Granxa do Souto

Granxa do Souto is an equestrian center that organizes all kinds of activities related to the world of horses. Our facilities are located in a privileged environment, in the Mera River Valley, between the Estaca de Bares and Cape Ortegal.We have been offering services to grassroots sports since 1999 and during this time we have held more than 20 regional jumping competitions. Currently we have more than 50 federated riders and horsewomen.

Activities

• Horse riding routes: We have horse riding routes of different types. So you can enjoy a walk from 50 minutes, 1h 30min, 3h touring the forests that surround the farm, the River, waterfalls, apple orchards and mills or you can enjoy our special half-day routes with food included through the "Mountains of la Niebla" or even two days long, being able to visit such emblematic places as San Andrés de Teixido; to Herbeira, the highest cliffs in Continental Europe and the Sierra de la Capelada.
• Riding classes: We teach beginner and advanced riding classes in English dressage or classical dressage styles. Our classes are adapted to all levels and ages, from 3 years of age. For this we have qualified teachers with extensive experience in the equestrian sector. In addition, we have both indoor and outdoor courts.
• Intensive riding courses with accommodation:If you are a person passionate about horses, we will take care of giving you an intensive riding course tailored to you, with the people you choose. Minimum group 5 people.
• Family weekends: Spend a weekend at our Farm House attending daily riding classes for the whole family and you can also enjoy a nature workshop on the native fauna and flora.
• Equestrian and nature camps: Girls and boys enjoy exciting days with our horses, the garden and the rest of the farm animals, attending daily riding classes and participating in other activities such as surfing, canoeing and hiking trails.
• Canoe rental
• Bike rental

Qualified professionals:

Accredited by the Royal Spanish Equestrian Federation, also supported by English-speaking staff with specific knowledge of equestrian activities.

Additional facilities:

In addition, we also have other facilities such as a terrace and garden, nature classroom, fronton, playground, play area and we have different types of accommodation:hostel and rental house.

Farm animals:

We have different types of animals, ducks, goats, cows, rabbits and chickens of different breeds. We also have Ears, our very friendly donkey, and a beautiful dwarf pony called Flicka.

If you are interested in entering the world of horse riding and nature....

Get in touch with Granxa doSouto!

At the Granxa do Souto Equestrian Camps, we receive campers in the summer period between the ages of 8 and 17. The first two shifts of 8 days each are for ages between 8 to 13 years old and the third shift with a duration of 15 days is Suitable for girls and boys from 13 to 17 years old.

These are days for girls, boys and adolescents to enjoy the experience of a family camp in our natural environment with an unparalleled environment.At Granxa do Souto they will learn to interact with horses in a pleasant environment in the hands of people with extensive experience in the world of horse riding and education.

Some of our qualities:

- Individual treatment: we admit a maximum of 22 participants per shift seeking personalized attention according to the needs of our campers

- Daily activities based on horse riding, taking into account the level of the students. We will take part in theoretical classes, put the newly acquired knowledge into practice, go on the road and learn how to feed and care for horses. There will also be time to play horseback riding.

- Complementary active sports: during the camp days we will dedicate a space to trying surfing, trekking or canoeing. We will organize marches at night and take advantage of body expression by working on our creativity.

- Learning the English language: with the support of our “working students” we will practice English in some of the activities led by native students with experience in horse riding.

With this program we seek to reinforce values in boys and girls such as camaraderie, respect for diversity and their autonomy.

Next dates: from June 30 to July 7 and from July 8 to the 15th of this month (both for ages between 8 and 13 years old.

For ages between 13 and 17 years old it will be from July 17 to 30.

Don't wait to stay if you have a place and ask us for information about the conditions. Registration before April 30.

One of the most successful activities at Granxa do Souto are our horseback riding routes.

At Granxa do Souto we propose various horseback riding routes in time and route.

Routes: On these routes we will travel through the wooded surroundings of the farm, enjoying the views of the valley, bordering the Mera River, visiting its waterfalls and abandoned mills, crossing bucolic apple fields and trying to spot roe deer, wild boars , foxes and other native fauna very present in our region. The duration of the routes is diverse, from 50 minutes to 3 hours on the simplest routes of difficulty.

Special routes: This new activity offers, for people experienced in equestrian riding, an exclusive adventure. We propose routes of half a day, a full day and even two days with an overnight stay during the route, visiting historical and legendary places. The itinerary will consist (depending on the route chosen) of touring the Mist Mountains, enjoying the spectacular highest cliffs in continental Europe, A Herbeira, visiting the holy pilgrimage town of San Andrés de Teixido, wrapped in an infinite number of legends. and visit the wonderful Cape Ortegal, meeting point between the Cantabrian Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.

Material

The farm will provide the protective helmet that is mandatory both during classes and during the routes. It is necessary to bring appropriate footwear: boots or sports shoes and long pants.

Professional team

The routes will be led by professionals qualified by the Royal Spanish Equestrian Federation and by Working Students, English-speaking exchange students, specialized in the equestrian sector.

Learning to ride a horse is much more than a discipline, it is a way of life that at Granxa do Souto we want you to understand from the first minute you spend by our side. Our equestrian center, located on the outskirts of the town of Ortigueira in A Coruña, is perfect for developing this sport with all the guarantees for the student and the horse.

We have a group of professional riders qualified by the Galician Equestrian Federation who will be in charge of providing the best training to all students, focusing on the experience and quality of each of them, starting from the base.

Our facilities have one covered track and three outdoor courts with different types of soil such as sand and geotextile.

You will be able to opt for different types of riding classes, depending on your preferences and what you are looking to achieve. But the most important thing you should know is that there is no specific time to learn to ride.

• Group. In this modality there will only be a maximum of 6 horses on the track to pay maximum attention to each student. You can purchase a voucher for 10 classes, 5 or individual classes.

• Individual. Perfect for those who want an exclusive class with the teacher.

• Extracurricular. An option that we offer for students from nearby schools who at the end of their school day want to go to riding class.

• Riding baptism. Regardless of your age, this option is ideal for those who want to come into contact with the horses, first getting close to them and then taking a walk on their backs along the Mera River.

• Therapy. We will work with the animal on the stimulation or rehabilitation necessary for health problems that have to do with psychology

• Clínics. Aimed at perfecting the level of horsemanship in any modality such as classical dressage, jumping, cross-country or equine grooming.