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France

Explore France on horseback

At Equus Journeys we offer rides all across the globe, but we must confess that we do have a special affinity with a country renowned for its excellent riding, beautiful and varied landscape, and excellent gastronomy - France! Working alongside our French sister company, Cheval d'Aventure, we have carefully selected over 30 unique rides in France with something for everyone, from exhilarating fast-paced rides, relaxing family stays, or even luxurious riding holidays in castles of old . Ride off the beaten track across the beautiful French countryside, passing spectacular Châteaux, traditional villages, galloping along the coast or under the shadow of ancient forests.
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From the horse’s mouth

  • Beaches of Camargue
    October 2025 Anne aged 60
    The rides were great! Walking through the wetlands before reaching the beaches du grand radeau was amazing! Lovely horses: well behaved but not sleepy and a good home cooked meal at the end of the day: what more do you need! Well behaved but with some spirit
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  • Mountains & Vineyards of Alsace
    October 2025 Pharyn aged 42
    This trip was a "pinch me I must be dreaming" from start to finish. Our guide Alison was absolutely fantastic, the scenery was incredible, the riding was so much fun and most importantly, the horses were extremely well cared for. Cannot wait to start planning our next riding holiday - I'm hooked! Diva - brilliant... Read all
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  • Family Programme in the Alsace Mountains
    September 2025 JEANMARIE aged 63
    I had a wonderful time on this trip. All the horses are well taken care of, trained, and good natured. The leaders are friendly, helpful and patient. When I had an issue with fitting the first horse, they found a better fit for me. They really helped build my confidence cantering out of doors by finding the right... Read all
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  • Family Programme in the Alsace Mountains
    August 2025 Ranvir aged 58
    It's a lovely riding facility, a good set up and a great team, we throughly enjoyed our trip.A very helpful staff and they took very good care of their horses.
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  • Flexible getaway in Bourbonnais
    August 2025 Louise aged 50
    Hannah was delighted to ride Bud, an energetic Connemara, she had a lot of fun with her. Two of us got on with Ati, a sweet albeit slow pony. There are lots of horses available to suit every rider
  • Rider on an adventure horseback trail in the mountains
    Riding in the mountains of Provence
  • Riding with the Mt St Michel in the background, France
    Riding in Normandy: the Mt St Michel
  • Riders enjoying a canter in the Morvan, France
    This trail ride includes long and frequent canters, downhill descents and lake crossings
  • Riders cantering in a valley on a trail riding holiday
    Pick up the pace as you reach valleys and plateaus
  • Chambord castle and horseback riders
    Riding to Chambord castle in the Loire Valley