Balloons are a type of challenge found scattered around the map of Hogwarts Legacy. The goal is to find five balloons and destroy them while flying on a Broom.
Completing a certain number of Balloons challenges reward players with a new Broom Appearance in Hogwarts Legacy. It doesn’t have any special effects or extra skills, so it’s safe to say that players will only change the Broom’s style, as the improvements are part of another quest. There are a total of 32 Balloons challenges in Hogwarts Legacy.
Updated on August 30, 2023, by Nahda Nabiilah: Brooms are essential for transportation in Hogwarts Legacy. In addition to transportation and exploration, Broomstick may also benefit Students as it helps complete a couple of challenges, like the Balloon-popping mission where winning requires summoning a Broom and flying through the clusters to pop them. Unlocking Broomsticks is not that hard in Hogwarts Legacy as it’s part of the Main Quest. Moreover, there are many types and styles of Brooms introduced in the game and players can unlock them by completing several Balloons challenges and buying some from vendors.
North Ford Bog (2 Balloons)
Balloons #1
Upon using the Pitt-Upon-Ford Floo Flame, turn east and look up to find the Balloons in Hogwarts Legacy. They can be near each other, so it won’t be difficult to locate all five.
Balloons #2
From the East North Ford Floo Flame, fly northeast to find a lone Balloon. Pop it and glide down to the south to find the remaining line of Balloons.
Hogsmeade Valley (1 Balloon)
Balloons #3
Teleport to the Upper Hogsfield waypoint and fly up. Turn south to find the first Balloon then follow the trail to the southwest.
North Hogwarts Region (1 Balloon)
Balloons #4
Summon a Broom in Hogwarts Legacy and fly east of Korrow Ruins until a cluster of Balloons appears from a distance.
South Hogwarts Region (5 Balloons)
Balloons #5
Popping the Balloons found around the Quidditch Pitch is part of Professor Kogawa’s first Assignment in Hogwarts Legacy. It’s possible to reach the pitch by flying southwest from the Hogwarts North Exit Floo Flame.
Balloons #6
The next challenge is northwest of Lower Hogsfield. To reach it faster, fast travel to the Hogwarts South Exit and turn southwest to find the line of Balloons.
Balloons #7
Run north from the Aranshire Floo Flame to find all five Balloons near the bridge. Pop the Balloons to complete the challenge.
Balloons #8
Keep heading north from the Aranshire waypoint to arrive at Hogsmeade Station. One of the Balloons’ locations is a bit tricky so make sure to cast Revelio to mark the Balloons in blue. Players can find said Balloon between some trees at a lower range than the others by turning southwest.
Balloons #9
Just Southwest of the Aranshire Floo Flame, it’s possible to find a straight line of Balloons between tall trees.
Hogwarts Valley (7 Balloons)
Balloons #10
The tenth challenge is north of the West Hogwarts Valley Floo Flame. Professor Kogawa’s second assignment will help players pinpoint the Balloons' location.
Balloons #11
Protagonists can fly using a Broom or a mount in Hogwarts Legacy southwest of Central Hogwarts Valley to find all five Balloons in a straight line from a distance.
Balloons #12
From the Brocburrow Floo Flame, head northeast to find the first Balloon in the group and proceed to pop the remaining Balloons in line.
Balloons #13
Northeast of Keenbridge is a group of Balloons arranged in a straight line. Pick one from any side and use the Broom or a mount to pop them.
Balloons #14
Travel northwest of the Northern South Sea Bog waypoint to see the Balloons. Simply fly to the location using a Broom and pop them.
Balloons #15
North of The Mine’s Eye is also part of Professor Kogawa’s Assignment; players should simply reach the marked destination and pop the Balloons in order.
Balloons #16
Head south of The Mine’s Eye waypoint to find the first Balloon and then keep going in the same direction to pop the rest.
Feldcroft Region (6 Balloons)
Balloons #17
West of North Feldcroft, players can find a cluster of Balloons near an enemy camp in Hogwarts Legacy.
Balloons #18
Fast travel to Rookwood Castle Floo Flame and head north to find the 18th challenge. The Balloons are placed in a straight line, so it shouldn’t be a problem to pop them.
Balloons #19
Upon traveling to the South Feldcroft waypoint, players can immediately find the cluster of Balloons outside the house.
Balloons #20
Teleport to the Feldcroft Catacomb Floo Flame and fly northwest to find a group of Balloons. All five Balloons are visible and players could use Revelio to better locate them.
Balloons #21
The following challenge is found south of the Feldcroft Catacomb. Keep going south and glide down near the shore to find the Balloons.
Balloons #22
From the Irondale waypoint, walk a bit east to the cliff to find the first Balloon. Fly near it and proceed west to find the remaining Balloons.
Coastal Cavern (1 Balloon)
Balloons #23
Teleport to the Tomb of Treachery and turn southeast to find the Balloons. Pop all five of them to complete the challenge.
Poidsear Coast (3 Balloons)
Balloons #24
Summon a Broom or a flying mount in Hogwarts Legacy and head northwest of the South Poidsear Coast to find the line of Balloons. Approach the first one and keep popping the rest while flying north.
Balloons #25
Fly south from the South Poidsear Coast Floo Flame to pop all five Balloons and complete the 25th challenge.
Balloons #26
From the Phoenix Mountain Cave, head southeast until a bridge appears. Glide under it to find the first Balloon and proceed south to pop the rest.
Marunweem Lake (1 Balloon)
Balloons #27
Go southeast from the Coastal Mine Floo Flame to find a Landing Platform in Hogwarts Legacy. The first Balloon can be seen across it while the remaining Balloons are southwest.
Manor Cape (2 Balloons)
Balloons #28
Travel to the West Manor Cape waypoint and fly up to see a couple of Balloons. Head north to find the first one and continue north to find the remaining Balloons.
Balloons #29
Head south of the West Manor Cape Floo Flame to reach a Landing Platform. A line of Balloons can be seen near the platform.
Clagmar Coast (1 Balloon)
Balloons #30
By calling a Broom or a mount and flying northwest of the South Clagmar Coast waypoint, players will be able to see a cluster of Balloons. Upon popping the first, proceed in the same direction to find the rest.
Cragcroftshire (2 Balloons)
Balloons #31
Fly north from the Clagmar Castle waypoint to see the first Balloon in the group above the waters. To pop the rest, turn northwest and continue flying under the bridge.
Balloons #32
Travel to the Cragcroft Floo Flame to immediately see the first three Balloons northwest. The remaining two are found west.
How To Unlock Brooms In Hogwarts Legacy
To unlock Brooms in Hogwarts Legacy, players must complete the Main Quest where they attend Flying Class for the first time. The Professor teaches all the necessary mechanics and tricks to successfully maneuver a Broomstick.
First, as a method of practicing, Professor Kogawa instructs Students to go through three rings. The next step is to fly through several rings situated away from the Flying Class Lawn. Once players are familiarized with Broomsticks, Everett Clopton appears and challenges Students to take a small scenery detour around Hogwarts.
As for purchasing Brooms, it is done by visiting the Sprintwiches Sporting Needs store in Hogsmeade. Each one costs 600 Galleons, but the store doesn’t have all types. Here’s where to find all types of Broomsticks in Hogwarts Legacy:
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Sprintwiches Sporting Needs |
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Traveling Vendors |
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Balloons Challenges |
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Hogwarts Legacy is available now on PS5, Xbox Series S/X, and PC. PS4, Xbox One, and Switch versions are currently in development.