The French Riviera is not all about sun, sand and waves. The landlocked villages and towns in this region can also be regarded as a source of tremendous tourist satisfaction, since they put forward a varied range of opportunities. Horse riding is, thus, an alternative anyone can opt for in view of diversifying their stay in Nice.
The city of Nice as such, but in particular its surroundings is where several horse riding centers are located, providing tourists with the opportunity to make horseback trips or, why not, to learn how to ride.
Located in west Nice, close to the two golf clubs of the city, Club Hippique de Nice is one of the most complete horse riding centers in Nice. Its facilities and services are intended for the use of both the professionals and the amateurs. Riding lessons are, of course, available, but the curious must make reservations in due time. On top of that, the center is available for accommodating the horses owned by private individuals. It is highly unlikely for tourists to need a service of this kind, but the thoughtfulness of the center is worth taking into account in order to make an adequate impression of the range of services it provides.
For people who want to venture into discovering the hinterlands of Nice, Ecuries Hippo-Camps, which is located in Contes, some 15 kilometers northeast from Nice, is an ideal invitation. The center is situated in an area crisscrossed by plenty of horse riding trails excellent for extended countryside trips. As a particular feature, visitors of the stables also have the opportunity to play table tennis within the precincts of the center.
Located in the neighboring Saint Laurent du Var, right west of Nice, Les Ecuries de la Tour is a picturesque and welcoming riding center where, besides the equestrian activities as such, tourist can also dine and enjoy a day in a set nestled between the Mediterranean breeze and the mountainous backdrop.
Just like most of the horse riding centers in Nice, Ecole d’Equitation de la Colle sur Loup is committed to both the professional arena and to tourist and leisure purposes. The stables have been laid out on the domain of a former 17th century mansion, pegged out by ancient olive trees. It is a picturesque and rural set where visitors will definitely enjoy riding. For the little ones, ponies are also available.
Located about 10 kilometers northeast from Nice, A Cheval Sur les Monts dedicates its activities and initiatives to all categories of horse riding enthusiasts, professionals and beginners or amateurs included. It organizes all sorts of equitation-related group programs. The agenda of A Cheval Sur les Monts also comprises horse riding trips.
Association Babieca is one of the solutions at hand for people who want to discover the hinterlands of Nice. Located about 10 kilometers north of Nice, the center complements the range of horse riding opportunities one can identify in the surroundings of the capital of the French Riviera.