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8 Day The Original Horse Riding Holiday in Asprieres, Aveyron
French Riding Holidays, Mas De Clamouze, Asprières, Lot et Montbazinois, Villefranche-de-Rouergue, Aveyron, Occitanie, France
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This is your riding holiday, and French Riding Holidays will make sure it is an experience you will not forget while you get to see the wonderful countryside and culture on horseback. There is a range of beautiful horses to suit your individual requirements, ranging from the English thoroughbred to the calm and sure-footed mountain horse. The setting could not be much more perfect for a getaway, while still combining the fun and excitement of the riding. The Mas de Clamouze offers peace and tranquillity and there is a definite sense of calm. Sitting on the terrace in the evening watching the sunset over the valley can only be described as paradise!
Key Information
- Rider Weight Limit: 203 pounds / 92 kilograms
- Horse Height Range: 14 to 17 hands
- Tack Type: English
- Horse Breed: English Thoroughbreds, Anglo Arabs, Arabs, Selle Francaise, Cremello, Spanish, Appaloosa, a Norman Cob, plus French Riding Holidays own foals
Highlights
- Daily horse riding
- Ride through villages and rivers
- Approximate daily riding time: 5 to 6 hours
- 25 horses for all levels of riders and unspoiled French countryside
- Flexible start date and you can stay as long as you like
- A holiday tailored to your requirements
- Daily meals, snacks, and drinks
- 7 nights accommodation
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
7 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: French
Group size: Maximum of 8 participants
Airport transfer included:
Toulouse–Blagnac Airport
Airport transfer included:
Brive–Souillac Airport
Airport transfer included:
Rodez–Marcillac Airport
Accommodation
Facilities
- Horse riding
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
- Dining area
- Fireplace
- Terrace
- Parking lot
- Wireless internet
Your accommodation will be in a purpose-built gite adjacent to the original farmhouse of Mas de Clamouze. Each room is individually decorated in the French style with antique French furniture. French Riding Holidays caters to single guests (no single supplement) and can accommodate groups of up to ten. There is free Wi-Fi available. There are three twin rooms (one to two persons) each with an en-suite shower or toilet. There is one family room (one to four persons), a double room with an adjacent twin room sharing an en-suite shower or toilet.
All bed linen and towels are supplied and each room is equipped with a hairdryer. Shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, and toothpaste are provided for those traveling light. The large airy seating and dining areas have sun terraces on three sides overlooking the wooded valley and swimming pool. The conveniently situated swimming pool gives you the opportunity for an early morning swim, a cooling dip at lunchtime, or great relaxation after a day in the saddle.
Program
Daily riding time is five to six hours or sometimes a day ride with a picnic or restaurant. Guests can arrive on any day and stay as many days as they wish. French Riding Holidays caters to all abilities and non-riders too. They pride themselves in talking to the guests upon their arrival and planning a tailored holiday for them. French Riding Holidays rides every day and there are no days off although guests can choose to laze by the pool for an afternoon if they would like.
There are many varied trails for riding from the Mas De Clamouze. A typical day will be to ride for two to three hours in the morning and in the afternoon, returning to the gite for tasty lunch. French Riding Holidays has day rides where you will sit down to a 'formal' picnic by a moulin or village green and some of the more adventurous day rides, you will pack up the saddlebags with sandwiches and treats and sit by a river or a forest picnic table.
A favorite is also to ride past beautiful chateaux to a local restaurant where they do not mind muddy riding boots. All the rides will involve some lovely canters and French Riding Holidays has a few fun fast gallop fields. For the jumpers, French Riding Holidays has a cross-country course, cleverly designed for advanced riders one way and the less experienced going the other way. There is also a show jumping paddock. French Riding Holidays also has a TREC course down in the valley.
There are a series of obstacles designed to test the obedience, confidence, courage, and balance of the horse and rider. You can try the immobility circle, the S bend, opening, and shutting the gate to name but a few. For groups of riders who are feeling adventurous, French Riding Holidays can organize pony club games in the paddock and also some 'competitive' horse ball a la FRH.
The fabulous horses
French Riding Holidays are experts in providing holidays for horse riders of all levels from beginner to advanced. They have 25 fabulous horses to choose from who are the real stars of the show. The horses are surefooted and forward going and they have chosen them with great care to ensure that both novices and experienced riders can find their perfect equine partner. In the herd, to name a few, French Riding Holidays has English thoroughbreds, Anglo Arabs, Arabs, Selle Francaise, Cremello, Spanish, Appaloosa, a Norman Cob, plus, of course, the own foals.
French Riding Holidays has an upper weight limit of 92 kilograms but please do speak to them if you are above this weight and French Riding Holidays will see what they can do. With the horses ranging in height from 14 hands to over 17 hands, French Riding Holidays can cater to adults and children. The tack is English general purpose saddles, very comfortable and customized for each horse.
Location
The beautiful Aveyronese countryside has enchanting villages, unspoiled woodland, river valleys and gorges, and rolling plains. The area has an abundance of wildlife and we regularly spot deer, wild boar, dormice, red squirrel, hares, buzzards, and kites. Meanwhile, the Mas de Clamouze offers peace and tranquillity and there is a definite sense of calm. Sitting on the terrace in the evening watching the sunset over the valley can only be described as paradise.
Distances
- Capdenac Gare - 10 minutes by car
- Rodez-Aveyron Airport (RDZ) - 40 minutes by car
Features
Activities
- Horse riding
- Swimming
- Swimming pool (outdoor)
General
- Dining area
- Fireplace
- Terrace
Services
- Hair dryer
- Parking lot
- Wireless internet
Food
Food is a big part of the French way of life and things are no different here. French Riding Holidays prides themselves on providing the very best cuisine and they cater to all tastes and requirements including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Meals will be provided every day. Breakfast will be at the gite for you to enjoy at your leisure either out on the terrace or around the big family table if you prefer. Lunch will be a leisurely affair to allow you and the horses time to relax before your afternoon ride.
Lunch can be provided at the gite around the family table, on the terrace, or outside in the garden. On day rides, French Riding Holidays set up picnic tables and chairs (not the floor) by a moulin or some beautiful fields or village greens. On your return from your day's riding, you will be greeted with cold drinks and snacks. Moreover, in the evening, a four-course dinner with wine rounds off your day.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Snacks
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Soda
- Alcoholic beverages
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Horse riding sessions every day
- 25 horses for all levels of riders
- 7 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, beer, wines, and soft drinks
- Airport transfers from Rodez-Aveyron Airport (RDZ), Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS), or Brive-Souillac Airport (BVE)
What's not included
- Airfare
How to get there
Recommended Airports
TLS
Toulouse–Blagnac Airport
116 km
Transfer included
BVE
Brive–Souillac Airport
76 km
Transfer included
RDZ
Rodez–Marcillac Airport
30 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at Rodez-Aveyron Airport (RDZ), Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS), or Brive-Souillac Airport (BVE). Transfers from and to these airports are included. French Riding Holidays will pick you up from the airports. Please confirm with French Riding Holidays before booking an early morning flight or an evening flight (e.g. a flight outside the hours of 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.).
Arrival by train
The local station is Capdenac Gare, just 10 minutes by car with free transfers.
Airport: Toulouse–Blagnac Airport
Airport transfer included: Toulouse–Blagnac Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Brive–Souillac Airport
Airport transfer included: Brive–Souillac Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Rodez–Marcillac Airport
Airport transfer included: Rodez–Marcillac Airport
No additional charges. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 14% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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