Horseback riding at Saintes Maries de la Mer: the best site in the Camargue

Discover the Camargue on horseback

A horse born of foam, symbol of our wild region

The Camargue horse is one of the oldest horse breeds in the world. It has been present in the Rhône delta and its marshes since ancient times. It can be recognized by its white coat tending towards grey. Its instincts are infallible and its feet broad and sure.

This horse is also the emblem of Saintes-Maries-de-La-Mer and the symbol of the Camargue. According to legend, it was born from the foam of the sea. This white horse is said to have saved a man being chased by a bull by emerging from the foam, to prevent him from being swept away by the waves. He said to the man: "I will never be your slave, but your friend".

In the Camargue, this legend is preserved, as the horses live in semi-liberty, summer and winter alike. This type of breeding is the only one authorized in the Camargue.

Horseback riding in Saintes Maries de la Mer: several ways to discover the Camargue horse

Although the Camargue horse lives in semi-liberty, it has not forgotten to be man's friend. He's an ideal companion for exploring the region.

Do you dream of entering into communion with a horse and exploring unexplored landscapes? Then a horseback ride is for you. Ioannis, one of our customers, was delighted that this experience is also suitable for beginners. The horses are calm and attentive. There's a real sense of cooperation between animal and human.

Prefer a horse-drawn carriage ride? Our rides are famous throughout the Camargue, all the way to Provence. It can be an unusual way to discover the horses, our landscapes, and enjoy a quiet, inspiring moment during your stay.

Children aged 8 and over can enjoy a pony ride, as these animals are particularly patient and friendly with your children.

Horseback riding in Saintes Maries de la Mer: why is it the best site?

Horseback riding in Saintes Maries de la mer is the ideal way to discover our landscapes and ecosystem. It's a way of remaining immersed in nature, preserving the silence and calm of a natural rhythm.

Discover the flora and fauna of the Camargue with explanations from our guides or our coachman.

What makes horseback riding in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer such a good choice is first and foremost our proximity to the sea - just one kilometer from our estate. So you can ride along the beach at sunset.

Our horseback rides also take you through lagoons and marshes. For example, you'll discover the fauna & flora of the Camargue in the heart of the natural environment of the Etang de l'Impérial, a Natura 2000 listed site.

Our stables, our hotel

Charlotte Maurey oversees the running of the stables and manages her team. She has been passionate about horses since a very young age. She ensures the well-being of our horses and ponies on a daily basis, and offers a range of services and rides to help you discover our equines and our beautiful Camargue.

Our guests say it best: Camille booked a new ride on her second stay, and has developed a real friendship with our horses.

Diane has taken out a week's subscription to visit the most beautiful spots in the Camargue. She says the horses are "formidable".

Renaud appreciated his guide's explanations of Carmaguan flora and fauna, and the way she adapted the difficulty of the rides to the riders' level. He observed that our horses are very well treated, and that only 2 rides a day were proposed, so that our horses remain in the pleasure of the ride.

Marc shared this moment with his 11-year-old daughter and says he found a place where people are courteous, friendly and passionate, with a special focus on horses. The ride he took with just 3 riders gave him a sense of intimacy and calm, which allowed him to connect with nature.

Make an appointment with our Camargue horses and our wild environment.

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