• From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
  • From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
  • From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
  • From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
  • From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
  • From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
  • From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
  • From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
  • From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
  • From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback
Ariège / Pyrenees

From the Cathar Pyrenees to the Mediterranean on horseback

Réf : RLPMEK

In summary

  • Sports
    Horseback riding
  • Duration
    9 days
  • Level
    Advance

    Levels

    Horseback riding
    Beginner
    A ride accessible to everyone—ideal for beginners and families—with no requirement to canter.
    Intermediate
    For those who know how to trot and are in good physical condition. You hold a Galop 1/2 (or equivalent level) but do not necessarily ride on a very regular basis.
    Confirmed
    For those who are balanced and proficient at all three gaits. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 6 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 3/4 certification or an equivalent level.
    Advanced
    For riders who are balanced at all three gaits and capable of riding across all types of terrain. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 7 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 5/6 certification or an equivalent level of proficiency.
    Expert
    For independent riders accustomed to riding at all three gaits over varied terrain for several hours a day over multiple days. The route may include challenging sections (stony ground, steep gradients). You hold a Galop 7 qualification or an equivalent level of ability.
  • Destination
    Ariège / Pyrenees
  • Age
    From 18 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    284.65 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French
    German
    English

In a few words

A superb 7-day horseback riding tour from the Cathar Pyrenees, along the ancient border between the kingdoms of France and Aragon, to the wild beaches of La Franquie. From west to east, you will discover the Cathar Trail from the Pyrenees, then the citadels perched atop impressive limestone peaks, and finally, after crossing the Mediterranean scrubland, you will gallop along the unspoiled beaches of the Narbonnaise Regional Natural Park.

Pyrenees, summer pastures, gorges, forests, vineyards, scrubland, Corbières vineyards, coastal lagoons, and wild beaches. A breath of fresh air, history, and nature with 100% self-catering accommodation!

The highlights

  • The superb gallop on the beach upon arrival
  • The garrigue, with its scents of thyme, rosemary, and flowering rockroses
  • The beauty of the vertigo-inducing citadels
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Sport

Level

Horseback riding

Advance

Levels

Horseback riding
Beginner
A ride accessible to everyone—ideal for beginners and families—with no requirement to canter.
Intermediate
For those who know how to trot and are in good physical condition. You hold a Galop 1/2 (or equivalent level) but do not necessarily ride on a very regular basis.
Confirmed
For those who are balanced and proficient at all three gaits. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 6 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 3/4 certification or an equivalent level.
Advanced
For riders who are balanced at all three gaits and capable of riding across all types of terrain. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 7 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 5/6 certification or an equivalent level of proficiency.
Expert
For independent riders accustomed to riding at all three gaits over varied terrain for several hours a day over multiple days. The route may include challenging sections (stony ground, steep gradients). You hold a Galop 7 qualification or an equivalent level of ability.
For riders who are balanced at all three gaits and capable of riding across all types of terrain. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 7 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 5/6 certification or an equivalent level of proficiency.

In figures

Horseback riding

  • Average duration/day: 5h30

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 4 to 10 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
German
English
Sylvain
Sylvain

Sylvain Salaméro, the founder of the organization, holds state-certified qualifications in mountaineering and horseback riding. Originally from Ariège, he will share his passions with you: the mountains, horses, and outdoor sports. Sylvain is also a geographer and ecotourism specialist. He has been leading numerous hikes for several decades and will help you discover his region with passion and in complete safety.

Management

Security

Before setting off on your trek, you'll try out your horse in the riding arena or paddock. The horses are farm-bred, trained, and well-developed, and they complete several thousand treks each year. They are very experienced and safe. They are equipped with custom-made, professional-grade riding gear. The guides are highly committed to safety.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
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    Arrival at the Soularac Centre

    • Transportation Minibus - 00h05 - 4km
    • Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Riders will be welcomed at the Soularac centre or at the nearest train station (Pamiers) at 5 p.m.

    Airport transfer available.

    Overnight stay with half-board at Sibra Castle

    Day 1

Accommodation

Access

Departure
CENTRE DU SOULARAC, Coufet, Roumengoux, France
Day 1 : 18h00
End of stay
CENTRE DU SOULARAC, Coufet, Roumengoux, France
Day 9 - 10h00

Transfer of horses and riders to the starting point upon arrival of the ride.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Pamiers

Free transfer from the train station. For shuttle schedules, please contact us.

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport de Toulouse-Blagnac

Transfer upon your arrival at Toulouse airport at 2pm. Go to the airport information desk.

At the end of your stay, the shuttle will take you back to the airport at 12pm; please book a flight departing from 2pm onwards.

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

You can leave your car at the equestrian centre; you will be taken back to your car by shuttle at the end of the ride.

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Price details

The price includes

  1. Accommodation and meals from day 1 to dinner and breakfast on the last day
  2. Guided horseback riding tours
  3. Any visits included in the stay
  4. A free shuttle service from the nearest train station

The price does not include

  1. Possible options
  2. Transportation to the place of stay

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Airport transfer : CHF68.61 / person
  2. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment provided on site

  1. A 4x4 carrying all the luggage
  2. A steward setting up and dismantling the bivouacs, installing the horse paddocks, preparing lunch and dinner, also at your service for any small errands you may need.

Equipment to bring

  1. Suitcase or sturdy luggage (please no small bags that open and nothing outside of luggage), be mindful of space!
  2. Your personal belongings (underwear, change of clothes, toiletries, etc.)
  3. A pair of mini-chaps
  4. Comfortable hiking shoes for horseback riding and walking
  5. Swimsuit
  6. A flashlight or headlamp
  7. A pair of gloves
  8. Tennis shoes or light walking shoes (for the evening)
  9. Minimum 1 liter water bottle
  10. His camera (at his own risk)
  11. His sunscreen
  12. His raincoat
  13. The picnic
  14. Its Gore-Tex

Clothing to bring

  1. A good waterproof jacket, like Gore-Tex, and a warm jacket.
  2. Nne down jacket
  3. Fleece jackets (mountain clothing), the weather is changeable and the nights are cool.
  4. A down comforter
  5. Your sunglasses
  6. A hat (sun or rain)
  7. At least two pairs of riding breeches.



The Sylvain team
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The Sylvain team

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Specializing in horseback riding trips in the Pyrenees, our local partner relies on exceptional horses, raised according to organic farming principles. Its founder, a certified mountaineering and riding expert, has been guiding high-mountain treks for over twenty years. Accompanied by a bilingual and passionate team, he offers meticulously planned trips, combining geographical expertise with a love of wild peaks.
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