Maramures Balloon Fiesta is an annual balloon festival in Northwestern Romania. The festival, which has been held since 2011, celebrates the joy of life, traditions, and human longing for a flight. Maramures Balloon Fiesta is usually held during the first weekend of October, bringing the magical world of hot air balloons closer to everyone. This popular international event, which attracts thousands of visitors, also promotes the cultural heritage and beauty of the Maramureș region, famous for its colorful traditions.
Location and Entertainment
Maramures Balloon Fiesta usually takes place near the town of Baia Mare, between the villages of Rogoz and Lăpușul Românesc, in a beautiful rural setting. The festival features activities in local communities so that visitors can explore villages, meet locals, learn about their customs, way of life, and experience their hospitality. Entertainment includes folk dances, handicrafts vendors and workshops, local food, and live music.
Maramureș Balloon Fiesta brings together pilots from all over Europe for a unique and memorable experience. Since the start of the festival, more than 28 European countries have been represented. Over 215 hot air balloons have risen into the skies over the beautiful mountainous country. The public can reserve spots in hot air balloons to see breathtaking Maramures landscapes from a bird's-eye view.
Ballon Rides
At the festival, guests have the opportunity to go up in a hot air balloon, but for this you need to register a flight. It lasts from 30 minutes to 1 hour, during which the balloon floats carried by the wind and directed by the pilot, rising to a maximum height of 3 937 feet (1 200 m), depending on the weather conditions. Adults Pass costs about $160, and Children Pass (ages 8-12) costs $140.
