The alpine landscape of South Tyrol has been a popular destination for outdoor tourists and rider for decades. Nestled between the mountain ranges of Trentino and Lombardy, the equestrian hotel is located in a cozy mountain village. Surrounded by alpine meadows, you can gaze out over a sea of clouds to the mountain peaks. South Tyrol enjoys particularly high levels of sun! Despite the few rainy days, everything thrives magnificently, as the area is fed by countless mountain streams that provide the meadows and apple orchards with sufficient water An ideal area for an active vacation in nature! There are also countless farm shops and restaurants offering products from their own production.
Explore the mountains of Val Venosta/Vinschgau on horseback and enjoy the fantastic scenery of mountains, alpine pastures, pine forests and clear lakes. Every day you will conquer several meters of altitude on reliable horses to reach the alpine pastures.
Children are also welcome! They learn how to handle horses in a playful way and get their money's worth on pony rides along the "creek" (Horse Trail). From around 12 years of age, children can also take part in trail rides, with or without a rope, depending on their ability.
The hotel also offers massages, yoga and beauty treatments. Sometimes there are also parties and dance events at the hotel. For excursions there are cable cars, mountain lakes, alpine pastures etc. Merano is also not too far away. There are also plenty of cycle routes along the Ätsch and for mountain bikers through the mountains. Bikes can be hired in some places.

Itinerary

Riding weekend 3 days

Day 1: Arrival around midday on Friday. Explore the surrounding area on a beautiful 2- to 3-hour horseback ride along the river and along forest trails. Dinner at the equestrian hotel.
Day 2: After breakfast, you will set off on a day trip to a beautiful reservoir. The route takes you along the river, through fir forests with huge boulders and along the lake shore to a mountain inn. After a break, you continue along the lake shore with a fantastic panorama of the reservoir and the mountains behind it. Alternatively, you can ride through the alpine forest to the beer cellar near Latsch with a view of the Vinschgau Valley and its famous apple orchards. to ride 
Day 3: On Sunday, after breakfast, you will set off again on a 2-hour ride through the beautiful surroundings. Depending on the route, you may also enjoy a gallop or two. Departure around noon/afternoon.

Alpine Riding Week in South Tyrol, 7 days 

Day 1: Arrival at the riding hotel. Get to know your fellow riders and dinner at the riding hotel.
Day 2: The approximately 4-hour ride to Waldberg takes you along mountain streams and forest trails. You will explore the area around the Oberer See (Riding centre) and get to know your horse. 
Day 3: After a hearty breakfast, enjoy a leisurely ride with breathtaking views up to Stallwies (almost 2000 m). Through the alpine, rocky fir forest, you will follow forest roads and mountain trails to the wild and romantic alpine pasture. Stop for refreshments or a picnic along the way. Dinner at the equestrian hotel.
Day 4: After breakfast, you will set off on a day's ride to the traditional beer cellar near Latsch, which offers views over the Vinschgau Valley with its huge apple orchards. Today's route mainly leads through alpine pine forests with numerous boulders and beautiful views of the mountains in between. 
Day 5: Break day at leisure. Visit Lake Reschen, Merano or one of the many castle ruins. Several cable cars will take you up to other Alpine pastures with fantastic views. 
Day 6: After breakfast, you will embark on a four-hour ride to a beautiful reservoir. The route takes you along the river, through fir forests with huge boulders and along the lake shore to a mountain inn. After a break, you continue along the lake shore with a fantastic panorama of the reservoir and the mountains behind it. You are sure to encounter herds of cattle that roam semi-wild in the mountains in summer. Dinner at the equestrian hotel. 
Day 7: Breakfast and departure.
Subject to change! Please note that both the order of the rides and the routes and destinations are variable. In total, you will spend approximately 21-24 hours in the saddle, depending on the weather, the exact route, and the fitness level of the rider. Wednesday is a rest day. 

Riding package rides 

Ideal for anyone traveling with family or a non-riding partner: the package includes 10 hours of riding, which you can organize individually. For example, you can take two shorter rides of 2-3 hours and a day ride, or several shorter rides. The latter is also suitable for older children who can already ride but are not yet able to go on day rides. You must have riding experience to take part in the rides. If you wish, you can also take a riding lesson on the course first, which is ideal for those returning to riding. Additional lessons can be booked on site. The flexible program leaves plenty of time for other excursions. 

Children's program

For younger children, pony rides along the river valley are offered on Shetland ponies. The 10-hour children's riding program (5x2 hours) can be booked for children aged 6 and above, who learn how to handle horses in a playful way and gain their first experience on horseback. A large riding arena is available. The program can be booked for 2 or more children. Pony rides are also available at any time for 1 child (payable on site).Other activities: In addition to horse riding, there are countless other leisure activities on offer: explore the beautiful area of South Tyrol on hikes or by bike

Accomodation
Accommodation: Traditional inn and hotel with the charm of Tyrolean craftsmanship. You stay in double rooms with shower/WC or in an apartment with fully equipped kitchen. A hairdryer is available. 
The hotel offers yoga in the morning and beauty treatments and massages by arrangement. Occasionally there are also dance classes you can join, as well as the odd party. 

Catering: For breakfast there is a rich buffet with many home-made products and delicious bread from the local bakery. In the evening, a 3-course menu with typical home cooking. On longer rides, you can stop for lunch or prepare a picnic in the morning. 
Alternatively: self-catering apartment. Numerous farm stores offer home-made products and the alpine inns, restaurants and pizzerias offer endless opportunities to stop for a bite to eat.

Saddle & Tack: Western saddles, snaffle.

Experience: Safety in all gaits, the horses must be relieved accordingly on steep passages and also led at times, so good surefootedness and fitness are required. Maximum rider weight: 85 kg.

Horses: Various small horses up to approx. 1.60m, including Quarter, Painthorse and Haflinger. The horses live in groups on spacious pastures and runs. There is also a box stable for bad weather.