Why to visit Hot Air Balloon in Paris

Whether you're hoping to pop the question from the skies or simply want to see the Eiffel Tower from a different perspective, there's a lot of fun to experience hot air balloon. 

The first balloon on their list is located in a tiny public park on the Left Bank of the Seine in the 15th arrondissement. The park was named after a former Citroen automobile manufacturing plant in France.

The Balloon Generali achieves a maximum height of 150 metres and never goes much higher. This provides riders with a unique viewpoint of Paris, as they are close enough to see all of the city's major sites up close while yet being high enough to enjoy panoramic views of the rest of the city.

The Balloon Generali has the distinction of being the world's largest manned hot air balloon. It is also safe and ideal for children to enjoy; families with toddlers are frequently seen using the service as a kind of kid's entertainment.The balloon takes riders up three times every hour, for a flight that lasts about twenty minutes, depending on the weather conditions.

Special Tip

The rides are totally dependent on the day's weather conditions. It's a good idea to phone ahead before riding through the 15th arrondissement.

By Sparsh Kapoor