The Ride of Your Life
Explore the Portuguese Countryside on Horseback Through the Esteemed Equestrian Center Miguel Athayde
Discover the country’s natural beauty on a thrilling trail ride arranged by the Equestrian Center Miguel Athayde, just five minutes away from our hotel. Be sure to ask about special guest pricing. Located on a protected landscape area, it’s part of the prestigious Portuguese network of equestrian centers, offering top-notch instructors and well-trained horses for everything from riding lessons to competitions.
Riding Lessons
Trot through the Torres Vedras wine country on friendly, well-trained horses or simply learn the basics of horse riding. The Equestrian Center offers lessons to suit all levels and interests:
My First Riding Experience (Indoor Arena)
15 minutes includes preparation of the horse; certificate included
- €20 Children
- €25 Adults
First Riding Level (Indoor Arena)
20 minutes includes lunging the rider, classical position, and exercises on the lunge
- €30 per lesson
Second Riding Level (Indoor Arena)
30 minutes includes school lesson, walk, trot, and canter
- €45 per lesson
Advanced Riding Level (Outdoor Arena)
50 minutes includes dressage and jumping
- €70 per lesson
Countryside Riding (Outdoor Arena)
60 minutes includes dressage and jumping
- €70 per lesson
Additional offerings at the Equestrian Center Miguel Athayde:
Facilities
- Indoor and outdoor arenas
- Show jumping grounds and dressage arena
- Paddocks
- Stables housing 40 horses
- Automatic horse walker
- Hacking area
- Parking area
Riding School
- Examination center F.E.P.
- Riding lessons for all levels
- Vaulting
- Dressage
- Show jumping
- Competitions and events
Clinics and Workshops
- Haute-école
- Guided hacking
- CCE
- Monitoring training
- Veterinary and farrier instruction
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday: 10am-7:30pm
Saturday: All day (Lunch hours 1pm-3:30pm)
Sunday: Only available for advanced level dressage, jumping, and countryside riding
Contact Us
For more details, please email or call +351-919-581-907