Activities - Horse Riding
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There are plenty of opportunities for Horse Riding (Beginners or more experienced) BUT if you
are safety conscious, which we recommend, then you may have to insist or ask for protective
helmets! Two of the main permanent ones are listed but in summer there are other Pop-Up
ones dotted around.
The Velino - Sirente Paddocks (Rovere)
You will see this one on your Left as you get near to Rovere heading towards Ovindoli. Great for beginners as
you will go along a flat, circular walk with excellent views of the mountains.
Hard Hats are available if you ask. You can get a drink and there is a Portaloo Toilet
It is best to pre-book by telephone, ask for Elise (the Guide who speaks English)
Tel +39 338.2112.632
Maneggio, La Marsica (Ovindoli)
Directions: Coming from Rocca Di Mezzo, and through Rovere, turn Left at the Large
Roundabout before you get to Ovindoli (where the market is held) - go past the Picnic Area on
the Right - round the bend to the Left then, at the next bend to the Right, you should see the
Maneggio sign on the wooden fence.
You can have a “Taster” for an hour for about 10 Euros each and be well looked after, especially
if you are a Novice/First Timer OR you can hire a ride for a half/full day.
Tel +39 349.5035474 ask for someone who speaks English (You should be lucky!)
Horse Safari in the Zoo D’Abruzzo Park
The Abruzzo Zoo offers an unforgetable Horse Safari inside the zoo to discover the animals.
Suitable for those who want to discover for the first time the thrill of a ride on the saddle of
this
splendid animal. Perfect for beginners, don’t miss the chance …. 30mins on horse back in the
zoo, Equestrian Guide and 1st Level Instructor, Insurance, Protective Helmet & Bodice for
under 18’s.
Available most days 9.30am - 8.00pm
15 Book On-Line
Location = Castel di Sangro
Directions: Go through Sulmona and Roccaraso to Castel di Sangro (Via Strada Statale 17)
About 50miles (80.3km) 1hr 18mins
Note: Not to be confused by Zoos of the same name, like the one we visited near Lanciano
/Vasto on the coast!