Horse Riding in Central Portugal

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If you are a keen horseman or woman you will be pleased to learn there are many stables, studs and equestrian venues in Portugal where you can continue to ride.

If you are brining your horse or pony to Portugal and are looking for livery, you will also find there are a good number to choose from.

Portugal is a country whose history is intertwined with horses  and riding and it has produced some fine international riders, particularly in dressage.

The Lusitano horse is the world's oldest saddle horse and has been bred and developed in the central Ribatejo

region for hundreds of years and is a mixture of Arab and the Pure English Thoroughbred. The Lusitano is known for its gentle nature and its graceful agile movements.

There are many trails to take hacks in the central Portugal countryside, though it is prudent to take advice on the best spots to ride from those at the liveries or stables to ensure you are not riding in a hunting zone or one known for wild boars.

Many stables have specially chosen horses for the inexperienced rider. When hiring your mount it is a sensible to be open and frank about your own riding abilities in order that the Stable can arrange an enjoyable ride.