Horse
rides
A ride through the marshes or on the beach, an introduction to sulky driving, a horse adventure or a behind-the-scenes look at the horse world: equestrian Normandy in all its splendour for your teams.
Normandy, land of the horse
In the saddle for an unforgettable experience
Normandy is France’s leading equestrian region, with national stud farms, thoroughbred breeders and world-famous racecourses. Our equestrian activities let your teams immerse themselves in this prestigious world, from a simple guided ride to a horse adventure lasting several hours.
The ride through the marshes or on the beach is open to everyone, even non-riders. Accompanied by a qualified instructor, it offers a unique perspective on Normandy’s landscapes, especially magical at sunrise or sunset.
The sulky introduction lets you drive a harnessed horse yourself in a safe, supervised setting, a rare experience that appeals to novices and enthusiasts alike.
“Normandy seen from horseback is Normandy in its purest state.”
Our equestrian formats
Horse ride (marshes / beach)
2–30 people · 1h30–2h
Sulky introduction
4–40 people · 1h30
Horse adventure (half day)
2–20 people
Behind-the-scenes racing tour
5–80 people
Equestrian Nature Accessible All year round
Stud farms & breeders
France’s leading equestrian region
Pays d’Auge, Caen Plain, Haras du Pin: Normandy is home to the greatest names in world horse breeding. Our equestrian partners open the doors to this world of tradition and excellence.
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Our riding grounds
Marshes, beaches & Normandy bocage
The Dives marshes, a gallop on the Cabourg beaches at the end of the day, the forests of the Pays d’Auge: each route is unique and adapted to the group’s level. Our qualified instructors accompany each ride in complete safety.
Marshes Beach Forest Tailor-made
Typical schedule
The programme of your ride
A supervised ride, from the stud farm to the fresh Norman air.
Welcome at the stud farm
Introduction to the horses, equipment, safety briefing and adjustments according to each person’s level.
Introduction in the arena
15–20 minutes in the arena to get used to the horse and build confidence before the ride.
Ride in nature
A route at walk or trot depending on level: marshes, forest, beach, with commentary from the instructor.
Return & conviviality
Unsaddling, brushing the horses and a Norman drink: cider, apple juice or calvados.
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