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ALSACE : RIDE IN VINEYARDS & VILLAGES...
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In a very green setting, in the heart of the famous vineyards of Alsace you will ride during a week, from the banks of the Rhine to the vineyards, to the Vosges and the mythical village of Riquewihr, discovering the beautiful landscapes and the high quality of Alsatian life.
The rhythm of the ride is quick and sportive, with some days up to 8 hours in the saddle. |
RIDE ITINERARY
Day 1 - Sunday
Arrival and dinner on the Rhine Island of Vogelgrun at the « Le Caballin » hotel at 8.00 pm.
During dinner, the guide will give explanations on the ride and the horses. Night at the hotel.
Day 2 - Monday
This morning we follow the banks of the Rhine for some kilometers so that horses and riders get used to each other before reaching the Alsace plain which will take us westwards to the Bollenberg. Tonight we stay in a nice hotel in Rouffach where we will have a tasting of Alsatian wine. Dinner and night at the hotel.
Day 3 - Tuesday
The scenery today will quickly change, we will leave the plain behind and reach the wineyards of the Vosges passing near by the "Petit Ballon". We will cross Wasserbourg and then head down towards Munster, through one of the most beautiful valleys of the Vosges, before riding up again to Hohrodbergh where we will spend the next 2 nights and enjoy the superb view over the valley and the Vosges.
Day 4 - Wednesday
Today will be a round trip in the mountains and we will climb up to 1300 meters altitude at the highest point. We will ride on top of the hills that we saw the day before and pass by the “White lake” and the “Black lake”. In the evening, we will go back to the hotel in Munster for dinner and overnight.
Day 5 - Thursday
We will leave the Vosges and go back to the wine region where we will have the pleasure to visit two of the most beautiful towns in Alsace : Kaysersberg and Riquewihr. We will spend the night in a hotel in Thannenkirch.
Day 6 - Friday
We will start the day by climbing to the famous "Haut Kœnigsbourg" where we will discover an exceptional view of the wineyards and the Alsatian plains. Long canters will allow us to reach, before the night, the country inn situated on the other bank of the Rhine in Germany. Dinner and night.
Day 7 - Saturday
Visit of the volcanic Kaiserstuhl region covered with forests, wine- and orchyards situated between the Rhine and the Black Forest. At the end of the day we will cross the river again to finish the ride in Neuf-Brisach, city built by Vauban. Night at the hotel in Vogelgrun on the Rhine Island.
Day 8 - Sunday
Departure after breakfast.
HORSES, TACK AND RIDING EXPERIENCE
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Horses Our horses are easy to ride. They are in great shape and they go anywhere. They are able to canter long distances whilst in the plains and easily climb up the mountains.
This endurance ride requires to be able to make long trots and long canters (canters downhills).
We reserve the right to refuse any rider who does not have sufficient riding abilities. In that case, the trail will not be refundable. Minimum age : 16 years |
YOUR GUIDES
Our qualified riding guides already have a long experiences with trails rides all over France and will be happy to make you discover the beautiful region of Alsace.
ACCOMMODATION
2* or 3* Hotels and meals.
Warm lunch is provided by our support vehicle.
DATES AND RATES
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| August 01 to 08 | 1340 € |
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Single room supplement : 300 € (only applies to those who absolutely ask for a single room)
Possiblity for non riders to follow the ride with their own vehicule. Rate : 1000 €
Included
- the trail ride as described on full board basis, with accommodation in double room,
- 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
- transportation to and from the departure/ending point of the ride,
- drinks,
- any other service or optional visit entries, personal expenses
- tips,
- a tour to discover other regions of France before or after the
trail (castle life, golf training, thalassotherapy spas...), see
our "after ride proposals".
- optional insurances.
BOOKING - MORE INFORMATION
Contact Anne, the specialist for this horse riding tour ...
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GENERAL INFORMATION
DURATION
8 days / 7 nights / 6 days on horseback (5 to 8 hours in the saddle daily)
LANGUAGE
French, English
GROUP SIZE
From 5 to 12 riders.
MEETING POINT
Meeting point at 8.00pm at the "Le Caballin" Hotel in Vogelgrun on the Rhine.
The bus line n°1076 from Colmar station passes in front of the hotel just before crossing the Rhine bridge.
CLIMATE
A the period of the ride, the weather usually is beautiful and dry. Anyway, we recommand to bring a rain coat in case of and remind you that evenings can be fresh especially up in the the mountains.
HEALTH
There are no specific health formalities and emergency medical treatment is as widely available in the country.
ENTRY FORMALITIES
A valid passport is required of all foreigners entering France, except people living from a Schengen agreement country for who a valid ID card is enough.
All foreign citizens who wish to come to France must be able to present regulatory proof of the purpose of their stay, means of support and accommodation. In some cases, they need a visa to enter France. Visas must be applied for before leaving for France at a French consular office.
France is a member of European Union. No visa is required for citizens of other EU states.
No visa is required for US visitors staying less than 3 months.
Please check these informations at your local French embassy.
