Andorra Trail

What a magnificent horseback experience this summer in the Pyrenees. Starting from Girona and guided by Rudi, we gradually made our way toward the Pyrenees, passing through beautiful villages such as Besalú and Beget, where we were welcomed into charming, comfortable small hotels full of character...

What a magnificent horseback experience this summer in the Pyrenees. Starting from Girona and guided by Rudi, we gradually made our way toward the Pyrenees, passing through beautiful villages such as Besalú and Beget, where we were welcomed into charming, comfortable small hotels full of character. We also stayed in the Sant Aniol Valley in a stunning glamping site deep in the forest, at the end of a medieval bridge, and next to a river where swimming after a day on horseback was an absolute delight. Our hosts welcomed us like royalty, in a warm, family atmosphere, and treated us to exquisite, original cuisine. We spent many hours in the saddle, but they were full of fun with lots of trotting and galloping on paths and through fields for a real adrenaline rush! The horses were beautiful and in excellent physical condition, mostly Spanish or Hispano-Arabian breeds, perfectly suited for this type of sporty trail. The second half of the ride leading up to Andorra was even more demanding: true high mountain terrain, crossing several passes up to 2,600 meters in altitude. In these challenging conditions, you can’t help but admire the courage and skill of the horses on steep, narrow trails and sharp ascents. Up there, we were completely alone in the mountains, often surrounded by impressive herds of cattle. The views over the Pyrenees were breathtaking. While the rest of the country was sweltering in the summer heat, the mountain air stayed cool and refreshing, a real treat! None of this would have been possible without Rudi, our guide, who knows these valleys and peaks like the back of his hand. He managed the horses’ workload with expert precision and always adapted the routes and timing to the weather conditions. Thank you, Rudi and Panorama Trails, for this truly exceptional experience! See you again very soon!