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2025

Enjoy a hot air balloon flight in Dordogne

Imagine yourself at sunrise or sunset, leaving your room and feeling the fresh air of the Perigord countryside as you slowly rise above the Domaine de Monrecour during this hot air balloon flight in Dordogne. With our partner Périgord Dordogne Montgolfières, a unique adventure awaits you. This trip in the air is not just a simple flight, it is an experience full of emotions where nature and history are revealed in all their greatness.

A hot air balloon flight in the heart of Dordogne and its historical treasures

As soon as you take off, the magic happens. Hot air balloons decorated with birds, from our partner Périgord Dordogne Hot air balloons, blend into the peaceful sky of Périgord. You rise gently, far from the daily hustle and bustle, to contemplate breathtaking landscapes. The Dordogne Valley, with its castles and medieval fortresses, is revealed before your eyes, bathed in the soft light of the rising or setting sun. This unique moment offers you a panoramic view of these landscapes steeped in stories.

From the gondola, the show is total. The Dordogne meanders through the valley, sparkling and majestic. Its miniature beaches, its green forests and its limestone cliffs add to this magnificent picture. Far under your feet, the region's renowned villages, with their Perigord roofs and winding streets, take on another dimension. You can guess centuries of history, crafts and tradition, nestled in the heart of this generous nature. At every moment, a new perspective is offered to you, revealing unsuspected details of this land steeped in its heritage.

The Valley of the Castles has never been as majestic as seen from the sky. Jewels such as the Beynac Castle, perched on its rocky cliff, the village of La Roque-Gageac rising into the stone, or the Chateau des Milandes, formerly the home of Josephine Baker, stand proudly, witnesses of a rich and glorious past. Flying over these monuments is like plunging into a journey through time, where history and nature blend harmoniously.

A human and unforgettable experience flying over the Dordogne

But beyond architectural treasures, this Hot air balloon flight in Dordogne is above all a human experience. Sharing this moment with your loved ones, exchanging amazed glances, experiencing this unique connection with nature and history, creates lasting memories. It is a suspended moment, where time seems to stop, where you let yourself be carried away by the sweetness of the moment.

Every detail of the flight is designed to make the experience as memorable as possible. The Périgord Dordogne Montgolfières team accompanies you with passion and professionalism, ensuring that you live every second to the fullest. Whether you are a frequent flier or not, the emotion is there.

By flying over the valley of castles, you will discover the beauty of Périgord in a new way, above the Dordogne, the silence then becomes magical. Only wind and nature accompany the ascent, offering incomparable serenity and breathtaking views.

So, let yourself be tempted by this unique adventure, where the magic of hot air balloon flight combines with the splendor of an exceptional natural and historical heritage. You will leave with stars in your eyes and memories that will last forever.

Do not hesitate to contact us to find out more and book your Hot air balloon flight in Dordogne directly at the Domaine de Monrecour on 05 53 28 33 59 or via our contact form.

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