• Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
  • Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais
France / Burgundy-Franche-Comté

Horseback riding through vineyards and history, from Burgundy to Beaujolais

Réf : HRQNUA

In summary

  • Sports
    Horseback riding
  • Duration
    4 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    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
    France / Burgundy-Franche-Comté
  • Age
    From 18 - 75 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    109.5 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

In a few words

Between Burgundy and Beaujolais , this horseback riding tour follows the former demarcation line of World War II, traversing territories steeped in history and winemaking traditions. Each day, except for the last, a wine tasting punctuates the journey, offering a refined immersion into the world of grape varieties . The routes wind through unspoiled and wild landscapes, where you can ride for hours without encountering another soul. The rolling, varied terrain invites exhilarating gallops along the contours of the land. Between Douglas fir forests and vineyards clinging to the hillsides , the panoramas are breathtaking. This immersion in the heart of natural and cultural heritage also follows the Way of St. James (Camino de Santiago) at times, crossing paths with Alphonse de Lamartine, a native son. An authentic route, combining the richness of the local produce , the diversity of the landscapes and the freedom of horseback riding , for a sensory and historical discovery off the beaten track.

The highlights

  • Straddling vineyards and forests, following the traces of the demarcation line
  • Our picnics feature local produce, barbecues, and fresh food served at the table.
  • Gallops on hilly terrain with spectacular views between hillsides and Douglas fir trees
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Sport

Level

Horseback riding

Confirmed

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 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.

The expert's opinion

The region has steep elevation changes, which also allows for magnificent views, but requires good physical condition in addition to being a rider.

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 4 to 9 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Supervisor

Cécile, a guide and master hiker for over 30 years, will lead you with confidence.

Axelle ATE at the center may be asked to assist me.

Management

Security

We advise comfortable and suitable clothing, a safety cap is recommended, comfortable shoes and chaps for the calves, Avoid bare arms and uncovered stomach, forbidden to be bare-chested, forbidden to smoke on horseback.

Other supervisors

Camille, Cécile's son, takes care of the household, meals and small errands; he is also entrusted with the wine you buy!
Learn more about supervision

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
  • map

    Heading south between Burgundy and Beaujolais

    • Accommodation Cottage
    • Breakfast included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner not included

    Participants are met in the Fast Hotel parking lot, located approximately 400 meters from the train station (turn left then right as you exit the parking lot). The route departs towards Beaujolais, on the border between two iconic regions. The Solutré and Vergisson rocks dominate the landscape and symbolically mark our entry into the adventure. We head south to Juliénas, where a wine tasting is planned for aperitif time. In the afternoon, the route climbs, offering beautiful views of the vineyards, historic houses bearing the influence of Lamartine, and the first Douglas fir forests. The day concludes at the Château du Gros Bois, a former hunting lodge nestled in the heart of nature, which will be our accommodation for the night.

    Day 1

Note

On request on the 1st day or better when booking, possibility of spa and sauna at the Monterrain stage before the evening in the cellar and the winemaker's meal with no less than 12 tastings served with local products from the territory.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Parking Fast Hôtel de la gare de Macon-Loché
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Parking Fast Hôtel de la gare de Macon-Loché
Day 4 - 17h00

Parking will be free during the hike if you are staying at the hotel the night before. Otherwise, you can park in the train station parking lots. For those arriving by train, the meeting point is 400m from the station, to the left then right as you exit the station parking lot.

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Macon-Loché
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

Free parking during the hike if you stayed at the hotel the night before

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Price details

The price includes

  1. the guide
  2. the equipped horse
  3. logistics, baggage transport
  4. meals during the stay
  5. the tastings

The price does not include

  1. your wine purchases

Options

You will be able to select these options when booking.
  1. Access to the spa and sauna : On request
  2. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities
Equipment
The Cécile team
Decathlon Travel Partner

The Cécile team

• 10 stays
Since 1994, our local partner, led by a seasoned trail rider, has been introducing visitors to southern Burgundy and northern Beaujolais. With a dedicated support team, she guides riders through vineyards and the Madeleine mountains. The agency provides a warm and professional welcome, offering multilingual support for international groups. An authentic immersion at the crossroads of the Saône-et-Loire and Loire regions.
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