cornelius01

Hot air ballooning over the vineyards in Champagne Region is on our bucket list and want to do this in May when we are there. has anyone ever done this and can you give me some info on it?

jamikins

Hi there

I am sorry I can't help with that but were you the fodorite who stayed at La Tavola in Le Marche last year?? Would you mind telling me about it if it was you? Hubby and I are booked to stay there next June! Thanks so much!!!

Ps we loved champagne! We didn't see any ballooningaround epernay though...

cornelius01

Hi, I just noticed your post about La Tavola Marche and yes I am the one who went there. we stayed for 6 nights in July 2010 and it was the best place we have ever stayed in Europe. Jason and Ashley an American couple are amazing hosts and the food that Jason serves is to do die for. I am sure you will have a great time and the location is so beautiful. let me know how you like it.

ekscrunchy

I've done this in a few places, including in Burgundy (an option offered on a barge trip) and it was lovely. I have no info specific to Champagne, but will add this:

Be aware that the flights are weather dependent; if you get a rainy day, or a day with wind, the flights will be cancelled. Do not schedule your dates too tightly.

jamikins

Thank you so much for the feedback, we cant wait to get there!! We will report back!

denisea

Agree with previous post...hot air ballooning is VERY weather dependent. It's a great experience but one I wouldn't get my heart set on. If it's even a bit too windy you won't go!