The 20 best Horse Riding Tours in Lombardy
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Lombardy and Horseback Riding: what to know
Lombardy is one of the best regions to go horseback riding. There are several riding stables within a few kilometers of the cities that offer splendid rides: amidst vineyards, on the banks of the Lakes, in the woods, hills and mountains.
The best horseback rides near Milan can be found at Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, and Lake Garda. The areas of Franciacorta and Oltrepò Pavese are characteristic for rides through vineyards. For horseback rides in the mountains, which are also very scenic in winter, the peaks of Valchiavenna and Valtellina offer breathtaking snowy landscapes.
Horseback riding tours are a lot of fun and most routes are suitable even for beginners, so no prior equestrian experience is necessary. Shorter tours of 1h to longer tours of 3h can be selected. Some facilities also offer the opportunity to enjoy a typical farm meal or a tasting of local products, such as this horse trekking at Lake Garda!
Prices for horseback rides in Lombardy range from 25€ to 40€ per hour, and depend on the services included. In addition, recommended clothing includes long pants, comfortable lace-up shoes, and possibly a shirt that covers the arms - to protect against brambles and insects.
So, if you live in Milan, Lecco, Como, Bergamo, Brescia, or any other city in Lombardy, and are looking for a ride for a special occasion as a couple, or a day out with friends and family, visit one of the riding stables just minutes from the cities for a pleasant horseback ride!
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Is horseback riding difficult?
Horseback riding tours are also suitable for beginners. For people who have never ridden a horse before, short tours are recommended.
How do you dress for horseback riding?
Horseback riding includes stretches in the middle of the woods and in the countryside. For this reason, the required clothing for horseback riding includes:
- comfortable shoes
- long pants
- possibly a long-sleeved shirt/shirt.
Short pants/skirts and flip-flops/sandals are strongly discouraged.
Can I book a dinner, lunch, or aperitif at the farm along with the horseback ride?
Some facilities offer the possibility of having lunch, dinner or a typical aperitif in a farmhouse following the horseback ride. This service can be purchased directly at the time of booking; if there is no such option, the stables always provide directions to the best restaurants and agritourisms in the surrounding area!
Where are the best horseback rides in Lombardy?
The best horseback rides in Lombardy are on the shores of the Lombard lakes (particularly horseback rides at Lake Como and Lake Garda), but also in some specific areas such as Oltrepò Pavese and Franciacorta; for more high-altitude rides, however, we suggest Bormio and Valtellina, Valchiavenna and Madesimo, or the Bergamo hills.
At what age can you ride a horse?
The minimum age required by law to ride a horse is 14 years old. So, children under 14 years of age cannot ride, even with prior experience.
Some stables have ponies available, which can also be ridden by children under 14.
How much does a horseback ride in Lombardy cost?
Horseback riding in Lombardy costs on average 25€ to 40€ per hour. The price depends on the stables, the location and the type of ride: the horse requires uncommon care compared to other animals, so a large part of the price paid is equivalent to the preparation, feeding and care of the animal.
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