Hot-air balloon ride at sunset

You’ve just finished work for the day and the sun is still high in the sky! Perfect! Make the most of it and head into the skies to explore the Pays de Cruseilles in a hot-air balloon. The added bonus? End your evening with a stroll around the narrow streets of the Charly district, before making your way to the Auberge de Charly et ses Filles for dinner out on the terrace. The perfect plan!

#Takeoff

Your working day is over, it’s time for some fun! You’ve been waiting patiently for this moment to arrive. It’s finally time. The weather is ideal so the flight will be going ahead.
Earlier in the day, you were sent the meeting place and time.
Once you arrive, you’ll need to be patient a little longer, but it’s all for a good cause! Inquisitive participants will enjoy watching the team setting up the hot-air balloons at the take-off site. You can watch as the balloons inflate before you, until you are asked to take your place in the basket.
Are you ready? It’s time for take-off! Feeling nervous? Don’t worry, the Compagnie des Ballons team is made up of renowned specialists. The pilots are used to flying in the Alps. Your flight is sure to run smoothly.

#Bucolic

Once you’re in the sky, just take in the views! For at least an hour, you’ll be able to admire the most incredible views down below.
Thanks to their extensive knowledge of aerology in the Alps, the pilots will take you on an exploration of their region on this spectacular flight. You’ll be able to marvel at the exceptional and completely unobstructed views of the region’s mountains and lakes.
Lake Geneva and Lake Annecy, or even closer, the Alps, Aravis and Jura, not-to-mention the Genevois mountains. All these sights flash by below you and the warm colours of the sunset cover the landscape as the sun goes down slowly but surely.
Did you make the most of every second of your flight? It’s time to head back down to earth, just as gently as you took off earlier.
Before heading back in the 4×4, you’ll have the chance to learn more about hot-air balloons as you enjoy a drink together. The perfect way to end this incredible experience!

#Welcoming

To end this perfect evening, head to Charly. You are sure to fall in love with this little district of Andilly!
Wander along the narrow streets that wind around the village houses. The Auberge de Charly et ses Filles is in the centre of the village, in a former farmhouse dating from 1730.
This inn is a family-run business, managed by Valérie, Sandra and Stéphane. Two sisters and their brother are behind this meaningful concept based on the idea of sharing.
Venture inside and they’ll show you to your table. If it’s a warm evening, you’ll feel at home out on the peaceful terrace area. A relaxing experience in a great atmosphere.
Here, you can expect hearty, authentic cuisine. The chef, Jean-Luc, invites you to step inside his culinary world. He uses his dishes to pay tribute to the women of the family who would prepare simple, delicious and well-presented dishes. He adds his own touch of creativity to the classics of comforting family cuisine.

An unforgettable and very comfortable end to the day.

* If you’d like to stay a while longer, there are rooms available at the Auberge!