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Introduction
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In Spain, especially in
Catalonia, there are still lots of places to be discovered, intact spots,
whose inhabitants have not noticed the passing of time.
We ofter you the possibility to discover all the wonderful places with a special and magical means of transport: the horse. By horse you will be taken though areas inaccesisible to most travelers, deep in the historic Catalonian region. |
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Horses and equestrian level All our horses are Arabian, Anglo Arab or Andalucian bred. Ranging in size from 14.2 to 16.2 th they all been specially selected. They have been selected for their good nature, resistance and quality. We are sure you will find the most adequate horse for your level and preferences.
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route along the baix Berguedą region
It will undoubtedly be a fascinating tour along the paths and tracks of the Baix Berguedą region. Their smooth relief gives us an extraordinary landscape, with immense fields of cereal and warm woods of ilex (Quercus ilex). They relax us to the extent to lose the notion of time. |
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During this days we will travel back in time and our accommodation will be at the rural country houses of Cobert de Vilaformiu and Mas el Pujol and the rural hotel Serra del Pla. |
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Route in star from the Equestrian Centre of Vilaformiu During this tour we
will get to know some of the most beautiful places in the Berguedą
region: we can go up the Figuerassa Mountain and watch, among other
mountains, Montserrat and El Montseny. We can ride along beautiful
paths surrounded by golden fields of cereal as far as l'Espunyola.
To escape from the heat we will freshen up under the shade of a
centenarian ilex.
Our accommodation
during the tour will be at the country house El Cobert de
Vilaformiu and we will also taste the traditional Catalan
cuisine in the restaurants of Els Roures, La Serra del Pla,
Espais and Cal Garretą.
On the last day there will be a farewell party at La Casanova
de les Garrigues. |
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Itinerant route along the regions of Alt Berguedą and Solsončs Discover from horseback the beautiful and varied scenery of the Spain's Pyranean Mountains. In this tour we will travel along the Alt Berguedą region, entering the thick forest of red pine (Pinus nigra) and riding along the complicated orography, from the most hidden valleys to the |
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rough mountain ranges. There is a fabulous
view of undiscovered spots.
We will travel the region staying each night at a different country house covering 20 to 30 km a day. |
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Practical information Country: Spain (Catalonia) Climate: summer is warm and dry but temperate thanks to height Air access: Barcelona Duration: 7 days / 6 nights (5 days riding) Kind of saddles: english saddle Languages: english, french, spanish and catalan Size of the group: minimum 4 - maximum 8 riders - Only 2 km away Berguedą hosts the spectacular festival week long festival of la Patum, each June. Celebrating since medieval times. UNESCO listed event. - Within an hours drive of the popular ski reserts of la Molina, Rasos de Peguera and Port del Compte. - Our country house is only 1:20' near Barcelona by car. How to contact us: info@vilaformiu.com |