Forsthofgut riding stables

The Forsthofgut is always on the lookout for new specialties. This time we have been inspired by the search for "happiness on earth" - which, according to the German saying, can be found on the back of horses. That is why a riding stable with an indoor riding arena is a new part of the Naturhotel Forsthofgut.

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Riding happiness at the Forsthofgut

Grown out of a former forestry business, we feel a very special responsibility for the environment in our nature hotel. We want to strengthen this even more with the riding stable: For us, riding is a unique connection between man and nature. We want to awaken the joy of riding and offer a very special experience. From guided tours of the stables to creative workshops, from campfire evenings to romantic carriage rides, extraordinary experiences await families and nature lovers.

Haflinger horses in the riding stables in Leongang

OPENING HOURS

Monday - Saturday
08.00 am - 12.00 am
15.00 pm - 18.00 pm

Sunday is a day of rest.

as in riding offers

Experience an unforgettable riding holiday in idyllic Leogang, with a view of the Leogang mountains. Our riding stable with its comprehensive range of offers warmly welcomes horse lovers big and small. Whether individual & private lessons, pony rides, or even a ride with other horse lovers. We are pleased to offer you a comprehensive range of riding activities for all age groups.

Book your personal riding happiness now and look forward to an unforgettable experience at the Naturhotel Forsthofgut.

Riding stable

The indoor riding arena at the riding has a size of 20x40 meters. In addition to the boxes used by the hotel's own horses, further boxes will be available for guests and their horses. In addition, the Forsthofgut also offers horseback riding, which is completed by special riding experiences.

SPACIOUS RIDING YARD

20 X 40 METRE RIDING HALL

INFRARED SOLARIUM FOR HORSES

GUESTBOXES FOR YOUR HORSES

HORSES, PONIES & ALPACAS

YEAR-ROUND ANIMAL EXPERIENCE

WIDE RANGE OF RIDING ACTIVITIES

UNIQUE STABLE EXPERIENCE

IN-HOUSE RIDING INSTRUCTORS

Indoor & outdoor riding arena

The Forsthofgut riding stables and the outdoor riding arena invite you to walk, trot and gallop with a generous 20 x 40 metres. Here, our Haflingers, Fjord horses and riding ponies are allowed to exercise their riding experience together with our guests and learn very special equestrian tricks.

Nature paradise

Mountain panorama, green and rich meadows, fresh air and lots of outdoor space - this is the natural paradise for our horses. Our horses live together as a community in the riding stables with paddock access, exercise whenever they want and hay as much as they want.

Selection of fine materials

Reitlounge

Riding experience in the middle of the mountains

cosy riding lounge

stable lane to our four-legged friends

Reitlounge

horse solarium

A place to rest

TEAM Riding stable

What would be a riding stable without their horses? Not only Haflinger beauties live with us, but a colourful variety of beautiful horses. Here they introduce themselves from week to week. Who is the boss? Who practices the best tricks? And which horse is the oldest? We'll tell you.

Ruby - Haflinger | 6 years

As a willing young mare, I am very agile and eager to learn. What am I particularly good at? Through my ongoing drive, I am developing in my athletic abilities and thus growing into a budding athlete.

Pumukel - riding pony | 4 years

As a white grey horse I stand out among the riding ponies. What am I particularly good at? I love to gallop across the meadows and splash around in the water.

Madonna - Haflinger | 16 years

A real beauty, I love the camera. With my relaxed nature, I am the calm centre of the group. What am I particularly good at? In the future, I may pull the guests in the carriage and look forward to wintry carriage rides.

Phoebe - Haflinger | 18 years

With my 155cm I hold the record in the stables. In addition, my calm and detached nature makes me stand out. What am I particularly good at? I am still quite fit for my age and am already looking forward to the many riding lessons.

Terry - Fjord | 6 years

Among the Haflingers, I brighten up the group as Fjord. I am relaxed and unafraid and go through thick and thin with my passengers. What am I particularly good at? With my appearance and my two-coloured mane I make hearts melt.

Ibolya - Riding pony | 10 years

As birthday horse I am the future party companion for our little guests. As a lady horse, I am particularly proud of my distinctive coat colour and markings. My weakness, however, is treats. I would even do a trick or two for them.

Saphir - Haflinger | 6 years

Hello, my name is Saphir and I am a chestnut Haflinger with a height of 150 cm. I'm also called the "little rascal" because I'm always full of mischief. What are my unique skills? I take good care of my little "passengers" and I'm really excited to meet them all soon.

Daisy - Riding pony | 4 years

I am Camilla's sister and I am characterised by my dark appearance with white patches of colour. Small and fine - a real little horse to cuddle. What am I particularly good at? I love nature so much that I love to roll over in the ground to everyone's delight.

Camilla - Riding pony | 4 years

The others call me the "pretty pearl". Well, I am quite proud of my dark mane. What am I particularly good at? Dancing (running) is my passion. Here I like to show how beautiful I can shine as a pearl.

OUR PASSION IS RIDING

Creating unique moments that will be remembered and enriched long after your holiday is our greatest inspiration at the Forsthofgut. This is exactly what we want to achieve with the newly opened riding stables. In addition to riding stable manager Elke Hechenberger, Iris Schwaiger and Michaela Heinzl also want to awaken your joy in riding and offer you a very special experience.

The new riding stable is also an appreciation of its own history: when the house was still an agricultural enterprise, there were horses on the farm - and this circle is now closing again.

Christoph Schmuck

COMING SOON: Nature Experiences

A relaxing holiday at the Forsthofgut can also be experienced with your own horse: in addition to the boxes used by the hotel's own horses, two further boxes are available for guests and their horses with advance reservation. This allows riders and horse owners to discover the mountain region together with their faithful companion and further strengthen their bond with the animal through special experiences in nature. For those who don't necessarily want to ride but still want to enjoy unique animal moments, we recommend our new nature experiences.
(coming soon)

INFORMATIVE STABLE TOURS

ROMANTIC WINTER-CARRIAGE RIDES

CAMPFIRE EXPERIENCE

AND MUCH MORE

COLOURFUL PONY BIRTHDAY

According to this motto, the little ones can organise their birthday at the Forsthofgut. Colourful and full of joy, ponies are groomed and plaits are braided. A pony walk together rounds off the perfect experience.

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Nature horse riding

Discover the beauty of Leogang together. The nature around the Forsthofgut offers the most beautiful scenery for long rides and outdoor exercise: The region can be wonderfully explored on horseback. You can start directly from the hotel.

Guest horse boxes

For passionate riders, a holiday with your own horse is possible at the Forsthofgut: Your four-legged darling is guaranteed to feel at home in our spacious guest horse boxes. The boxes are equipped with the following, so that your horse can also fully enjoy its holiday:

comfortable box with direct paddock access
Boxes are provided with native bedding and are mucked out daily
sustainably grown hay for daily refreshment
Infrared solarium for soothing warmth
Washing area with hot water
heated, lockable tack room
Spacious indoor and outdoor riding arena for hours of riding together
Riding possibilities in the midst of the idyllic countryside

Do you have any questions? If you have any questions or would like to book additional riding lessons or rides, please contact our riding guide Elke Hechenberger via reiten@forsthofgut.at.

Pony walk

Our younger guests (up to 6 years) can also get to know our ponies on a weekly walk together (free of charge). Early practice is the key for perfection and the connection to the animals can be strengthened even at a young age.

Walks
every Tuesday & Saturday at 2.00 p.m
_{(Accompaniment of parents required)}

Meeting place
Forsthofgut riding stables

Ninja Parkour Indoor Naturhotel Forsthofgut

MOMENTS OF HAPPINESS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

In addition to a riding offer with special experiences, there will also be a new expanded offer for children & youth. We want to give creativity even more freedom and are moving the nature workshop and the painting studio from the hotel to the upper floor of the riding stables. Young people will also find a new challenge on the second floor: a varied indoor obstacle course with time measurement. In the spacious play area on the upper floor of the riding stables, young and old alike will find plenty of space for special moments of happiness.

100m² new extended offer for children & youth
Indoor obstacle course with timing
new creative workshop for young & old guests
material & tool bar
colourful variety of colours

Ninja Parkour mit Zeitmessung - Naturhotel Forsthofgut

Children at the painting table paint a horse statue

Sports rings hang from the sloping ceiling

Creative workshop with horse statues on painting table

Wall shelf with wooden boxes and natural materials

Good to know

From what age is riding allowed?

For our youngest children, riding is allowed from the age of 2 years accompanied by their parents. For the older rascals, riding lessons are possible from the age of 6 (without parents).

What do I need to bring along?

Perfect equipment is also part of a perfect riding experience. Therefore, we ask all riding enthusiasts to come with sturdy shoes and long trousers. We recommend that you bring your own equipment (if available). For personal protection, wearing a helmet while riding is compulsory. Helmet and waistcoat can be rented on-site.

Which animals are moving into the enclosure?

In addition to our horses, we are also home to numerous four-legged friends at the Reithof. Alpacas, dwarf sheep, rabbits, a donkey and much more await young and old to cuddle all year round.

Do riding courses require booking in advance?

In order to fulfil your riding happiness, we recommend that you book your desired units in advance. We kindly ask you to arrive at the riding stables 15 minutes before your lesson.

Who prepares the horses for the lesson?

The horses are saddled and prepared for the lesson by the riding instructors as well as by the guests (depending on their knowledge). Our riding instructors are on hand to provide support.

Do riding instructors join the pony walk?

Together with a Forsthofgut riding instructor you take the ponies for a walk in nature. A walk alone is not possible.

Woman during riding training in the riding hall in the Fosthofgut

Arrive & be happy.

miniGUT & forest playground

The miniGUT is modeled on a real Pinzgau farm and here the children are even allowed to help with feeding and caring for the animals. From the woolly sheep and sweet rabbits to the shaggy ponies, cheeky mini pigs, and curious goats, our small animals are waiting to be lovingly stroked. This summer, our forest playground in the miniGUT will also shine in new splendor. Three different swings, a new seesaw, climbing walls, and many other wooden play facilities make the miniGUT a favorite place for little explorers, where they can play and romp to their heart's content.

When you ride a horse, you borrow a little piece of freedom.