From 2027: the Balloon Festival
will be 100% contactless.
During the next edition, several payment methods will be available. At the event’s various stands, you will be able to pay directly by card or with TWINT, or use the Festival’s cashless wristband.
Prefer to pay in cash? Simply use your cash to top up your cashless wristband, then use the wristband to pay for your purchases. The wristband can also be topped up by card or with TWINT.
A 2026 edition with record-breaking highlights!
With 7 flying days out of 9, unexpectedly favourable weather conditions and more than 45,000 visitors, the 46th edition of the International Hot Air Balloon Festival of Château-d’Oex exceeded all expectations.
A heartfelt thank you to the pilots, volunteers, partners and to the public for making this magical week possible.
High-flying numbers
- More than 45,000 visitors
- 382 balloon flights
- A total of 530 hours in the air
- 640 passengers transported
- 1,057 children experienced their first tethered balloon flight
Photo gallery of the 46th edition
DID YOU KNOW?
HERE, BALLOONING IS
A YEAR-ROUND EXPERIENCE!
