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VIANAEQUESTRE Viana do Castelo · 2009

Viana do Castelo · Portugal

Ride the Atlantic

Horseback rides on the beaches, mountains and pine forests of Viana do Castelo. Small groups, certified instructors — since 2009.

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  • Certified instructors
  • Maximum 8 per group
  • Gear and refreshment included
  • Since 2009

Our experiences

Five ways to discover the Minho on horseback — pick your landscape.

Rider galloping along the sand at sunset, with the sea in the background All year round (adapted during the summer bathing season)

Beach Horse Ride

Feel the salt breeze and the rhythm of hooves on the sand of Viana do Castelo's wild beaches.

1h30 – 2h All levels
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Wild garranos grazing on the mountainside with the sea in the background All year round

Mountain Trail Ride

Ride the trails of Montedor and the hills, with views stretching from the Serra d'Arga all the way to the sea.

2h – 2h30 All levels
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Horseback ride along a coastal trail at sunset, seen from the saddle All year round (start time adjusted to sunset)

Sunset Ride

Our most romantic ride — coastal trails bathed in golden light and the sun sinking into the Atlantic.

1h30 – 2h All levels
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Group of riders crossing a field of yellow and purple flowers in spring April to June (peak season)

Pine Forest and Flower Fields

From April to June, the fields around Viana burst into bloom — and this ride crosses them all.

2h All levels
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Rustic table with vinho verde and regional snacks, horse in the background All year round

Premium Minho Experience

Horseback ride + vinho verde tasting + regional delicacies + local crafts. The Minho, complete.

Half a day (3h30 – 4h) All levels
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Why VIANAEQUESTRE

Certified instructors

Professional guides who know every horse and every trail — your safety first.

Groups of 8 max

No tourist queues: small groups, individual attention and a pace that suits you.

Everything included

Helmet, gear, water, regional snack and a souvenir photo — no surprises.

All year round

Beach, mountain, pine forest and flower fields: there is always a beautiful route, whatever the weather.

16+

years of experience

8

riders max. per group

4

landscapes to discover

100%

levels welcome

Wild beaches

Endless sands, all to ourselves.

Serra d'Arga views

Trails with the whole Minho on the horizon.

Flower fields in spring

From April to June, the Minho blooms.

Riders who came before you

“The hippotherapy sessions changed my son's weeks. The patience and warmth of the team — and of Luna, his horse — are priceless.”
A Ana Lisboa
“We did the mountain trail overlooking the sea — breathtaking scenery and a delicious regional snack at the end. I recommend it to everyone!”
C Claire França
“Beautifully kept horses, fantastic guides and a beach all to ourselves. By far the best experience we had in Portugal.”
J James Reino Unido
“My daughter has been taking lessons for two years and it's the joy of her week. A dedicated team, very well cared-for horses and a family atmosphere.”
M Marta Viana do Castelo
“We organised our company team-building here. Horses let no one pretend — it was revealing, fun and unlike anything we had done before.”
P Pedro Braga
“I had never ridden a horse and felt safe from the first minute to the last. The sunset beach ride was the highlight of our holidays in the Minho!”
S Sofia Porto

Moments

From golden hour to flower season — take a peek at the gallery.

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Areosa Journal

Guides, tips and stories about horses and the Minho.

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A group of riders on horseback beside the traditional windmills of Montedor, near Areosa

Viana do Castelo Travel Guide: 2 Perfect Days Between Sea and Mountains

Things to do in Viana do Castelo in 2 days: Santa Luzia, the historic centre, Cabedelo beach, local food, crafts and an unforgettable horse ride.

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Rider cantering along the sand at sunset with the Atlantic behind, near Viana do Castelo

Horseback Riding on the Beach in Portugal: What to Expect on Your First Ride

Never ridden before? What to expect from horseback riding on a beach in Portugal: the welcome, your horse, the briefing, the ride to the sand and photos.

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Rider's-eye view from the saddle on a sunset horse ride, the beach and the Atlantic glowing gold in the last light of day

Sunset Rides & Vinho Verde: A Premium Minho Evening on Horseback

A sunset horse ride in Portugal followed by a vinho verde tasting with regional petiscos — a premium evening in Viana do Castelo, in the green Minho.

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Ready to feel the gallop?

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Best season for the flower fields: April to June 🌸