Falconry on horseback in the province of Piacenza
Highlights
- Dress up as a medieval hero for 1.5 hours near Piacenza
- Be enchanted by the fascinating history of falconry on horseback
- Learn glove calling techniques and interact with birds of prey
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Full description
Frederick II of Swabia, nicknamed the 'wonder of the world', was a great fan. What are we talking about? Falconry, of course!
And to fully step into the shoes of the medieval hero, we also add horses.
Wear your armatur... er, your comfortable trousers, and get ready for aone and a half hour falconryexperience on horseback in the province of Piacenza. A unique combination that will make you fly back in time!
What we will do
The appointment is 10 minutes before the selected time in Carpaneto Piacentino (PC).
A falconer will be waiting for us, who will immediately begin a theoretical and practical briefing on handling the animal. We will be carried away by tales of the history of this fascinating activity, which has its roots in remote and mysterious times.
Falconry on horseback, in fact, is an art of enormous historical importance: from Frederick II onwards, the role of birds of prey was crucial to the evolution of the hunting world. We will discover their nature, biology and behaviour, learning more about these unique and enchanting animals.
During this first introductory part, we will also learn how to use the falconer's glove and geti, the basic equipment for this activity in contact with birds of prey. During our experience, we will encounter different species of birds of prey, from the jugger hawk to the black kite, from the Harris's buzzard to the barn owl Tyto alba.
We will then begin the actual approach to the birds of prey, first from the ground and then on horseback. Riding our steed, we will take a few steps inside the enclosure and try out the glove-calling technique. The birds of prey will be able to fly and be recalled by the participants, or fly from one glove to another.
Having taken our first steps into the fascinating world of falconry, we will conclude this experience after 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Who it is aimed at
The activity is suitable for everyone from 6 years of age. Children under the age of 15 can carry out the activity independently, but must be accompanied to the facility by an adult.
Participants aged between 6 and 14 will carry out the falconry activity with a barn owl and the horse riding activity with a pony. For them, the activity will last a total of about 1 hour.
Good mobility is required. Previous experience on horseback is not necessary.
Other information
The activity is available all year round and is confirmed with a minimum of 2 participants.
There is free parking on site. The meeting point cannot be reached by public transport.
Recommended clothing
- Comfortable trousers
- Closed shoes
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Carpaneto Piacentino, Piacenza
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed-date booking and the weather conditions are not suitable for safely carrying out the activity (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be fully refunded. The guide may offer you an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to accept or decline these proposals. If you cannot reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund!
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
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