Balloon Trophy Zell
The sky is once again transformed into a sea of colours. The 29th BP Gas Alpine Balloon Trophy is taking off with 40 international teams. The colourful hot air balloons rise into the sky, creating a unique spectacle. It all starts on 20 January. The opening ceremony will take place at Zell am See airfield on the old runway.
Zell am See and Kaprun in the Salzburger Land invite you to the ballooning competition. The hot air balloons majestically float over this popular ski holiday region.
Balloon Trophy Zell
Date: 30/09/2026
On Monday, 21 January 2008, the kids will also be in the spotlight. In the morning, they will climb aboard the enormous balloons and see the world from a new perspective. If the weather is unfavourable, the launch will be postponed until Wednesday.
21 January also promises fantastic visual highlights at the “Fire & Ice” event. Hot air balloons, fire shows and illuminated ice sculptures will light up the darkness of the night. From around 8 pm, visitors can enjoy delicious drinks. The excitement continues over the following days, too.
The BP Gas Alpine Trophy programme features spectacular lighting effects, including fireworks. The sight of the hot air balloons taking off is truly impressive. They lift off at the Zell am See cityXpress valley station and at Lechnerberg in Kaprun. The excitement builds even further when the motocross and snowmobile riders show off their stunts.
The BP Gas Alpine Balloon Trophy runs until 26 January. This fascinating spectacle in the ski holiday region is not to be missed.
