jumping arena , 1 Dressage arena , 3 training arenas , 1 cross-country trail with ford , 1 TREC track with direct acces to the Domanial Forest of Fontainebleau. A quick mirror glance is essential before that big meeting just to check you don’t have straw, mud or anything else more pungent stuck to your smart work attire.

The voies vertes, which follow the old, totally secure railroad lines between Mirepoix and Lavelanet and from Foix to Saint Girons, are also an alternative: on horseback or by carriage, they show you what’s behind the scenes, what you can’t see from the road while riding through our villages. Whether you are a seasoned or amateur rider, our partners offer different options for going out into the countryside to see the Camargue’s flora and fauna for yourself. The diversity and richness of its landscapes, its fauna, its flora and its hundreds of small villages make all the charm of it. At Riding for the Disabled Association, our equines are essential to what we do and we always ensure that they get the best care possible. Horses hold a very important place in the Camargue, and this is why we suggest you venture into countryside with them, accompanied by experienced guides.Find how you can enjoy the magazine delivered to your door every week, plus options to upgrade your subscription to access our online service that brings you breaking news and reports as well as other benefits. Indeed, from 2 years old, children can discover the pleasures of riding with Shetland ponies, on the wild coast, during one hour rides. Though your work friends are a bit bemused as to why you have the exact same picture of your horse trotting sideways, just with a different background, 10 times over. With a Top Prize of €100,000 for this show jumping competition over 1m55 obstacles, the Bourg-en-Bresse 4* CSI attracts some of the best riders in the world. Our group of around 10 horses follow small dirt tracks, little paths and at times, we literally cross through completely overgrown areas of vegetation.

In small groups, set off to assault Belle-île between moors and fine sandy beaches, pretty wooded paths and hidden corners! Comprehensively signed and largely purpose-built, the Trail often uses disused railway lines, so many of the paths are wide and unsurfaced. The Camargue horse is a hardy breed, a working horse that stays outdoors all year round and is very friendly. From the Lac de Montbel tour to the Cathar trails (GR107 and GR 367) to the Chemin du piémont Pyrénéens (GR78)… you’ve got the choice to escape on horseback to wide-open spaces, beneath walls of history and mountain peaks! The Trail is set amongst beautiful countryside, winding through villages and woods, alongside rivers and over wild moorland, passing minsters, abbeys, and castles.on a Friday may signal beers in a pub garden for your friends, but for you it’s a glass of wine in front of the television while you clean tack for tomorrow’s competition.

The horse riding stables provide introductory sessions and horse riding outings for people of all ages. Our equestrian centers will be able to suggest the ideal horse (or welcome your mount) for your fantastic ride. The iodized smells of the waves punctuate the pace of this nature walk with exceptional colors in shades of glaz.Each and every rider is matched to one of our well-behaved school horses and will be instructed by one of our BHS qualified instructors. Founded by its artistic director, Jean-Baptiste Duperray, in 1994, the Compagnie des Quidams has created over a dozen shows. Située à l'extrême nord de l'île, la pointe des Poulains est l'un des sites plus emblématiques de Belle-Île. Using horsemanship and outdoor activities, we deliver nationally accredited personal development and wellbeing programmes which offer our participants new coping strategies, life skills and the tools to build resilience.