Sapori ad Alta Quota – Tethered Hot Air Balloon Experience

For approximately seven minutes, the balloon will rise above the ground, offering a unique and scenic view over the Frignano landscape, with the ridges, forests and villages of the Modena Apennines stretching out below.

Tickets cost €15 per person and advance booking is required. The balloon can accommodate a maximum of four passengers per ascent.

The balloon activity is operated by Aeronord Aerostati, a specialist balloon operator, while ticketing and reservations are managed by Modenatur.

The activity will only take place in suitable weather conditions and in full compliance with all necessary safety requirements.

The balloon ride is part of the second edition of “Sapori ad Alta Quota”, taking place on 5 and 6 September 2026 at G. Paolucci Airport in Pavullo nel Frignano. Promoted by Confcommercio Modena in collaboration with Pavullo Airport, the event celebrates the food and culinary traditions of the Modena Apennines, with the aim of showcasing local producers and telling the story of the area through its flavours.

Over the two days, visitors will have the opportunity to discover and taste a wide range of local specialities, including hamburgers, borlenghi, crescentine, artisan jams, Balsamic Vinegar, desserts, honey, local beers, wines, cheeses and traditional cured meats.

The programme also includes the opportunity to visit the airport hangars and, on Saturday 5 September from 3:30 pm until the evening, to take part in a stargazing session led by the 

Gruppo Astrofili Fan di Stelle.

 

Before booking, please read the following terms and conditions carefully.

General Terms and Conditions of Service

1. A tethered hot air balloon flight consists of the balloon ascending to a height of approximately 15–25 metres while remaining securely anchored to the ground by means of dedicated tethering ropes for safety purposes.
2. The balloon basket can accommodate up to 4 passengers, or up to 5 passengers when children aged 5–8 are included, depending on the balloon in use, in addition to the pilot, who will remain on board at all times.
3. Tethered ascents may be carried out with the pilot only on board or with passengers on board.
4. Depending on the weather conditions, the pilot will determine whether the ascents can take place and the maximum number of passengers that may be carried.
5. Inflation and ascent operations will be suspended in the event of rain, thunderstorms, snowfall, sustained winds exceeding 6 km/h, or wind gusts exceeding 8 km/h. Any suspension or cancellation of the flight shall not entitle passengers to claim compensation from Aeronord. The outside air temperature must be lower than the temperature inside the balloon.
6. Passengers must follow all instructions given by the pilot and the ground crew at all times during the ascent.
7. Passengers must not lean out of the basket at any time or for any reason during the ascent.
8. Minors aged 5 or over and at least 120 cm tall may only board the balloon if accompanied by an adult and/or with the authorisation of an adult who accepts responsibility for them.
9. Bags and backpacks are not permitted on board. Passengers may not board or remain on board while eating.
10. Pregnant women, persons suffering from heart conditions, nervous disorders or mental health conditions, as well as persons with prostheses or bone or muscular conditions that may make entering or exiting the basket unsafe, are not permitted to board. Anyone who boards despite these restrictions does so entirely at their own risk and assumes full personal responsibility.
11. Persons under the influence of, or who have abused, alcohol, psychotropic medication or illegal drugs are not permitted to board. Anyone who boards despite this restriction does so entirely at their own risk and assumes full personal responsibility.
12. Smoking is strictly prohibited within the hot air balloon operating area.