The traditionnal transhumance of pyrenean horses

Description

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Pyrenean horse breeders have always been moving their Merens and Castillon horses to the summer pastures in the mountains. This tradition is the guarantee of the authenticity, the agility and the temperament of both breeds.
This event at the beginning of the summer is one of the most important of the Pyrenean culture and is the opportunity for traditional festivals.
We invite you to share this great adventure with our Merens and Castillon horses among the herds.

Planning

Friday 16 June

- Reception of the riders at the end of the arfternoon.
- Lodging and dinner in the gîte in Cavalus, small mountain gite located over Massat.

Saturday 17 June

- Departure from Cavalus towards Oust where we meet the herds. This small village welcome the traditional transhumance festival at the foot of the mountains.
- Transfer of the riders to the gîte in Aunac high in the mountains.

Sunday 18 June

- Departure from Oust with the herds. Ascent to the Col of Pose where the horses stay for the summer.
- Special lunch time with the breeders. Ride to the heights among the herds to the refuge of Arréou in high mountains close to a lake and where we spend the night. Great panorama over the valley.

Monday 19 June

- We leave Arréou and the herds through the valley of Estours. Beautiful valley and panorama over the Mount Vallier.
- Picnic at the bottom of the famous waterfall of Arcouzen. High technical ride in high mountains with a few times of walks.
- Gîte of Aunac in the evening.

Tuesday 20 June

- A long ride to come back to Cavalus through a new itinerary.
- Lodging and dinner in the gite in Cavalus.

Wednesday 21 June

- End of the trek.

This trek is more difficult than the Little transhumance, with longer stages and a technical day in the valley of Estours. Wonderful ride.

We stay at your disposal for any question.

Dates

No date foreseen for the moment

INFORMATION AND BOOKING

Ferme équestre du Soularac – l'esprit du cheval - 09500 Roumengoux
France Tel : + 33 5 61 69 74 05 Port : 06 80 21 79 37 Mail : info@cheval-en-pyrenees.com
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