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ALSACE : Equestrian weekend in the Alsatian Mountains

Need a change of scenery ?

We suggest you to come relax in the mountains, in the heart of a protected site, full of history and legends.

Gallop in Alsatians Forests, escape for a weekend and meet up in the evening, with family or friends in our cottage with a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Region of choice for horse riders and nature, the field "Champ du Feu" is located on the Alsatian side of the Vosges. Ranked "zone Natura 2000", you will be delighted with its landscapes that combine the bright colors of stubble and the dark green pine forests, the roundness of its mountains and gentle valleys, magnificent waterfalls and abundant and varied wildlife. The area is also loaded with stories and legends, has many vestiges: medieval castles, ancient churches, walls dating back to the pagan age...

2 itineraries are possible: one for beginners and one for advanced riders.

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ADVANCED RIDERS TRAIL (4-5h on horseback/day)

Day 1
Meeting at 9am. After an introduction to the centre and the team, we go to the stables where we can choose our mount from among the thoroughbred horses. We set off for our first ride through the forest, where large galloping tracks await us. We stop at a viewpoint overlooking the entire Val de Villé. Lunch at the riding centre. In the afternoon, we ride over the Haut Lachamp and Bas Lachamp plateaux, offering a wide panorama. We pass through typical little villages before reaching the Col de la Perheux. We then gallop up to Mont St Jean, where the view is 360°! Dinner and overnight at the riding centre.


Day 2

After breakfast, we set off for a full day's riding. We head for the Hohwald waterfall, one of the most beautiful in Alsace. We'll have a picnic lunch in the countryside, then head back to the riding centre along the lovely undergrowth paths, where we'll have plenty of gallops ahead of us. The tour ends at around 6 - 6.30pm.



BEGINNER RIDERS TRAIL
(4h on horseback/day)


Day 1

Arrival at 9am. After visiting the riding centre, we get to know our friendly Icelandic horses, fjords... All suitable for beginners. During this first half-day, we learn about the animal, the different ways of communicating with it and its behaviour with other horses. We also learn how to prepare our horse for the ride, starting with grooming and then fitting the saddle and snaffle. We get on the horse for a first saddle in the arena, then set off for a ride in the Champ du Feu forest. At 1099m, this Natura 2000 site is the highest point in the Bas-Rhin.
In the afternoon, we get back in the saddle and head for the ‘haut des monts’, with its panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and villages. We'll learn about outdoor riding at our own pace and without any apprehension.
Dinner and overnight at the riding centre.


Day 2
Today, we'll be exploring the riding centre's varied terrain to help you get used to the various difficulties we'll encounter outdoors: ditches, low branches, bridges, etc. We ride near Princess Emma's Rock, a huge granit boulder, before returning to the riding centre for lunch. In the afternoon, another ride to ‘la Chaume des veaux’, where we stop briefly to admire the magnificent view over the whole of the Val de Villé.
The tour ends at around 6pm.

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Supplements / Reductions / Options - 2025
Single room supplement (to be paid on place).
This supplement is compulsory for anyone travelling alone. If you agree to share your room and we find someone to do so, this supplement will not be charged.
75 € per night
Discount - Child < 12 years
- 50 €
Non-rider rate
175 €

Additional day's riding
(night + full board included)

Adults 255 €
Child < 12 years 220 €

Extra night
(dinner and breakfast included)

Adults 95 €
Child < 12 years 75 €
Option - Transfer / vehicle / journey (to be paid on site)
to/from Strasbourg airport or station
to/from Mulhouse airport
to/from Colmar station
from / to Sélestat station
from / to Rothau station
from / to Fouday station


110 €
185 €
100 €
60 €
30 €
20 €

Discount for groups booking together if sharing the same accomodation

Please contact us

 

Included:

- Horseback trail as described in the chalet on full board
- Drinks (with or without alcohol)
- Supervision by a specialized guide

- Total and unlimited financial guarantee (APS) of all payments made to us (see "why ride with us ?")
- Protection of the French Law for travel consumers who book through French travel agencies (see "why ride with us ?")

 

Not included:

- Transport to the meeting point
- Optional transfers to and from the train station or airport
- Booking fees 15€/person
- Single room supplement
- The organization of a possible circuit tour of the area before or after the trail
- Any other service or optional visit entries, personal expenses
- Optional insurances

 

 

 

 

Our horses and required riding ability

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Horses

Our horses are Icelandics, Fjords, Pure Arabians, Thoroughbreds, Irish cobs, Spanish Pure Breeds, Quarter Horses and Apaloosas.

Tack

We use different kinds of saddles such as english saddles, western, hiking, or special child.
The saddlebags are not provided.

Recommended riding ability
We have level groups for this ride. This trip is suitable for beginners (4 hours riding per day) and experienced riders (4 to 5 hours riding per day).


Accompanied children, with the required equestrian level, are accepted on these trails. We do not accept unaccompanied children.

Weight limit is 95 kg.
Non-riders are welcome, you can explore the area, visit wine cellars, breweries, distilleries, Alsatian towns and villages, castles...
Dogs are welcome on this trip.

The local team

Our guides, Marco and Jessica speak many languages, and have a good knowledge of the area and its history.
Accommodation
Accomodation is in an equipped chalet. Sleeping facilities in rooms with double bed or bunk room (2-8 people). Single room can be subject to availability (extra-cost). Linens are provided.

Meals

You can enjoy Alsatian specialties, barbecues and local game. Drinks with or without alcohol are included in the package. At breakfast, we offer a wide choice of bun, bread, homemade jams, cereals, milk, juice, coffee, hot chocolate, fruit, yogurt...

Languages spoken by the guide: English, Spanish, German, Portuguese and French speaking guide.

Group size: 4 to 12 riders per groupe

Arrival airport / train station:

Meet directly at the equestrian farm from 9am. The riding centre is located 50 minutes drive south-west of Strasbourg.

Transfers are available from Mulhouse airport (€185 per journey), Strasbourg station or airport (€110 per car per journey), Colmar station (€100 per car per journey), Sélestat station (€60 per car per journey), Rothau station (€30 per car per journey) or Fouday station (€20 per car per journey).

Transfers are organised on Fridays between 2pm and 9pm or on Saturday mornings at 8am. On Sunday evenings, plan to take a train after 7pm.

Extra nights
Possibility of an extra night the night before the start of the tour (€95 per person half-board). To be paid on site in cash or by cheque.

Details of how to book these services are provided in your travel pack.

 

Our riding consultant's report

A really tonic weekend ride for good riders or an active initiation for beginners. A good compromise for riders of different levels who travel together.

Riding guest reviews

"Very good impression. Horses well looked after and happy. Top accommodation and good food." - Isabelle U. (2024)

"A great experience ! Two days of riding dotted with magnificent scenery and enriching explanations and sharing. Thanks to Lise, our guide, for taking us on this journey and for her love of horses ! The gîte was superbly well equipped and the atmosphere made us feel right at home! We'll be back !"- Astrid V. (2024)

"Breathtaking scenery, the Alsace forests in spring, extra horses." - Marnie B. (2024)

"Great place, with great landscapes ! Thank you to Jess and Marco for their warm welcome and their simplicity. An unforgettable experience thanks to our two guides Clara and Luc who knew how to adapt to our beginners' level. They managed to make us gallop on a nice distance at the end of the stay. A big thank you to them. It will be a pleasure to come back." - Aline P. (2019)

"We'll summarize the trail in one word: AMAZING ! Thank you to the guides for their extraordinary welcome." - Dominique F., Géraldine G. and Séverine G. (2018)

"Everything was perfect, wonderful landscapes and gastronomic trail. Warm welcome and friendly atmosphere. Marco is a man to meet absolutely !" - Odile B. (2014)

"Great cavalry and really nice team. Beautiful trips in the woods and great tracks to canter. Good cooking with local products." - Eve K. (2014)

"Great weekend; beautiful landscapes, warm, funny and attentive hosts; really good food, nice horses from different breeds. To do again !!!"
Sarah R. (2013)

Why you will love this trail

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