Housed in the former city hall of Château-d’Oex, Espace Ballon is a museum dedicated to the fascinating history of hot air ballooning. Officially inaugurated in January 2024, it opened just in time for the annual Festival International de Ballons.

Espace Ballon - Facade
The museum showcases the evolution of balloon flight, from early pioneers to modern-day adventures, and highlights Château-d’Oex’s unique role as a hub for aerostatic exploration—including Bertrand Piccard’s record-breaking round-the-world balloon journey.

Espace Ballon at sunrise

Esapce Ballon - exhibition

Château-d'Œx - Breitling Orbiter
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