A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Nature escapeThe principle of this adventure is very simple: after getting to know the “on the ground” team, your horse and the other riders present on the adventure, we will teach you how to use 1/25,000 th maps and the compass to guide you independently. And off we go! In small groups, you hike on horseback and roam for a week on the paths of Morvan.
A land that has always been home to Burgundy, it is also one of the green deserts closest to our capital. You will be in control of your pace, your pace, the physical integrity of your mount, but also of the choice of the possible itinerary. Of course we are there, never very far away, quick to react to your requests and questions regarding the management of your horse, the group or orientation.
We have set up a calendar so that you can benefit from efficient logistics, both in terms of meals and luggage tracking, and the care of horses at the evening stops. Obviously, there is a significant risk: that of getting a taste of homelessness, of the great outdoors, of orientation, of autonomy, of coming back, and coming back again!
Departure guaranteed for 3 participants or more.
A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP
Nature escape Go on an adventure and test your sense of orientation on horseback in the wild landscapes of the Morvan! Between guest rooms and cottages with exceptional Burgundian welcome, you hike itinerantly and without a guide on a high quality cavalry.The principle of this adventure is very simple: after getting to know the “on the ground” team, your horse and the other riders present on the adventure, we will teach you how to use 1/25,000 th maps and the compass to guide you independently. And off we go! In small groups, you hike on horseback and roam for a week on the paths of Morvan. A land that has always been home to Burgundy, it is also one of the green deserts closest to our capital. You will be in control of your pace, your pace, the physical integrity of your mount, but also of the choice of the possible itinerary. Of course we are there, never very far away, quick to react to your requests and questions regarding the management of your horse, the group or orientation.
We have set up a calendar so that you can benefit from efficient logistics, both in terms of meals and luggage tracking, and the care of horses at the evening stops. Obviously, there is a significant risk: that of getting a taste of homelessness, of the great outdoors, of orientation, of autonomy, of coming back, and coming back again!
Departure guaranteed for 3 participants or more.
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- An original and unique equestrian adventure!
- An ideal playground for equestrian roaming
- An unforgettable adventure without a guide
- The wonderful and natural landscapes of Morvan
- Discreet and effective support, at your service
- Exceptional horses
THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT
- An original and unique equestrian adventure!
- An ideal playground for equestrian roaming
- An unforgettable adventure without a guide
- The wonderful and natural landscapes of Morvan
- Discreet and effective support, at your service
- Exceptional horses
Included
- Local transfers
- The accommodation
- The meals
- Framing
- The technical equipment necessary for the activity
- The possible J7 shuttle from Sommant to Autun (to be booked)
Not Included
- The drinks
- Optional insurances
- The possible J1 shuttle bus from Autun station to Sommant (see access information)
- The possible shuttle bus from J7 from Sommant to Creusot station (supplement to be paid on site).
The program
Day by dayDay of arrival
Day 1 - Arrival in Sommant
Appointment starting at 16:30.
Possibility to meet at 16:00 at the Autun bus and SNCF station and UCPA shuttle to Sommant (to be booked by phone no later than 1 week before - 03 85 82 66 48).
Appointment starting at 16:30.
Possibility to meet at 16:00 at the Autun bus and SNCF station and UCPA shuttle to Sommant (to be booked by phone no later than 1 week before - 03 85 82 66 48).
Starting at 19:00 p.m., presentation of the center, the trainees, the horses, the organization of the week and the general functioning.
Dinner, night in a bed and breakfast in Sommant.
Dinner, night in a bed and breakfast in Sommant.
During your stay
Day 2 - Discovery and first orientation
In the morning, allocation of horses and equipment. Test of horses at 3 gaits. Theoretical introduction to orientation: use of the compass, map reading at 1/25,000 degrees.
In the morning, allocation of horses and equipment. Test of horses at 3 gaits. Theoretical introduction to orientation: use of the compass, map reading at 1/25,000 degrees.
Hiking techniques.
Lunch in Sommant.
In the afternoon, practice by small groups on an unmarked itinerary, of 15 to 20 kilometers in a loop around Sommant.
Horse care.
Night in a bed and breakfast in Sommant.
Day 3 - Departure of the itinerant raid
Like every morning, you will pick up your horse in the meadow around 8 am. You will have breakfast during his meal so that you can hit the road around 10:30am (2 hours after your mount has finished his meal). Throughout each day, you will ride in a small group composed according to your desires.
Stage of 5 and 6 hours of horseback riding with several variations of course, depending on your pace.
Night at the group cottage in Athez, in a dormitory.
Day 4 - Second stage
A beautiful, very hilly itinerary will take you to the Gallo-Roman site of Bardiaux, then the forests of Arleuf and Anost which are full of small lost paths and ancient Maquis... You will arrive at the Gite d'Étape de L'Huis Prunelle, where your host will prepare food for you!
Stage of 5 and 6 hours of horseback riding.
Overnight in a dorm.
Day 5 - Step 3
A nice and fairly rolling stage will take you through Lac des Settons where it is good to swim. The end of the day, very hilly, will take you to the Villiers en Morvan stopover lodge!
Stage of 5 and 6 hours of horseback riding.
Night in a dorm
Day 6 - This day is yours: you return to Sommant by the itinerary that you have chosen yourself with our help.
Stage of 5 and 6 hours of horseback riding
Night in a guest room in Sommant after a warm evening.
Lunch in Sommant.
In the afternoon, practice by small groups on an unmarked itinerary, of 15 to 20 kilometers in a loop around Sommant.
Horse care.
Night in a bed and breakfast in Sommant.
Day 3 - Departure of the itinerant raid
Like every morning, you will pick up your horse in the meadow around 8 am. You will have breakfast during his meal so that you can hit the road around 10:30am (2 hours after your mount has finished his meal). Throughout each day, you will ride in a small group composed according to your desires.
Stage of 5 and 6 hours of horseback riding with several variations of course, depending on your pace.
Night at the group cottage in Athez, in a dormitory.
Day 4 - Second stage
A beautiful, very hilly itinerary will take you to the Gallo-Roman site of Bardiaux, then the forests of Arleuf and Anost which are full of small lost paths and ancient Maquis... You will arrive at the Gite d'Étape de L'Huis Prunelle, where your host will prepare food for you!
Stage of 5 and 6 hours of horseback riding.
Overnight in a dorm.
Day 5 - Step 3
A nice and fairly rolling stage will take you through Lac des Settons where it is good to swim. The end of the day, very hilly, will take you to the Villiers en Morvan stopover lodge!
Stage of 5 and 6 hours of horseback riding.
Night in a dorm
Day 6 - This day is yours: you return to Sommant by the itinerary that you have chosen yourself with our help.
Stage of 5 and 6 hours of horseback riding
Night in a guest room in Sommant after a warm evening.
Last day
Day 7 - Dispersion
Final care for your four-legged companions. Equipment maintenance (leather). Introduction to endurance or trec according to your desires!
Final care for your four-legged companions. Equipment maintenance (leather). Introduction to endurance or trec according to your desires!
End of the course around noon, before the meal which is not included.
Possibility to take advantage of the UCPA shuttle to reach Autun SNCF station (free) or Creusot (with supplement to be paid on site).
Possibility to take advantage of the UCPA shuttle to reach Autun SNCF station (free) or Creusot (with supplement to be paid on site).
SPOT
Lac des Settons
Sports and relaxation on the oldest lake in Morvan
In Nièvre in Burgundy, in the heart of the Morvan Regional Natural Park, Lac des Settons offers vacationers multiple activities. Built in the 19th century to regulate the waters of the Seine, this lake has since been converted into a family leisure center. Its circumference of 15 km allows beautiful nature walks on foot, by bike or on horseback, between forest and middle mountains. You can also swim, boat, kayak and stand up paddle. It is even possible to go for a picnic on one of its many small islands.
ABOUT THE TRIP
Equipment Included
Saddle, blanket or rug, net plus halter. Individual grooming equipment.
Horses that participate in regional, national and international hiking competitions (TREC) and endurance competitions.
Horses that participate in regional, national and international hiking competitions (TREC) and endurance competitions.
Equipment Included
Saddle, blanket or rug, net plus halter. Individual grooming equipment.
Horses that participate in regional, national and international hiking competitions (TREC) and endurance competitions.
Horses that participate in regional, national and international hiking competitions (TREC) and endurance competitions.
Equipment not included
For eco-friendly cold meals, please bring light cutlery and a 0.7- or 1L “Tupperware” container.
Luggage as light and as small as possible (They will be carried by a tracking vehicle).
Luggage as light and as small as possible (They will be carried by a tracking vehicle).
Essential personal equipment:
Warm duvet, flashlight, pocket knife, small water bottle with attachment ring for waterproof sports or high-top walking shoes (avoid boots or boots, which are too uncomfortable after several hours of riding and incompatible with walking), swimsuit, several pairs of large high socks (and/or) mini-chaps, comfortable pants, without seams or creases in places of friction and cotton underwear, helmet, comfortable rainwear genre cape-poncho in addition to the windbreaker, card holder and your compass personal (highly recommended), head cover, your personal pharmacy.
The +: a waterproof card holder.
Warm duvet, flashlight, pocket knife, small water bottle with attachment ring for waterproof sports or high-top walking shoes (avoid boots or boots, which are too uncomfortable after several hours of riding and incompatible with walking), swimsuit, several pairs of large high socks (and/or) mini-chaps, comfortable pants, without seams or creases in places of friction and cotton underwear, helmet, comfortable rainwear genre cape-poncho in addition to the windbreaker, card holder and your compass personal (highly recommended), head cover, your personal pharmacy.
The +: a waterproof card holder.
Equipment not included
For eco-friendly cold meals, please bring light cutlery and a 0.7- or 1L “Tupperware” container.
Luggage as light and as small as possible (They will be carried by a tracking vehicle).
Essential personal equipment:
Warm duvet, flashlight, pocket knife, small water bottle with attachment ring for waterproof sports or high-top walking shoes (avoid boots or boots, which are too uncomfortable after several hours of riding and incompatible with walking), swimsuit, several pairs of large high socks (and/or) mini-chaps, comfortable pants, without seams or creases in places of friction and cotton underwear, helmet, comfortable rainwear genre cape-poncho in addition to the windbreaker, card holder and your compass personal (highly recommended), head cover, your personal pharmacy.
The +: a waterproof card holder.
Luggage as light and as small as possible (They will be carried by a tracking vehicle).
Essential personal equipment:
Warm duvet, flashlight, pocket knife, small water bottle with attachment ring for waterproof sports or high-top walking shoes (avoid boots or boots, which are too uncomfortable after several hours of riding and incompatible with walking), swimsuit, several pairs of large high socks (and/or) mini-chaps, comfortable pants, without seams or creases in places of friction and cotton underwear, helmet, comfortable rainwear genre cape-poncho in addition to the windbreaker, card holder and your compass personal (highly recommended), head cover, your personal pharmacy.
The +: a waterproof card holder.
formalities administratives
Do not forget your valid identity card or passport, your repatriation assistance contract, and your vital card in your bag.
formalities administratives
Do not forget your valid identity card or passport, your repatriation assistance contract, and your vital card in your bag.
Address and access
Address: Domaine Saint Honoré - 71540 Sommant
Email: ahueetadiamail@gmail.com
You are coming by car
Email: ahueetadiamail@gmail.com
You are coming by car
From Autun take the D978 in the direction of Château Chinon. In the village of “La Comaille” turn right, direction Sommant. In Sommant, you will find the farm below the church.
You are coming by train
From Autun SNCF station: no public transport but a UCPA shuttle on Sundays from 16:00. To be booked no later than one week before on 06 08 77 58 39.
You are coming by train
From Autun SNCF station: no public transport but a UCPA shuttle on Sundays from 16:00. To be booked no later than one week before on 06 08 77 58 39.
Address and access
Address: Domaine Saint Honoré - 71540 Sommant
Email: ahueetadiamail@gmail.com
You are coming by car
From Autun take the D978 in the direction of Château Chinon. In the village of “La Comaille” turn right, direction Sommant. In Sommant, you will find the farm below the church.
You are coming by train
From Autun SNCF station: no public transport but a UCPA shuttle on Sundays from 16:00. To be booked no later than one week before on 06 08 77 58 39.
Email: ahueetadiamail@gmail.com
You are coming by car
From Autun take the D978 in the direction of Château Chinon. In the village of “La Comaille” turn right, direction Sommant. In Sommant, you will find the farm below the church.
You are coming by train
From Autun SNCF station: no public transport but a UCPA shuttle on Sundays from 16:00. To be booked no later than one week before on 06 08 77 58 39.
Physical intensity
Regular sportsman
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
Physical intensity
Regular sportsman
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
You practice a regular sports activity throughout the year, with 1 or 2 sessions per week. You are able to combine several moderate-intensity sessions during your vacation week.
Level of expertise
Adult Horseback Riding - Mastery
Technical Level - (Gallop Level 3-4)
Technical Level - (Gallop Level 3-4)
Being autonomous around the horse (care and handling). Be comfortable at 3 speeds on flat and/or varied terrain. Control the speed and direction of the horse.
Level of expertise
Adult Horseback Riding - Mastery
Technical Level - (Gallop Level 3-4)
Being autonomous around the horse (care and handling). Be comfortable at 3 speeds on flat and/or varied terrain. Control the speed and direction of the horse.
Technical Level - (Gallop Level 3-4)
Being autonomous around the horse (care and handling). Be comfortable at 3 speeds on flat and/or varied terrain. Control the speed and direction of the horse.
Restauration
Hot meal in the evening, cold at noon (picnic).
Table d'Hôtes in Sommant.
For the 3 nights in a cottage, meals are to be prepared all together, as a team!
Table d'Hôtes in Sommant.
For the 3 nights in a cottage, meals are to be prepared all together, as a team!
Restauration
Hot meal in the evening, cold at noon (picnic).
Table d'Hôtes in Sommant.
For the 3 nights in a cottage, meals are to be prepared all together, as a team!
Table d'Hôtes in Sommant.
For the 3 nights in a cottage, meals are to be prepared all together, as a team!
Management
An equestrian tourism guide, riding on routes parallel to yours on the first day and then with the follow-up vehicle, ensures the meeting points.
An assistance vehicle ensuring safety (pharmacy, farrier, transport of your belongings and horse food).
Management
An equestrian tourism guide, riding on routes parallel to yours on the first day and then with the follow-up vehicle, ensures the meeting points. An assistance vehicle ensuring safety (pharmacy, farrier, transport of your belongings and horse food).
Important information
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment.
In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
Please inform us by email of your allergies or special diets as well as if you weigh more than 90kg: ahueetadiamail@gmail.com
Please inform us by email of your allergies or special diets as well as if you weigh more than 90kg: ahueetadiamail@gmail.com
Important information
The course of this program is indicative.
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
Please inform us by email of your allergies or special diets as well as if you weigh more than 90kg: ahueetadiamail@gmail.com
It may undergo modifications or adjustments, depending on technical criteria, safety requirements or the climatic conditions of the moment. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).
Please inform us by email of your allergies or special diets as well as if you weigh more than 90kg: ahueetadiamail@gmail.com
Health and formalities
SPECIAL COVID 19:
As a precaution, we invite you to perform a self-test before you leave.
Throughout your stay, you must be equipped with:
As a precaution, we invite you to perform a self-test before you leave.
Throughout your stay, you must be equipped with:
- a sufficient quantity of masks (if required during the stay)
- hydro-alcoholic gel
- a thermometer (in case of symptoms appearing during the stay)
The hosts who will receive you may ask you to apply certain health instructions. Out of respect for them and the other people who frequent the same places, we ask you to commit yourself to respecting them.
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
- hydro-alcoholic gel
- a thermometer (in case of symptoms appearing during the stay)
The hosts who will receive you may ask you to apply certain health instructions. Out of respect for them and the other people who frequent the same places, we ask you to commit yourself to respecting them.
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
Health and formalities
SPECIAL COVID 19:
As a precaution, we invite you to perform a self-test before you leave.
Throughout your stay, you must be equipped with:
- a sufficient quantity of masks (if required during the stay)
- hydro-alcoholic gel
- a thermometer (in case of symptoms appearing during the stay)
The hosts who will receive you may ask you to apply certain health instructions. Out of respect for them and the other people who frequent the same places, we ask you to commit yourself to respecting them.
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
As a precaution, we invite you to perform a self-test before you leave.
Throughout your stay, you must be equipped with:
- a sufficient quantity of masks (if required during the stay)
- hydro-alcoholic gel
- a thermometer (in case of symptoms appearing during the stay)
The hosts who will receive you may ask you to apply certain health instructions. Out of respect for them and the other people who frequent the same places, we ask you to commit yourself to respecting them.
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
Hosting
In guest rooms and stopover lodges.
A shower is provided every evening.
Participation in cleaning and collective life in the cottages.
A shower is provided every evening.
Participation in cleaning and collective life in the cottages.
Hosting
In guest rooms and stopover lodges.
A shower is provided every evening.
Participation in cleaning and collective life in the cottages.
A shower is provided every evening.
Participation in cleaning and collective life in the cottages.
formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
SPECIAL COVID 19:
As a precaution, we invite you to perform a self-test before you leave.
Throughout your stay, you must be equipped with:
- a sufficient quantity of masks (if required during the stay)
- hydro-alcoholic gel
- a thermometer (in case of symptoms appearing during the stay)
The hosts who will receive you may ask you to apply certain health instructions. Out of respect for them and the other people who frequent the same places, we ask you to commit yourself to respecting them.
As a precaution, we invite you to perform a self-test before you leave.
Throughout your stay, you must be equipped with:
- a sufficient quantity of masks (if required during the stay)
- hydro-alcoholic gel
- a thermometer (in case of symptoms appearing during the stay)
The hosts who will receive you may ask you to apply certain health instructions. Out of respect for them and the other people who frequent the same places, we ask you to commit yourself to respecting them.
formalities
Please let us know well in advance in case of allergies or other specific health conditions, or simply for a particular diet.
SPECIAL COVID 19:
As a precaution, we invite you to perform a self-test before you leave.
Throughout your stay, you must be equipped with:
- a sufficient quantity of masks (if required during the stay)
- hydro-alcoholic gel
- a thermometer (in case of symptoms appearing during the stay)
The hosts who will receive you may ask you to apply certain health instructions. Out of respect for them and the other people who frequent the same places, we ask you to commit yourself to respecting them.
SPECIAL COVID 19:
As a precaution, we invite you to perform a self-test before you leave.
Throughout your stay, you must be equipped with:
- a sufficient quantity of masks (if required during the stay)
- hydro-alcoholic gel
- a thermometer (in case of symptoms appearing during the stay)
The hosts who will receive you may ask you to apply certain health instructions. Out of respect for them and the other people who frequent the same places, we ask you to commit yourself to respecting them.