Lake Salagou and its surroundings are exceptional riding country. Red ruffes, garrigue, lakeside paths and back-country trails: riders will find varied routes and landscapes like nowhere else. La Bergerie du Mas Delon keeps horses at pasture on its 176-hectare estate.
The Salagou - Mourèze Grand Site is one of the most remarkable stretches of riding country in Languedoc. The tracks cross the red ruffes — the geological formations that give the landscape its extraordinary colour — follow the shores of the lake and wind into the fragrant garrigue of the Hérault back country.
La Bergerie du Mas Delon, on its 176-hectare estate, welcomes riders who would like to bring their horses. The animals are kept at pasture for the whole of the stay, so their owners can ride out on the surrounding trails straight from the estate.
Whether you bring your own horse or want to try riding while you're here, the Salagou has plenty to offer.
The tracks through the red ruffes around Lake Salagou are spectacular on horseback. The contrast between the horses' coats and the brick-red rock formations makes for unforgettable pictures. Routes range from 2 hours to a full day.
Much of the shoreline of Lake Salagou can be followed on horseback or on foot. The stretches between Celles and Les Vailhés offer views over the lake, the ruffes and the surrounding hills. A gentle ride suitable for all levels.
Accompanied horse rides around Lake Salagou are run by L'Attrape-Rêves, Julien and Marine's riding centre, 5 minutes from the gîtes — in Le Puech, the same village as the estate, on the road to Octon. They offer routes for every level, from beginners to experienced riders, through red ruffes, meadows and panoramic views over the lake.
Bookings are made directly with the riding centre, on +33 6 63 06 62 00 or at lattrapereves34.fr.
17 km from La Bergerie, the Cirque de Mourèze and its dolomite pillars make a striking setting for a trail ride. The paths around the cirque can be ridden and offer spectacular views of the rock formations.
If riding isn't your thing, the same landscapes can be explored on foot or by mountain bike. Waymarked trails start from the estate and let you discover the ruffes, the lake and the garrigue at your own pace.
La Bergerie du Mas Delon welcomes riders who would like to bring their horses. The animals are kept at pasture on the 176-hectare estate for the whole of the stay, while their owners stay in the air-conditioned gîtes with heated pool.
For any questions about the arrangements for horses (pasture availability, access, rates), contact us directly by phone before booking. Guided rides, on the other hand, are booked with L'Attrape-Rêves.
Yes, La Bergerie du Mas Delon keeps horses at pasture on its 176-hectare estate. Riders staying in the gîtes can bring their horses. Contact us before booking to check availability and the arrangements.
Yes. They are run by the L'Attrape-Rêves riding centre, located in Le Puech like the estate. Rides are booked directly with them, on +33 6 63 06 62 00 or at lattrapereves34.fr — La Bergerie du Mas Delon does not organise horse rides itself.
The landscape around Lake Salagou is very well suited to riding: tracks through the red ruffes, paths around the lake, garrigue, and the estate's 176 hectares. The Salagou - Mourèze Grand Site offers a wide choice of varied routes.
Air-conditioned gîtes, heated pool, a 176-hectare estate and horses kept at pasture. Call us to book your gîte — for a guided ride, contact L'Attrape-Rêves directly on +33 6 63 06 62 00.
