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Do you dream of a breathtaking balloon ride over Brussels? Then we have to be honest: a balloon flight over the city of Brussels is practically NOT possible. Formally, balloon flights in the CTR (Controlled Traffic Zone) of Zaventem Airport are not prohibited, but you do need prior permission from air traffic control to take off, fly over, or land in this zone.
And that permission is never granted for safety reasons. The CTR of Zaventem is strictly regulated to protect the heavy air traffic around the airport. As a result, a balloon flight directly over Brussels remains impossible, no matter how appealing it sounds or what is sometimes promised on the internet.
The Brussels CTR is also extensive and includes not only the capital itself but also surrounding cities such as Leuven, Mechelen, Grimbergen, Overijse, Hoeilaart, Dilbeek, Merchtem, and Diegem. This makes planning a balloon flight in this region quite challenging. Still, there is good news: taking off outside the CTR of Brussels and landing outside the CTR of Brussels are allowed, therefore you can still enjoy a beautiful balloon ride near Brussels, where—depending on the wind direction—you’ll have a stunning view of the capital’s skyline.
Filva ballooning has fixed take-off locations near Brussels such as Leuven (Haasrode), Landen and Tienen. We fly as well in Flanders, more particularly in the provinces of East Flanders, Antwerp, Flemish Brabant and Limburg. In Wallonia, we mainly offer balloon flights in the Ardennes region, which includes parts of the provinces of Luxembourg, Namur and Liège. Private balloon flights can take place anywhere in Belgium, as long as the aviation authorities, wind and weather permit.
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For a hot air balloon flight near Brussels, we always take off outside the CTR zone of Zaventem Airport, in locations where it is permitted. Two very popular departure sites are:
Depending on the wind direction, the hot air balloon ride may start in Haasrode, Tienen, or Landen, allowing us to avoid Brussels’ CTR. This way, we guarantee a safe and regulation-compliant balloon flight.
A hot air balloon flight departing from Tienen, Landen, or Haasrode (near Leuven) offers a spectacular view of the rural landscapes of Flemish Brabant. You’ll glide over endless fields, winding roads, and picturesque villages that make up the green heart of Belgium. This peaceful atmosphere guarantees a relaxing and authentic aerial experience, far from the hustle and bustle of the city.
And even if you don’t fly directly over Brussels, on clear days you can admire iconic landmarks of the capital, such as:
A hot air balloon flight near Brussels is therefore a unique opportunity to combine nature, exceptional panoramas, and views of the capital for an unforgettable adventure.
A hot air balloon flight in the Brussels region offers the best of both worlds: the proximity of the capital and the tranquility of the countryside. You experience the magic of a balloon flight without the constraints or risks of flying over a busy city. In addition, you enjoy a safe and relaxing experience with professional pilots who comply with all aviation regulations.
Book your hot air balloon flight in the Brussels region now and discover just how beautiful Flemish Brabant looks from the sky. Whether you take off from Leuven, Landen, or Tienen, one thing is certain: it will be an unforgettable experience with breathtaking panoramas and a touch of adventure and romance.
For a hot air balloon flight in the Brussels region, you need to purchase a Flanders Ticket, as we take off from either Haasrode, Landen, or Tienen.
Buy a Ticket or one of our Gift vouchers. Or exchange your Bongo/Cadeaubox voucher for an Exchange-Ticket. Arrange a chasing vehicle to pick you up after the flight or purchase a Ticket Return Transportation.
You will receive your Ticket immediately in your mailbox after purchase.
With the number on your Ticket, Gift Voucher or Exchange-Ticket, you can book a specific balloon flight via the link below.
After confirmation, you will receive all necessary details by email.
We look forward to taking you in our basket !
Below you will find an overview of the open seats by flight region*. Many flights are already fully booked as the 2024 flying season is approaching its end. There will still be flights every day in September, but only on weekends in October.
Below is an overview of the last open places for the 2024 flying season. The start of the 2025 flying season will be posted online at the end of October. Each flying region will then be scheduled per regularity throughout the year.
Below you will find an overview of the open seats by flight region* for the start of the 2026 flying season. Each flight region will then be regularly scheduled throughout the year.
*Balloon flights are weather dependent and especially wind dependent. Filva Ballooning aims to offer only quality and safe balloon rides. The final departure location in a given flight region is therefore only determined on the day of the flight itself, depending on the wind direction. So you can no longer choose to leave at a particular location.
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Filva Ballooning is a full-time balloon company. This gives the flight preparation, such as the daily analysis of the weather conditions and the maintenance and preparation of the equipment, the necessary time. We feel it is important that this is not treated as an incidental matter after coming home from another profession. Your and our safety are too important!
Filva Ballooning is a company that works entirely according to the standards imposed by EASA, the European aviation authorities. This means that our hotair balloons meet the highest quality standards and that our pilots and crew are specially trained to consider safety as the top priority.
Our pilots are experienced and must have at least 450 flight hours to be allowed to fly with our balloons.
Driving with a balloon trailer requires a BE driving license in most cases. Many balloonists are not legally compliant with this.
Our hotair balloons are all from the Ultramagic Balloons brand. A top brand that stands for quality, innovation and energy efficiency. Every year they are subjected to a strict aviation inspection. We don’t forget our vehicles and trailers either!
We also work with a caterpillar vehicle and a winch on the trailer. This way we avoid unnecessary dragging when we clean up the balloon and the basket after the flight.
That the lucky passenger ends the balloon ride with a glass of bubbles is beyond question. However, we also provide a glass for your chasing car. They also experienced an adventure following the hot air balloon by road.
If you have a specific wish or dream, ask Filip about the possibilities. He is happy to tell you what is possible and how to make it happen. We are here for you!
Filva Ballooning (Filva Ballonvaarten - Montgolfière Ardenne) was founded in 2000 by myself, Filip Audenaert. I am a passionate balloonist from Sint-Niklaas with only one goal: to give everyone an unforgettable beautiful and safe balloon flight !
We provide passenger balloon rides throughout the year for private individuals and companies. We listen to what our customers want and try to realize everyone's dream to the best of our ability. We are here for you!
Hot air ballooning is not a one-man show. A whole team of pilots, drivers and ground crew are always ready for you. We can use several balloons that vary in size. This allows us to fly up to 100 passengers at the same time.
