Wildlife observation at Zabola Estate

Count Kálnoky's Transilvanian Equestrian Center in Valea Crișului offers riding lessons for children and adults, but also organises three and six-day rides through the most beautiful and remote villages of the region of Baraolt and its surroundings. The tours lead through Valea Zălanului, Bățanii Mici, Filia and Micloșoara, but they don't avoid forests and wildflower meadows. The horses are sure-footed and have routine, but their temperament is different. To apply, you must be familiar with the three gaits, have trail riding experience and be physically fit. The Kálnoky‘s belong to the oldest magnates of Transylvania. Members of the family led the Szeklers in the defence of Transylvania for centuries, constantly having to fight against intruding Mongols, Turks and Tartars. Antal Kálnoky set up the first Transylvanian regiment of hussars which remained in service until the end of World War I. He was the last to successfully apply war tactics inherited by the ancient Szekler riding tribes of the steppes, during the 7-year-war (1757). Hugo Leopold was celebrated as one of the best rider of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy in the late 19th century. The Kálnoky Equestrian Center has formed a young generation with excellent equestrian skills. The riding school organizes training courses with national and international horse trainers. The center has an outdoor and an indoor riding manége. The main activities include riding lessons, pony riding and trail tours of three and six days.   Summer camps for groups of max. 15 children are also organised. In addition to riding, children are introduced to a variety of creative occupations. The horse riding center organizes riding lessons for children and adults, equestrian camps, horse riding and pony rides for children. 

🏇 Discover the magic of horse riding at the Barabás Riding Center in Arcuș, located in a beautiful natural setting just a few kilometers from Sfântu Gheorghe, where nature, horses, and the joy of movement come together in harmony. Whatever your age or level of riding, we aim to divulge the secrets of this wonderful sport, and give you some precious hours in the company of the horses. Whether the first lesson of horseback riding (for beginners) or a few hours through forests, hills and pastures (for the advanced), we hope you only take home pleasant memories!  • Pony Instructor: Deák Malvinka  • Horse instructors: Berde Orsolya and Barabás Szilárd 🐴 Children can start riding on a Shetland pony at the age of 3 (and up until age 7-8, or maximum 30 kg). Horse riding can really begin at the age of 8-9, when the child has enough muscle strength and the ability to concentrate for a longer time. Beginners would start their lesson with the horse being on the lead, learning how to sit correctly and doing exercises that help finding their balance on horseback.  🐎 Experienced riders (who can walk, trot and canter) can choose to hack out with a local guide to the fields and woods around the village. There are treks of 1-2 hours, or day rides that include a picnic. The scenery is worthy in every season. 🌲☀️ On special request we can organize longer rides with overnight stops at guesthouses in the neighboring villages. 👧👦 We warmly welcome groups of children from schools and kindergartens, offering them the opportunity to discover the world of horses through: • age-appropriate introductory riding lessons, • horseback riding and pony rides, • educational activities that develop confidence, balance, and a love for animals. ❗️ You need to book in advance to visit. We look forward to seeing you! 🤎 📸 Barabas Lovarda

🐴 "The horse. Nobility without pride; friendship without envy; beauty without vanity. Serves without servility." - Ronald Duncan, writer. You can take the horses of the Vadon Equestrian Club in Câmpul Benedek, a few km from Sfântu Gheorghe, for horseback riding, horse-drawn carriage rides and horse-drawn sleigh rides. If you are a beginner, you can also try riding in a pen, under the supervision of a riding instructor. 🔸 Other services: • riding without instructor  • organization of equestrian camps  📌 Pre-registration is required for all programmes. 📸 Vadon Lovas Klub

The Equestrian Club Sacramento is located on a 22 hectare plot of land between the villages of Zăbala and Imeni, on the estate of Cseh Ferenc. Here you can get in touch with horses, find out what it means to "work" with them. You can also find out how persistent, courageous you are, and you can also gain self-confidence. You can learn the basics of riding starting from the right posture to safe riding. Beginners and advanced riders are also welcome!