The famous breed of Greek horses has galloped proudly over centuries in the slopes of Pelion Mountain. Their beauty and impressiveness have stimulated the imagination of humans, who have created the well-known myth of Centaurs. Centaurs were mythical creatures, half man and half horse, that, according to the myth, were living in the Pelion Mountain and were known for their healing powers and wisdom.

So, the best way to discover Pelion is definitely horse riding, as Centaurs in modern times. The unique microclimate of the mountain combined with the picturesque scenery that the mountainous landscape creates makes Pelion Mountain a four-season destination. During your stay, you will have the opportunity to enjoy this picturesque scenery, where the sea and the mountain is so evenly mixed along with one of the humans’ best friend, the horse. The Horse Riding Club of the area plans and carries out horse riding trips, especially designed for you to admire the natural beauty of the mountain in all its glory.

Let yourself to be consorted with the vibes of nature, to be strolled around the scenic villages of Pelion riding a horse from the well-known Greek breed. The horse riding lessons are offering to you a great chance to acquaint yourself with horses and discover interesting hints about their breeding. During the lesson, you will also have the opportunity to meet people who are trying hard to keep alive the traditional occupation of the farrier. Both your body and your soul will feel revitalized by the tranquility of the nature and the relaxing horse riding.

The Horse Riding Club is constituted by well-skilled and fully experienced guides, who are willing to reveal to you well-hidden spots of the Pelion Mountain, which you can only reach by horse riding.

You are offered two choices of routes.

1^st route – You will enjoy horse riding on paths along Belegrino river surrounded by plane trees. You will reach the seashore of Kala Nera village and you will follow a different path under olive trees, the trademark of the area to your way back to the Horse Riding Club.

Duration: 1 hour

2^nd route- You will enjoy horse riding following paths surrounded by plane trees and olive trees.

Duration: 30 minutes

Specifications

Activity level: easy • Seasonality: Throughout the year

NOTE: All the above can support transfer, accommodation and lunch.

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A revitalizing escape to Pelion Mountain, Centaurs’ homeland

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