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The 20 best Horse Riding Tours in Lombardy

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4.81 503 reviews

- federica degan
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Thu 27 Mar, 15:002 pp1 hour
- Gabriella M.
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Fri 21 Mar, 14:301 pp1 hour
Beautiful horseback riding, super friendly and helpful staff. I highly recommend it
- Paolo Carnevali
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Tue 25 Mar, 11:002 pp1 hour
Competent and friendly instructor|/chaperone
- Alessandro Del Corno
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Sun 23 Mar, 12:002 pp1 hour
Great experience for someone like me who is new to riding a horse...the guys at the stables were super nice and didn't let us miss a thing. highly recommended!!!
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- Mirco P.
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Sun 23 Mar, 14:301 pp1 hour
- inoki n.
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Sun 9 Mar, 14:002 pp2 hours
Beautiful walk, very relaxing and peaceful experience in a unique landscape...
Answer from the host:We are very happy that you had a good time and relaxed in contact with nature ☺️
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Ideal destinations in Lombardy for Horseback Riding



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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Horse near Milan

Horse Riding near Como with lunch at a farmhouse
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Olgiate Comasco (CO), Lombardy

5 (4)

Horse Riding near Como with lunch at a farmhouse

Discover the beauty of the forests and hills around Lake Como with a group or couple horseback riding tour.

Depending on your preference, you can choose from the following tours:

Walk

If you choose the walk-only tour, you will be accompanied by an experienced guide along the entire route. Following a brief explanation on how to ride a horse, you will ride through the hills of the Como area in total safety, thanks to the helmets and protections provided directly by the facility.

Horseback riding with aperitif (private)

The horseback ride with aperitif includes the same itinerary as the walk-only tour and is followed by an aperitif at the Ca Verda agriturismo with drinks and appetizers.

Horseback ride with lunch (private)

The horseback ride with lunch includes the same itinerary as the walk-only tour and is followed by lunch at the Ca Verda agriturismo. The menu changes according to seasonality and includes an appetizer with cheeses and cold cuts, an encore of first courses and a second course of meat accompanied by potatoes.

Horseback ride with dinner (private)

The horseback ride with dinners includes the same itinerary as the walk-only tour and is followed by dinner at the Ca Verda farmhouse. The menu changes according to seasonality and includes an appetizer with cheese and cold cuts, an encore of first courses and a second course of meat accompanied by potatoes.

The walk takes 1 hour and is suitable for everyone, including beginners. Each tour has a maximum number of 4 participants. Minimum age: 14 years.

The riding school providing the experience uses the Ca Verda farmhouse to arrange lunch, aperitif or dinner.

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Horse Riding at Lake Garda
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Toscolano-Maderno (BS), Lombardy

4.76 (41)

Horse Riding at Lake Garda

Horseback riding in the hills overlooking the west shore of Lake Garda from Toscolano Maderno, on trails surrounded by nature.

Hikes are suitable for beginners who are going horseback riding for the first time. You ride through the countryside and woods and reach high ground from where you can admire beautiful views, and you can stop for short breaks. 

 

To participate è sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is necessary.

Minimum age: 14 years old. Maximum weight: 95 kg.

1-hour excursion

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The’excursion includes a tour of about 5/6 km around Gaino passing through historical places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

2-hour hike 

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Trip of about 12 km along the hill between Gargnano and Toscolano, crossing historic places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

1-hour excursion with lunch or dinner

The’excursion includes a tour of about 5/6 km around Gaino passing through historic places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

In this experience è included is a lunch or dinner with 3-course tasting menu, dessert and coffeeè drinks included (dishes with seasonal and local ingredients).

Lunch is prepared for 12:30 / 13:00, è thus preceding the walk. Dinner, on the other hand, is prepared for 7:30 / 8:00 p.m. and is held after the walk.

Lunch and dinner include:

    •    3 courses
    •    Dessert
    •    Caffé
    •    Drinks

This option é only available from March to September.

2-hour excursion with lunch

A tour of about 12 km along the hillside between Gargnano and Toscolano, passing through historic places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

In this experience è lunch is included (available all year round). Lunch is prepared for 12:30 / 13:00, è thus preceding the walk.

Lunch includes:

    •    3 courses
    •    Dessert
    •    Caffé
    •    Drinks
Horse Riding in the Moraine Hills and lunch at a farmhouse
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Horse near Bergamo

Horse Riding in a medieval village in the Brembana Valley
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Horse Riding in the Seriana Valley at the foot of the Orobian Pre-Alps in Onore
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FAQs for Horse in Lombardy


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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