The riding stable is located approximately two hours' drive south-west of Bordeaux on the Atlantic coast. The 40 km long beach is only developed for tourism in certain areas, with long stretches falling within a nature reserve, but these are accessible to horse riders all year round and therefore offer ideal opportunities for riding on the beach and long, brisk rides. The riding stable itself is located about 5 km from the beach, surrounded by pine forests with countless sandy paths.

Not to be forgotten is the excellent cuisine of the region. Here, every restaurant is proud of its own specialities. Multi-course menus are the norm and fine Bordeaux wine grows right on the doorstep.

Enjoy exciting gallops on the endless, fine sandy beaches and brisk rides through fragrant pine forests and wild marshland with its pools, which are constantly being reshaped by the tides. Ride through the sand dunes of the light-flooded Mediterranean landscape. In this diverse landscape, you will enjoy every minute of your ride! The colourful variety of flowers in spring, the purple carpet of heather in autumn, and in between a long bathing season on clean, shallow beaches.

In addition to horse riding, you can book services such as yoga classes, sauna use and massages on site. A table tennis table is also available. Deck chairs and the pool provide relaxation.

The surrounding area with its endless beach is particularly suitable for water sports and swimming. You can go canoeing and paddling in the river and nearby lake. Bicycles are also available for hire

Itinerary

Beginners' course: This programme is aimed at beginners who want to gain confidence on horseback and in handling horses in just one week. A good level of fitness is essential. In an intensive training programme, you will learn the basic gaits on particularly safe horses, including light trotting and a light seat. After your first few laps in the ring, you will quickly head out into the beautiful pine forest, which is criss-crossed by sandy paths. You will spend around 4 hours on horseback every day and a total of up to 7 hours with the horses. After a week of intensive training at the renowned French riding school, you will be ready for your long-awaited gallop on the beach on the last day! A maximum of 4 participants guarantees intensive and individual instruction!

Flexible riding week: For riders who are already confident in all gaits, this programme offers 8 riding sessions of 2 hours each. As a rule, approx. 2-hour rides through the pine forest are offered in the morning and/or afternoon. A beach ride is also possible (riding time slightly shorter, including short transfer of horse and rider). At the end of the week, a full-day ride (= 3 riding sessions) is usually offered, during which you can also ride on the beach and enjoy a picnic on the riverbank. On request, a lesson in the riding arena can be taken instead of a trail ride. As the riding stable is closed on Sundays, it is best to book the flexible riding week from Sunday to Sunday. Also ideal for families where not everyone rides, as there is still time for excursions together!

Show jumping training for advanced riders: A course to improve and perfect your show jumping skills – lessons with pole work and jumping in the morning and afternoon. In the afternoons, you can go on trail rides in the beautiful surroundings instead. At least one beach ride is also included. Advanced riders are carefully introduced to jumping, starting with pole work and dressage as a basis for clean jumps. The trail rides are also very educational, challenging and encouraging riders. The course is suitable if you are confident in the saddle and would like to start jumping, but also if you already participate in competitions. The training is completely individualised with a group size of 2 to 6 riders.

The groups for advanced riders are larger, as guests from different programmes often ride together (usually up to 10 people)

Accomodation
Overnight stay: You will stay in lovingly renovated guest houses, approx. 5 km from the beach. In the center there is a pool with comfortable seating areas. The individually designed guest rooms offer space for 2-4 people and are equipped with shower/WC. There are also rooms with a kitchenette. A separate vacation home with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, conservatory and terrace is available for families and groups. Up to 10 guests can stay here, with a view of the riding arena. The main house is located approx. 500m from the pastures and the riding arena.
If the guest house is fully booked, you can stay in a 2-star hotel in Mimizan Plage (approx. 5 km away). 
The accommodation has a massage room, sauna and table tennis table. Bicycles (e-bikes) are also available for hire. 

Catering: 
Meals are served on the guest property. In the morning to stand Baguette, croissants, jams, cheese, muesli and fruit are provided. In the evening, a 3-course Manu awaits you with various dishes such as salad, meat, vegetables, side dishes, French cheese and a dessert. Bordeaux wine, water, coffee or tea to stand are also available. Full board can be booked as an option; it is recommended for the beginners' week and the jumping training, which are very time-intensive.

Saddle & Tack: English and French trail riding and eventing saddles, snaffle

Experience: Flexible riding: For riders with at least intermediate riding skills. Maximum rider weight: 95 kg.

Beginners' programme: No previous experience required. Even beginners can ride on the beach after just a short time! Beginners: maximum weight 90 kg. The minimum age for the beginners' programme is 14 and the maximum age is 65.

Jumping training for advanced riders: Minimum age 17, rider weight max. 85 kg, only for experienced riders with many years of riding experience, suitable for both jumping novices and competition riders.

Horses: French trotters, Anglo-Arabians, thoroughred and Selle Francais, approx. 1.50m to 1.70m, sure-footed, willing to perform and reliable. The horses live all year round in a herd in big paddocks.