Farm holidays in ... with animals on the farm : Horses

Horses on the farm 🐴 Riding, grooming and experiencing nature for the whole family

Few experiences connect children to nature as strongly as interacting with horses. Horses on a farm aren't just show animals; they are daily companions on the farm, during work, and in the riding arena. Anyone who has ever groomed, fed, or led a horse on a ride through mountain meadows immediately understands why riding holidays on a farm are among the most popular vacation options for families year after year.

On bauernhofurlaub.info you'll currently find 198 farms with horses in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, South Tyrol, and the Netherlands. All farms can be booked directly, without commission or intermediaries.

Why horses on the farm?

This is what you can expect when visiting horses on a farm

The day often begins with morning feeding: guests who wish to can help with mucking out, feeding, and grooming. Then comes the riding arena: many farms offer guided riding lessons for children, beginner courses for adults, and guided trail rides through the surrounding area. Those who simply want to watch the horses grazing in the pasture will also find this option at any good horse farm. In the evening, many farms offer a sauna after a ride.

Zieglinde's recommendation: Free pony rides for children every day at Kniegut in Salzburg!

At the Kniegut children's farm near the Hochkönig mountain, children can ride Hucul horses for free every day. The first certified heritage farm in the region keeps rare horse breeds, and each holiday apartment has its own sauna. I say: it's a must-do!

Typical activities with horses on a farm:

• Feeding, grooming and saddling horses under supervision
• Riding lessons for children and beginners in the riding arena
• Guided horseback rides through meadows, forests and alpine paths
• Horse racing and equestrian games for children
• Observe and photograph horses in the pasture
• Carriage rides at selected farms
• All farms offering horseback riding are listed on bauernhofurlaub.info

Recommended farms with horses

The Alpin Appart riding stable is located at an altitude of 1,500 meters in the Ötztal valley in Tyrol and offers horses, ponies, llamas, alpacas, and its own sauna and wellness area. The Kniegut children's farm on the Hochkönig mountain in Salzburg is the first certified Ark Farm in the region, keeps rare Hucul horses, and offers free daily pony rides for children in its own riding arena. The Maurachgut organic farm in the Gastein valley is home to miniature pony Sissi, is located directly on the ski slope, and impresses as a certified organic farm with views of the Gastein mountains.

Horses in different regions

In Salzburg, you'll find the largest selection of horse farms with 29 locations: many combine riding with alpine farming and mountain panoramas. In Bavaria (23 farms), family-run riding stables offer plenty of space for children, often with a riding arena, ponies, and extensive hiking trails right outside the door. In Tyrol (17 farms), rides lead along alpine paths and to mountain lakes that are difficult to reach on foot. In Schleswig-Holstein (12 farms), guests can experience riding in a wide coastal landscape, perfect for those who prefer flat terrain to mountains. In Brandenburg, horse farms impress with lakes, tranquility, and plenty of space for extended rides through forests and fields.

Horses in the most beautiful regions

Frequently asked questions about horses on the farm

Combine horses with other experiences

Find your horse farm now

Below you'll find all 198 farms with horses at a glance. Use the filters to search by region, riding options, facilities, and other animals. All farms can be booked directly, without commission or hidden fees. Your horse riding holiday awaits!