12 Jul 2026
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Horse riding in Santa Maria del Cedro in the province of Cosenza
My first time on horseback. In the heart of Calabria, Italy. The chestnut horse I chose was called Gina
My name is Marlon, and I really enjoyed my first time.nnLearning to ride a horse was a great experience. Especially as it was just me and the guide.nThe concept of creature-to-creature compatibility to guide one another through a specific task.nThe guides were very helpful; they taught me that pulling on the reins meant ‘stop’, and applying firm pressure with my legs against the horse’s flanks meant ‘keep moving’; pulling the reins to the left meant ‘left’, and to the right meant ‘right’. Pulling gently on the reins meant ‘slow down’, whilst brushing them meant ‘be careful’ on both uphill and downhill slopes.nTo my eyes, Gina was the largest horse, with a broad back, deep chest and a noticeably more powerful neck than the four others nearby. nnGina put me to the test as we rode down along rivers and through dense trails, adding her own personality to the ride – it was far from a perfectly rehearsed affair, but her quirkiness made it all the better.nnI loved the ride and would definitely go back 😊
05 Oct 2024
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Horse riding in Santa Maria del Cedro in the province of Cosenza
In love!
Incredible experience! Fantastic owners and full of energy. Fantastic route (shame about the rubbish that was on the route, unfortunately there are still uncivilised people) the horses were wonderful and in good shape, an experience that I would happily do again and that I would suggest to anyone who wants to spend their free time in nature and above all with fantastic people like the owners. Thanks again for everything!
07 Jun 2025
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Horse riding in Santa Maria del Cedro in the province of Cosenza
Calabria te paard
Erg leuke en mooie rit! Voor ons was het de eerste keer op een paard, maar de rit is echt heel toegankelijk. De rit voert langs bergstromen en mooie olijfbomen. We werden goed ontvangen en begeleid. Heel hartelijk dank voor deze ervaring!