Bruges Ballooning Verified listing

Bruges Ballooning offers a breath-taking way to see the medieval heart of Bruges from above. Flights typically include hotel—or central Bruges—pickup and return, a pre-flight safety briefing, a one-hour sightseeing flight over the city's canals, churches, bridges, towers, and surrounding countryside, followed by a celebratory toast (champagne and sometimes Belgian specialties), return transport, and a flight certificate. Morning flights usually bring you back to central Bruges by around 10 AM, leaving plenty of time for the rest of the day; afternoon or evening flights similarly let you spend the day as you wish before soaring off and being returned in the evening.

This experience is particularly appealing to families and couples seeking something special. The operators maintain an excellent safety record—including certification to British and European aviation authority standards—and have flown over 40,000 passengers without incident. The balloons often float directly over the old town, offering unparalleled views not just of Bruges itself but also of the surrounding Flemish countryside, castles, villages, and sometimes even glimpses of the North Sea.

Pricing varies: adults are generally around €200 per person, while children under 12 are typically about €145. Depending on weather and availability, flights run from April through October. The service includes insurance, briefing, flight time, refreshments, a certificate, and souvenir treats. There are height and age guidelines—children under 16 may require pilot approval and must be accompanied by a responsible adult, and passengers must be at least 110 cm tall to see safely over the basket and prepare for landing. If bad weather disrupts the flight, you can reschedule or receive a full refund.