The giant hot air balloon, 'la vasque', has returned to Paris as a prominent tourist attraction following its debut during the 2024 Olympics. It was reintroduced amidst the city's Fête de la Musique and will remain in the Tuileries garden until September 14, 2025. This balloon, designed to carry the Olympic flame—made of water vapor—will lift off at sunset, with scheduled times changing throughout the summer months. Visitors can watch from various iconic locations, and daytime access to the balloon's base is available without tickets.
The giant hot air balloon, initially introduced during the 2024 Olympics, has returned to Paris as a summer tradition, soaring above key locations until 2025.
Anchored in the Tuileries gardens, 'la vasque' will ascend at sunset, with viewing recommendations including iconic Parisian sites like the Champs-Élysées and Montmartre.
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