Horseback Riding Vacations in Austria

The breathtaking landscapes of Austria and the incredible history behind its imperial cities are two formidable attractions for your horse riding holidays in Austria.

Austria, a recommendable destination for your horseback riding vacations

Austria is a landlocked country of Central Europe and is bordered by 8 countries. Mountains and lush forests give the Austrian landscape its character, where we can find 6 natural parks.

Known for the Alps and the Danube River this country is characterized by differing climatic zones and a diversity of landscapes and vegetation.

Due to its geographic position, it is at the centre of European traffic between east and west – the great economic and cultural zones of Europe, with highly developed infrastructure systems.

Besides its natural beauty, Austria stands out for its wide range of cultural experiences. You can discover its architecture, its charming villages or enjoy an intimate musical evening during your equestrian holidays in this country.

Its capital, Vienna, is the undisputed cultural centre of Austria.

Another important city is Salzburg, Mozart's birthplace and where the world-renowned music festival is held.

The oldest riding school in the world is in Vienna. This is the Spanish Riding School in Vienna, whose performances in the Hofburg Palace are also a tourist attraction. It is dedicated to the preservation of classical dressage and the training of Lipizzaner horses.

From this, we can surmise that Austria has a great equestrian tradition.

Thanks to Equestrian Tourism in Austria, you can enjoy the country’s natural beauty, from high alpine peaks to green forests, from grassy meadows to crystalline lakes. Besides, you can combine all that with its rich culture and lovely little villages.

Some interesting facts about Austria

Austria can be divided into 4 major physical regions:

• TLowlands: This region occupies the Danube River Valley, in the east and southeast of the country.
• Bohemian Massif: In the northern part of the Danube. These low mountains consist of fractured metamorphic rocks.
• Alpine Plateau: At 450 meters above sea level, it stretches between the Danube and the Alps, where we can find several glacial lakes and river valleys.
• The Alps: Running in a west–east direction, they can be divided into three principal mountain ranges.

As for drainage, nearly all Austrian territory drains into the Danube River system.

The climate is continental in the eastern zone and there is a more alpine type of climate in the alpine regions. Although it is temperate, it changes in each season and the rains are frequent.

As for its fauna, in the Alps we can find marmots, chamois, ibex and jackdaws. In Lake Neusiedl there are birds such as the avocet, the purple heron and the roseate spoonbill.

Choose an operator in Austria

These are the equestrian activities that Pferdehof Koaser Minerl has to offer for a great horse riding holiday in Austria.

Pferdehof Koaser Minerl

If you are looking for an unforgettable horse, farm and nature experience, and think of a relaxed approach to riding vacations, then they are sure to be the right option for you.

This farm is located in Ampflwang hill, nestled in Hausruckwald, in Upper Austria.

The Möslinger family has run the farm for more than 250 years. Until 1960, they bred horses for the Austrian Armed Forces. Then, the farm became a cattle ranch and, in 1982, they started to breed horses again.

Today they offer horseback rides, riding lessons and summer camps for children. They also have horse boarding.

The bridle paths in their extensive forests are ideal for recreational riders, western riders and dressage riders to ride.

Their horses

They have horses of very different breeds and different crossbreeds for different demands. We would like to highlight their Icelandic ponies, Haflingers, Missouri Fox Trotters and Warmbloods. But especially the crossbreeding of the different breeds with each other.

These saddle horses are used to the forest trails and have a lot of experience with a wide variety of riders. They are kept in corrals where they can exercise and graze freely all year round.

The Möslinger family personally breed and train their horses for the rides they organize.

Their breeding programs are specially designed for gaited horses such as Icelanders and Missouri Fox Trotters with the pleasant tölt and foxtrot gaits.

Finally, they have a limited selection of horses for sale. All their horses are used to trail riding.

Their Equestrian Activities

These are some of the equestrian activities they offer:

• Forest rides on bridle paths
• Pony rides for children aged 2 and above
• Riding lessons for children as young as 6.
• Equestrian holidays in riding camps for children aged 10 and above

For more information, go to their website: www.pferdehof-koaserminerl.at.

Come to Austria and discover its small villages surrounded by nature; lose yourself in its mountains and prairies, and enjoy pristine rivers and lakes. An ideal setting for horseback riding.

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