The Allgäu from above.
Enjoy breathtaking views of picturesque mountains, valleys and villages along the Allgäu Alps.
Mission
Sharing our love and fascination for air sports with as many people as possible.
In the air
1½–2 h
pure flight time in the air – longer than the usual 60 to 90 minutes.
At most
4 guests
per flight – personal, not mass-market.
Up to
3,300 m
above mean sea level (MSL) – with views far across the Alps.
Nature decides where we go.
Flights recorded by GPS, launched from our sites around Sonthofen. Same area, but every flight is different.
Altitude above sea level during the flight
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Time lapse: 1 second ≈ 6.2 minutes · View can be rotated freely, starting with a view from the north towards the Allgäu Alps as far as Oberstdorf · Terrain and flight altitudes exaggerated 2x · Recorded by GPS watch
Aerial image: © Bayerische Vermessungsverwaltung – geodaten.bayern.de, licence CC BY 4.0, edited; recreated outside Bavaria · Terrain: SRTM v4.1, CIAT
Winter flight
22 January 2026 · 09:02–11:49
Flight time
2:47 h
Track
30 km
Straight line
24 km
Max. altitude
3,303 m
Avg. speed
11 km/h
Direction
North-east
Sunrise flight
25 May 2026 · 06:33–08:25
Flight time
1:52 h
Track
16 km
Straight line
10 km
Max. altitude
2,597 m
Avg. speed
8 km/h
Direction
North-west
Summer flight
28 August 2024 · 06:39–08:23
Flight time
1:44 h
Track
19 km
Straight line
13 km
Max. altitude
2,632 m
Avg. speed
11 km/h
Direction
North-east
Autumn flight
20 October 2024 · 11:28–13:07
Flight time
1:39 h
Track
15 km
Straight line
13 km
Max. altitude
2,914 m
Avg. speed
9 km/h
Direction
North
How a flight works.
Allow about 3–4 hours in total. The pure flight time in the air is 1½ to 2 hours, on the Expedition Flight 2 to 3 hours.
Buy a ticket
You choose your flight and buy your ticket online. You receive the ticket as a PDF right away.
Choose a date
Pick a date online at your convenience or arrange an individual date with us.
Weather check
The day before, we check the weather and confirm your date. If it does not fit, we reschedule free of charge. You also receive notes and tips for the day.
Meeting point
You meet the pilot and crew at the agreed launch site. After a safety briefing by the pilot, we start rigging the balloon together.
Lift-off
After lift-off we travel with nature. The wind shows us the way.
Landing & baptism
Following an old tradition, you are raised to the nobility of balloonists – certificate included.
Return trip
Our chase vehicle takes you back to the launch site.
Culinary finale at the Adlerwirtschaft
On the Expedition Flight the day ends at the Adlerwirtschaft in Sonthofen, meal included. On the other flights on request.
Choose your flight.
Book your flight and let the fascination of ballooning and the magic of the Allgäu enchant you all year round – also a wonderful gift.
Most popular
Panorama Flight
Breathtaking views of the Allgäu mountains and countryside.
230 €
per person
- At most 4 guests in the basket
- 1½ to 2 hours of pure flight time in the air
For special occasions
Private Flight
Individual experiences for weddings and proposals, birthdays or anniversaries.
880 €
for 2–4 people
- Only your group in the basket: 2 to 4 people
- Individual date and preferred launch site possible
- 1½ to 2 hours of pure flight time in the air
- On request, food and drinks during the flight or a culinary finale at the Adlerwirtschaft
Special balloon flights
Expedition Flight
Balloon flights that are special even for us and need particular weather conditions.
640 €
per person · incl. food and drinks
- At most 2 guests in the basket
- 2 to 3 hours of pure flight time in the air
- Food and drinks during the flight and a culinary finale at the Adlerwirtschaft – included
For companies & teams
Event Flight
Unforgettable experiences for company and team events that strengthen cohesion and motivate the team.
Price
on request
Fly it yourself
Trial Flight
Become a pilot? Take the controls yourself and experience the fascination of ballooning up close.
Price
on request
What we stand for.
A real adventure.
Ballooning is one of the last real adventures. What happens and where we go is decided by nature.
Memories that last.
We create unforgettable experiences – for you and the people who matter to you.
New perspectives.
Escape everyday life and see the world from a completely new perspective.
More time in the air.
With us the pure flight time in the air is 1½ to 2 hours, on the Expedition Flight 2 to 3 – longer than the usual 60 to 90 minutes. That leaves enough time to enjoy the view and the moment.
Personal, not mass-market.
At most 4 guests per flight – and everyone is greeted by name.
Safety first.
Clear routines, certified procedures – and we only fly when the weather is right. No compromises on safety and quality.
Open communication.
We keep you informed – from booking to the weather check the day before to landing. We answer your questions personally.
Fair prices.
We want to offer balloon flights at fair prices. We achieve this through efficient structures and routines – without cutting back on safety and quality.
Your flight day.
Choose a flight, click a free date, book. We give final confirmation of the date after the weather check the day before.
Free places are shown in the calendar. Private and Expedition Flights need a completely free date. Have a ticket? Choose a date, add it to the cart and enter the ticket code at checkout. Want a date that is not in the calendar? Just ask.
The gift that takes off.
Your ticket is available immediately and the date is yours to choose. Either straight away as a PDF or, on request – also as a gift – by post.
BuBerg Ballooning
No. SAMPLE
Ticket
for a Panorama Flight over the Allgäu
For
From
People
1
Valid until
31.12.2029
1
Choose a ticket
Panorama, Private or Expedition Flight – or a ticket for an amount of your choice.
2
Give it right away
A PDF to print straight after purchase – ideal even at the last minute.
3
Arrange a date
The recipient chooses a free date online and enters the ticket code at checkout – or gets in touch with us.
Two brothers from the Allgäu.
Born in Sonthofen and at home in the air from birth. With BuBerg Ballooning we now share this passion not only with our friends, but with you too.
Daniel Buchenberg
Balloon · Road bike · Mountain bike
When Daniel is not standing in the balloon basket, he is often out in the mountains on his road bike or mountain bike.
Patrick Buchenberg
Balloon · Powered flight · Gliding · Flight instructor
Besides ballooning, Patrick is also at home in aviation – in powered flight and gliding – and passes on his knowledge as a flight instructor.
At the foot of the Allgäu High Alps.
We have several launch sites around Sonthofen, Germany's southernmost town, and choose the one that suits the weather conditions best. Below you the Iller valley, ahead of you the Grünten, the “Guardian of the Allgäu”, and on the horizon the peaks around Oberstdorf.
Depending on the wind direction, the flight heads towards the Alpsee, Nesselwang or out into the Alpine foothills.
| Launch sites | Around Sonthofen – we tell you which one at the weather check the day before |
| Start times | In the morning, about 30 minutes after sunrise |
| Season | All year round, including winter |
[Photo: balloon in front of the Grünten in the morning light]
[Photo: view from the basket into the Iller valley]
[Photo: landing in an Allgäu meadow]
Frequently asked questions.
What happens in bad weather?
Ballooning would often be possible even in less than perfect weather. We still only fly in fine weather, because we want you to get the full experience. The day before, the pilot checks the weather and we let you know by email whether the flight goes ahead. If the weather is not right, we find a new date together with you, free of charge. Your booking or ticket remains valid.
When and where does it start, and how long does it take?
We meet in the morning, about 30 minutes after sunrise. We tell you the exact time and the meeting point after the weather check the day before. Allow 3–4 hours in total, of which 1½ to 2 hours are pure flight time in the air (Expedition Flight: 2 to 3).
Can I give a flight as a gift?
Yes. After purchase you receive the ticket immediately as a PDF to print or, on request, printed by post. If you like, the name of the recipient and your name appear on the ticket. A ticket has no fixed date; the recipient picks the date themselves.
How do I redeem a ticket?
Choose a flight and a free date in the calendar, add it to the cart and enter the ticket code at checkout. The ticket is deducted, and with a Value Ticket the remainder stays as credit. Prefer a personal touch? Write to us and we will book the date together.
How long is a ticket valid?
Three years to the end of the year – a ticket bought in 2026 is valid until 31 December 2029. Choose your flight date online in the calendar or arrange it with us by e-mail.
What should I wear?
Comfortable, weatherproof clothing and sturdy shoes – we often land in meadows or fields. In winter we also recommend a hat and gloves.
Can children come along?
Yes, from the age of 8 and a height of at least 1.30 m. All guests should be able to climb into the basket unaided and stand for the whole flight.
Who can come along, and what about fear of heights?
Anyone who can climb into the basket without help and stand for the whole flight can come along. Unfortunately, pregnant women cannot fly. We ask about health restrictions when you book, and then talk to you beforehand. The classic fear of heights does not exist in ballooning: you float calmly, without any wind in your face.
May I take photos?
Yes, absolutely. Take as many photos and videos as you like. Only for the landing, we ask you to put away your camera and phone and hold on tight.
How many people fit in the basket?
Our balloon carries at most 4 guests – plus the pilot. On the Panorama Flight you book per person, so other guests may come along. On the Private and Expedition Flights only your group is in the basket.
Why do you ask for my weight?
The pilot needs the weight of all guests for the load calculation required by law. Only we see the weight, not the other guests, and it is deleted immediately afterwards.
Questions? We are here for you.
We are happy to answer any question about flights, tickets and dates.
