COLOMERS BALLOON FIELD GUIDE
High Over the Ampurdán: A Shared Hot-Air Balloon Flight from Colomers
A one-hour shared balloon flight from Parc del Ter that lifts you 500–1,200 m for sweeping views of the Medes Islands, the Ter and the Cap de Creus, capped by an almond cake and a cava toast.
High Over the Ampurdán: A Shared Hot-Air Balloon Flight from Colomers.
From Colomers, a shared hot-air balloon lifts you above the Ampurdán for panoramic views between roughly 500 and 1,200 meters—scenes that can include the Medes Islands, the river Ter, the Golfo de Roses and Golfo de Pals, and even Cape Creus. On landing the crew packs the balloon and passengers are offered a traditional almond cake and a celebratory toast with cava, a ritual close to the flight itself.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Ampurdán's coast and islands from above
The flight traverses the Ampurdán sky with visible landmarks including the Medes Islands, the river Ter and the coastal gulfs—an aerial perspective that defines the trip's primary draw.
Touchdown, a packed balloon and a local toast
After landing the team retrieves the envelope and basket; the experience concludes with a slice of almond cake and a communal cava toast to mark the flight.
A shared airborne sweep of roughly one hour
This is a shared flight format that places you aloft for approximately one hour, offering a compact but complete aerial tour of the Ampurdán coastline and river valley.
What the day feels like
What the flight feels like
You gather at Parc del Ter in Colomers, then ascend in a shared hot-air balloon and drift for about an hour at heights that range from around 500 to 1,200 meters. The ride is dominated by long sightlines over coastal islands, river corridors and gulf shores; the landing is practical and social, followed by the crew packing the balloon and a short celebration with almond cake and cava.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this flight suits — and where the provided information is limited.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The meeting point is Parc del Ter, Colomers (postal code 17144), Girona.
Flight time is approximately one hour.
No specific gear requirements are listed in the provided information.
After landing passengers are offered an almond cake and a toast with cava.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the flight last?
The flight lasts approximately one hour.
Where is the meeting point?
You meet at Parc del Ter in Colomers (CP 17144), Girona.
What sights can I expect to see?
The route offers aerial views of the Medes Islands, the river Ter, the Golfo de Roses, the Golfo de Pals and Cape Creus, among the Ampurdán's key features.
At what altitude does the balloon fly?
Flights operate between roughly 500 and 1,200 meters.
Is there anything after landing?
Yes—after landing the balloon is packed and passengers are served an almond cake and partake in a cava toast.
Who operates the flight?
The flight is operated by Globus Empordà.