Horse Riding on Son Bou Holidays
11.23.09
On Son Bou holidays, you will see beautiful beaches and stunning landscapes, and many would argue that the best way to explore is on horseback. Menorcan horses are particularly significant to the islanders, having been used to guard the coastline in years gone by. Bred for agility and pace, these tall, slender, black horses are an impressive inclusion in many Menorcan fiestas. But with several riding clubs on the island, there are plenty of opportunities to ride these magnificent animals, rather than just to watch them.
There are riding clubs dotted around the island, the most visited being Equimar near Es Castell, Piadero Binixica just outside San Clement, or Stables Farm near Cala’n Porter. These stables offer guides to help ensure that you see the best of Son Bou. The landscape in Menorca is for the most part, quite flat, making it the ideal terrain for horse riders from the novice equestrian to the most experienced. With paths and tracks covering the island, including the route taken by horseback guards that used to patrol the island, a day on horseback really is the best way to make the most of the Son Bou coast and countryside.
If you prefer to stay on your own two feet, you can watch the horses as they put on a show at the various Menorcan fiestas. If your trip doesn’t coincide with any of these, you can still marvel at the horses parading on their hind legs at various horse shows that are held on the island throughout the week.
Horses are something of an icon on the islands of Menorca, and Son Bou is no exception to this. Whether you prefer to ride them, or simply observe them, these horses are an integral part of any Menorcan holiday.
Tags: HORSE RIDING, menorcan horses, Son Bou
