the beautiful Lake Tegernsee. Visitors can marvel at tethered balloons with children from the grounds around.
Festival Schedule
The main highlights of Montgolfiade Tegernsee include massive balloon launches, which usually take place between 9:30 and 11:00 am. From 12 pm to 3 pm, you'll have a chance to witness the Balloon Lounge, a display of dozens of tethered balloons right on the Tegernsee lakeside. While there, treat yourself to a delicious mulled wine and a hearty meal in the gastronomy section, normally open from 9 am to 4 pm.
In the evenings, around 6 pm, visitors can enjoy a traditional balloon glow with background music. Giant balloons, illuminated by the flames from the burners, light up dark skies, creating a cozy atmosphere. This spectacle will also be followed by dance parties and culinary delights in the nearby bars and restaurants.
Balloon Rides
Montgolfiade Tegernsee visitors can also book balloon rides from different starting points in the Tegernsee valley to enjoy a spectacular winter panorama of Lake Tegernsee. Of course, all balloon flights take place only if weather permits. To witness the stunning landscapes of Upper Bavaria, come to Vital Hotel Alpensonne. The rides are normally scheduled to begin at 10 am, but consider arriving earlier at the meeting location. The experience lasts around 3 hours, including transfer and the flight itself.
Location
Surrounded by the snowy peaks of the Bavarian Alps, Bad Wiessee is a great spot to recharge and spend your winter weekend. A quaint resort town is located right across the lake from Tegernsee and 32 miles (52 km) north of Munich. If you're not driving, you can opt for a train, which regularly travels to Tegernsee, and hop on a bus to Bad Wiessee. If you plan to travel internationally, Munich International Airport is 56 miles (90 km) away.
