Horse riding

 

The Opal Coast is an equestrian’s dream with excellent stables and beautiful countryside to explore...

Adventures on horseback

 

Did you ever picture yourself on a horse galloping across miles of empty sandy beaches before cooling off in the waves? Have you ever seen yourself going for a hack on lush green hills and open fields on a trail that takes you through the countryside and sleepy villages of Northern France? Ever thought about pony trekking through pine forests dappled with sunlight and listening to the birds and bees in the still of the day?

Have you ever fancied saddling up at a top-notch stables for horse-riding lessons or a class in show jumping? Ever thought about watching the Boulonnais horses, a local breed of heavy horses, as they take part in the annual Wissant to Paris Fish Race? Does it all sound like a dream? Then stay at Le Moulin in the Pas-de-Calais where there is a wonderful selection of equestrian action just on the doorstep...

As soon as you reach the Le Moulin, in its peaceful country setting, you’re halfway to making the dream real. And, the best thing is that this equestrian paradise is just 45 minutes from Eurotunnel and the ports at Calais. Ask at reception or the local tourist office in Desvres about the best riding stables in the area and the recommended trails in the countryside.

If it’s riding on the beach you fancy, enquire about the excellent horse-riding from Le Touquet and Hardelot – you’ll be spoilt for choice. We want you to get the most out of your horse-riding holiday and that means looking after you! All our rooms are en-suite with tons of hot water so you can soak away your aches and pains after a day in the saddle. Later, you can relax in our restaurant and enjoy a scrumptious traditional meal with sommelier-picked wines.

Useful links

www.pas-de-calais-tourisme.com/loisirs-et-sports/randonnee-a-cheval
www.cc-desvressamer.fr/Espace-tourisme/Envie-de-nature/Loisirs-de-Desvres-Samer/Equitation
www.cc-desvressamer.fr/Espace-tourisme/Envie-de-nature/Randonnees/Equestre

Horse riding nearby

 

Local stables and all things horsey:

Local trails:

  • Le Verval: ask at reception about the beautiful, highly recommended 34 km trail that sets off from Quesques and ends at Le Vervel. Described as difficult, this should take you about 5 hours.

Horse-riders can sample the beautiful countryside at these national parks:

  • Adomarois Regional Nature Park: This is an area of pine forest, rolling chalkland hills, lakes and marshland near Saint-Omer and between Calais and Boulogne. There are off-road tracks and trails for you to explore and enjoy.
  • Boulonnais National Park: A protected area of outstanding beauty on the coast near Boulogne. This is the place to make any dreams of galloping on empty beaches before splashing in the waves a possibility!
  • The Regional National Park of Caps and Opals Marshes: Quiet roads, rolling countryside and pastoral scenery make for a rewarding trot or canter!

Events calendar

 

Other activities

 
Golf

Golf

 

A golfer’s paradise awaits you in Northern France. A selection of courses in excellent locations with challenging layouts are on our doorstep...

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Cycling

Cycling

 

Discover the cycle paths of the Pas-de-Calais and get to know the secrets of our stunning coast and countryside…

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Walking

Walking

 

Take a walk through forests or rolling countryside and explore our coastal pathways...

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Bikers

Bikers

 

Rev up your engines and take your motorbike for a spin on the roads around the ravishing Opal Coast...

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Rallies

Rallies

 

Show off your vintage car and find out all the lovely things that Northern France has to offer…

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Horse riding

Horse riding

 

The Opal Coast is an equestrian’s dream with excellent stables and beautiful countryside to explore...

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Adventurous activities

Adventurous activities

 

Looking for team-building activities or fancy something a bit different then the Opal Coast has lots to offer...

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Book now for your horse-riding break

At Le Moulin we have a wide range of rooms from which you can choose. We have spacious rooms on the ground floor with disabled access. If you want to bring your pet to stay then we have a room you can share with them too.

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