Ballonmuseum
Erwachsene EUR 7 · Kinder und Jugendliche zwischen 6 und 17 Jahren EUR 3
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What's on here
Why go
- An extension designed around a replica gas balloon and its ornate, ship-shaped Renaissance gondola.
- The story of the first crewed balloon ascent into the stratosphere, launched from Gersthofen in 1931.
Plan your visit
Prices
From the venue's website · checked 3 Nov 2026
Opening hours
Today10:00 – 17:00Show all
Don't miss
- Replica gas balloonThis replica recreates the gas-balloon prototype used in Joseph Maximilian Freiherr von Lütgendorf’s failed 1786 attempt to become the first German balloonist.In the new building.
- Spherical pressure capsuleThe capsule from Auguste Piccard’s balloon, which set a 15,785-metre altitude record in 1931.First floor.
What's inside
- The former water tower, whose original exhibition occupied five floors and about 150 m².
- The extension, with four exhibition levels and about 1,200 m².
- Displays on early German ballooning, balloon technology and manufacture, balloon sport, scientific and military uses, disasters and records.
Tips for your visit
- The exhibition covers balloon construction, sport, scientific and military uses, records, and disasters.
Interesting facts3
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The museum balloon D-ODMA is operated by the Freiballonverein Augsburg e. V.
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A basement connects the new building to the former water tower.
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The museum and adjoining city library form a cultural centre.
Ballonmuseum Gersthofen - Wikipedia
Shorts
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History
The museum opened in the former Gersthofen water tower. Its core collection came from Augsburg balloonist Alfred Eckert. Gersthofen and Augsburg were centres of balloon production.
- 1786A German’s first balloon flight attempt took place here.
- 1906The Gersthofen water tower was built.
- 2003A new building added four exhibition levels and about 1,200 m².
How to get there
- On footOpposite Gersthofen Town Hall and the City Center shopping centre.
Sources: Ballonmuseum Gersthofen - Wikipedia · Ballonmuseum - Stadt Gersthofen · Ballonmuseum Gersthofen - Museen in Bayern · checked 4 Oct 2026
- Website
- ballonmuseum-gersthofen.de/
- Phone
- +49 821 2491506
Questions and answers
What is the address of Ballonmuseum in Gersthofen, Germany?
Bahnhofstr. 12, 86368 Gersthofen, Germany.
Which landmarks are near Ballonmuseum?
Gersthofen Town Hall and the City Center shopping centre stand opposite.
Is there a library next to Ballonmuseum?
Yes. The city library adjoins the museum.
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