{"id":910,"date":"2026-04-08T12:15:06","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T10:15:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/activites\/horse-riding-in-the-verdon\/"},"modified":"2026-10-29T09:27:40","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T08:27:40","slug":"horse-riding-in-the-verdon","status":"publish","type":"activites","link":"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/activities-sports-verdon\/horse-riding-in-the-verdon\/","title":{"rendered":"Horseback Ride in the Verdon"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"diaporama-header align-full\"><div class=\"gallery\"><figure class=\"gallery__item\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-cheval-verdon-420x280.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-cheval-verdon-850x567.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-cheval-verdon-768x512.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-cheval-verdon-1024x683.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-cheval-verdon.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/header-cheval-verdon-420x280.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><div class=\"diaporama-header__inner\"><div class=\"group resa\"><p><ctv-searchbar data-popover-placement=\"bottom\" ><\/ctv-searchbar><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>\n\n\n<div class=\"group sec-25\"><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Hop on a horse for a ride <span class=\"fc-span\">through the Verdon Gorges!<\/span><\/h1><p class=\"mini center\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"73\" >How about trading your flip-flops for stirrups? The <strong>Verdon Gorges<\/strong> promise you an unforgettable adventure! Just a stone\u2019s throw from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"73\">campground in the Verdon<\/a>, discover the <strong>Provence-Alpes-C\u00f4te d\u2019Azur<\/strong> region to the rhythm of hooves, as you ride along wild trails. Let your horse guide you to panoramic views that will stay with you forever, and enjoy the unique experience of a <strong>horseback ride through the Gorges du Verdon<\/strong>!   <\/p><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"columns__item\"><h2>What You Need to Know About <span class=\"fc-span\">Horseback Rides in the Verdon Gorge<\/span><\/h2><ul><li>Hikes for <strong>all skill levels<\/strong>, <strong>ranging<\/strong> in <strong>duration<\/strong> from 1 hour to a full day, along trails that wind through <strong>cliffs<\/strong>, <strong>forests<\/strong>, and <strong>lakes<\/strong>.\n<\/li><li><strong>The best local horseback riding centers<\/strong>: Les Chevaux du Verdon, Le Ranch du Verdon, Equiverdon.\n<\/li><li><strong>An easy start from the L\u2019Oasis du Verdon campground<\/strong>, near attractions such as Lake Artignosc and Lake Sainte-Croix.\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"columns__item\"><div class=\"gallery fade-left\"><figure class=\"gallery__item\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/balade-cheval-420x280.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/balade-cheval-850x566.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/balade-cheval-768x512.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/balade-cheval-1024x682.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/balade-cheval.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/balade-cheval-420x280.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"group sec-25\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Why Choose Horseback Riding <span class=\"fc-span\">in the Verdon?<\/span><\/h2><p class=\"mini center\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"610\" >Exploring the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/en\/culture-visits-verdon\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"610\">Verdon Gorges<\/a> on <strong>horseback<\/strong> is an extraordinary adventure! You\u2019ll spend an hour or a whole day moving at nature\u2019s pace. You\u2019ll ride through a landscape where <strong>limestone cliffs<\/strong> plunge into an <strong>emerald-green river<\/strong>! From the back of your horse, you\u2019ll access <strong>unspoiled trails<\/strong>, far from the noise. With every step your <strong>horse<\/strong> takes, a new panorama unfolds: a <strong>forest<\/strong>, a <strong>sheer cliff<\/strong>, and always the murmur of <strong>the Verdon<\/strong> at the bottom of the gorge.   <\/p><div class=\"lireplus mini fc-desk\"><p class=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"  >Read more<\/p><div class=\"group\"><div class=\"group\"><p class=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"  >This <strong>gentle approach<\/strong> allows you to experience the geological power and unspoiled beauty of the canyon. Fans of <strong>eco-tourism<\/strong> will love this <strong>slow-paced, environmentally friendly activity<\/strong>. Time will seem to stand still during this <strong>horseback ride through the Verdon Gorge<\/strong>!  <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"columns reverse-mob\"><div class=\"columns__item\"><div class=\"gallery fade-left\"><figure class=\"gallery__item\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cheval-verdon-420x280.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 210px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cheval-verdon-850x566.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 420px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cheval-verdon-768x512.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 850px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cheval-verdon-1024x682.webp\" media=\"(max-width: 1024px)\"><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cheval-verdon.webp\" media=\"(min-width: 1025px)\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oasis-verdon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/cheval-verdon-420x280.webp\" width=\"420\" height=\"210\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"><\/picture><\/figure><\/div><\/div><div class=\"columns__item\"><h2 style=\"text-align: right;\">Where can you go horseback riding <span class=\"fc-span\">in the Verdon Gorge?<\/span><\/h2><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >There\u2019s no shortage of exceptional spots for a <strong>horseback ride in the Var<\/strong>! The scenery never disappoints, no matter the season. Here are a few suggestions for trails that are popular with vacationers who\u2019ve tried <strong>horseback riding in the Gorges du Verdon<\/strong>. <\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: right;\">Horseback ride between Lake Artignosc and Lake Montpezat<\/h3><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >Discover the perfect <strong>ride<\/strong> to get started with <strong>horseback riding in the Verdon Gorge<\/strong>!<\/p><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >Start your journey in <strong>Artignosc-sur-Verdon<\/strong>, 18 km from our L\u2019Oasis du Verdon campground! The trail takes you on horseback through a wild landscape that blends forests and crystal-clear waters. The <strong>Verdon River<\/strong> winds alongside you, its banks lined with golden pebbles. The banks are lined with alders and ash trees. You\u2019ll ride through <strong>dense woodland<\/strong>. Above, the <strong>ochre cliffs of the gorges<\/strong> rise up, offering a breathtaking panorama. Finally, the return trip takes you through <strong>open fields<\/strong> dotted with wildflowers.      <\/p><div class=\"lireplus fc-desk\"><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >Read more<\/p><div class=\"group\"><div class=\"group\"><h3 style=\"text-align: right;\">Horseback Ride Along Lake Sainte-Croix<\/h3><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >Get ready to experience a wonderful way to explore <strong>Lake Sainte-Croix<\/strong> on a <strong>horseback ride through the Gorges du Verdon<\/strong>!<\/p><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >Take a walk along the shores of this lake, located 21 km from the campground. The trail winds through <strong>pine woods and ochre-colored lands<\/strong>. You\u2019ll pass through cool, <strong>shaded woods<\/strong>! You\u2019ll feel the air grow milder as you approach the water\u2019s edge. Why not have a picnic there?    <\/p><p  style=\"text-align: right;\"  >While the length of this walk depends on your guide, the profound sense of serenity remains the same.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"group\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">The Best Equestrian Centers <span class=\"fc-span\">in the Gorges du Verdon<\/span><\/h2><p class=\"mini center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"  >Are you looking for the perfect provider for your <strong>horseback ride through the Gorges du Verdon<\/strong>? Several <strong>equestrian<\/strong> <strong>centers<\/strong> welcome you with their <strong>horses<\/strong> and <strong>ponies<\/strong>. They offer packages suited to all skill levels, ranging from a one-hour ride to a full-day tour. Feel free to contact them to find out their current rates and availability!   <\/p><div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"columns__item\"><h3>The Horses of the Verdon<\/h3><p    >Les <strong>Chevaux<\/strong> <strong>du Verdon<\/strong> is a <strong>horseback riding<\/strong> center located 21 km from your <strong>lodging in Aups<\/strong>. With a herd of about <strong>70 horses<\/strong>, the team offers horseback rides and trails suitable for all skill levels. There\u2019s something for everyone\u2014adults and children alike.  <\/p><p    ><strong>Options<\/strong> include: <strong>a<\/strong> 1-hour <strong>\u201cDiscovery\u201d ride<\/strong>; <strong>an excursion to the Gorges<\/strong> (half-day, full-day, or evening); and <strong>activities that combine horseback riding and canoeing<\/strong>.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Address<\/strong>: Grignolet Horseback Riding Center, 670 Chemin de Fontblanche, 83630 Artignosc-sur-Verdon.\n<\/li><li><strong>Prices<\/strong>: starting at \u20ac36 and going up to over \u20ac360, depending on the tour.\n<\/li><li><strong>Phone<\/strong>: +33 4 94 80 77 30.\n<\/li><li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leschevauxduverdon.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.leschevauxduverdon.fr\/<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"columns__item\"><h3>Le Ranch du Verdon<\/h3><p    ><strong>Le Ranch du Verdon<\/strong> is a <strong>horseback riding center<\/strong> based in Aiguines, on the shores of Lake Sainte-Croix, about 40 minutes from the Oasis du Verdon campground. Open all year round (weather permitting), it offers <strong>horseback rides for ages 8 and up<\/strong>, for beginners and experienced riders alike, in small groups. <strong>Options<\/strong> include a 1-hour introduction ride, a 2-hour ride, a Sunset Ride, a half-day or full-day ride with a lakeside picnic, and combined packages such as horseback riding and pedal boating to Costebelle island.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Address<\/strong>: chemin de Farruou, 83630 Aiguines.\n<\/li><li><strong>Prices<\/strong>: starting at 30 \u20ac.\n<\/li><li><strong>Phone<\/strong>: +33 6 69 18 07 93.\n<\/li><li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/leranchduverdon.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/leranchduverdon.fr\/<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"columns\"><div class=\"columns__item\"><h3 class=\"h2\">Equiverdon<\/h3><p    ><strong>Equiverdon<\/strong> organizes horseback <strong>rides<\/strong>, <strong>trail rides<\/strong>, and <strong>equestrian clinics<\/strong> year-round in the <strong>Verdon<\/strong>! Their programs are open to everyone: <strong>children<\/strong>, <strong>families<\/strong>, <strong>beginners<\/strong>, and <strong>experienced riders<\/strong>. Their base is located in Riez, 40 km from our campground, and in July and August their summer ranch sets up on the heights above Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. They offer <strong>\u201cDiscovery\u201d or \u201cSunset\u201d rides<\/strong> lasting 1 hour, 1 hour and 30 minutes, or 2 hours; 3-hour <strong>\u201cexperienced\u201d tours<\/strong>; and <strong>pony<\/strong> <strong>rides<\/strong> for the little ones\u2026  <\/p><ul><li><strong>Addresses<\/strong>: chemin de Brunet, vallon du Prayon, 04500 Riez (all year); plateau de V\u00e9nascle, hameau de Vincel, 04360 Moustiers-Sainte-Marie (summer).\n<\/li><li>Prices: starting at 30 \u20ac.\n<\/li><li>Phone: +33 6 10 91 31 72.\n<\/li><li>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/equiverdon.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/equiverdon.fr\/<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><p    ><strong>Book your stay in the Var today<\/strong> and plan this wonderful <strong>horseback ride through the Gorges du Verdon<\/strong>! After a <strong>day<\/strong> of horseback riding, return to the comfort of your mobile home or the heated pool at our <strong>L\u2019Oasis du Verdon campground<\/strong>. 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