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Day 1: Self-guided trail ride: Horse riding made fun!
Imagine you are in Spain. The sun is shining, you saddle your horse and are almost ready to leave.
Your self-guided trail starts in Catalonia. You arrive at the Panorama-Trails horse riding centre on the morning of a self-chosen day. Here you meet your four-legged companion and get all the material and knowhow that you need from us (how to saddle, where to go, feeding the horses etc.). We also give you an introduction to the maps. And then it's time to go!
The path leads you through thick forests of stone oaks and pines. Now you're really on your own - what a great feeling! For lunch, you enjoy your first picnic packed in your saddlebag and allow yourself and your horse a refreshing break. With renewed energy, you ride through a Mediterranean landscape and reach your beautiful residence for the night.
Day 2: The River Fluvia
A wonderful morning! With the sunrise, you feed your horses. At breakfast you study the map, saddle the horses and off you go again.
Today a special kind of adventure is waiting for you: you cross the river Fluvia! You can hear the water rushing by. Then, your horse takes the first steps into the water and now you are right in the middle of the river! The water is around you and you can feel the powerful muscles of your horse working against the current. You arrive at the shore safely and relax - you managed the challenge successfully!
Now is a good opportunity to sit down for a picnic and give yourself and the horses a break. Then, you move onto a walnut plantation close to the beautiful town of Crespià, where you find your hostel for the night. The building dates back to the 18th century and has a very special charm. There is a meadow for the horses right in the front of the house, so a good resting place for the horses too.
Day 3: To the Pyrenees
Today you ride towards the Pyrenees! On the way through aromatic pine forests you can feel free – a rare thing these days. No everyday routine, no civilization, just you, the horses and nature! The forest opens up in front of you and you see meadows and fields lying in front of you, allowing you first sight of the Pyrenees. You are the one who decides the pace - maybe you want to pause here and take in the view, before you move on at a faster pace.
At the foot of the Pyrenees you reach an adorable property where you stay for the night. It is the end of a day spent in harmony with nature. Enjoy a spectacular view on the lowland of the Pla de l'Estany. You can refresh yourself in the pool if you want to.
Day 4: Into the Mediterranean Pyrenees!
It is the fourth day in the saddle and you can feel that your body has adjusted to riding. You are now able to estimate your own strength and the strength of your horse and adjust the speed and rest periods accordingly. You experience the original way of horse riding - to get to your destination without any help, with just your own planning and a map.
Today your destination is the little town of Sant Llorenç de la Muga. To get here you ride along the foothills of the Pyrenees, dipping into a thick mixed forest. This forest is followed by a lonesome valley, where the ripple of a little mountain stream is a very welcome sound. You can decide if you want to have your lunch break here. Jump into the fresh water and sit down at the edge of the stream with your picnic!
When you get to Sant Llorenç de la Muga, you get a sense of the Middle Ages that surrounds this place.
Your day ends at a local hostel where you get to know David's excellent cooking. What a treat!
Day 5: Swimming in the lake!
For a last time, you start your day with the horses. You skillfully store your materials and prepare yourself and your horses for the day. You leave the old town and immerse back into nature. In the cork oak forests you find impressive trees whose age you can only guess!
Finally, you see a sparkling lake in front of you. You decide if you want to take a dip or simply enjoy the view.
You are now in the middle of the Mediterranean mountains and at the final point of your journey. You reach the beautiful town Darnius, where the friendly owners of an old stone-built “Masia Catalana” are waiting for you. The nice hosts treat you to some delicious dishes prepared with ingredients from their own cultivations. At a delicious dinner on the terrace, you can think back on your adventure whilst enjoying the great panoramic view on the surrounding mountains.
Day 6: Hasta la vista!
You say goodbye to your faithful companion of the last week and prepare to go home - with a collection of unforgettable memories that will linger on for a long time!