:quality(80))
Equestrian elegance, Barrière excellence
Gallop along Deauville’s beach or head to the prestigious Jumping de La Baule: Barrière’s destinations are on hand to feed your passion for horses. From the finest equestrian tradition to international competitions and treks and trails through untouched nature, take things at your own pace.
:quality(80))
Deauville
In Deauville, horses are a way of life. Normandy has a long-standing relationship with these incredible creatures, and is France’s epicenter of the equine industry. With its stud farms, racecourses, races and auctions, Deauville is home to a constellation of horsey events brought to you by our ... partners.
:quality(80))
Meeting de Deauville Barrière
The Côte Fleurie’s unmissable highlight event takes place every August at the Deauville-La Touques racecourse, for 16 days of jaw-dropping flat racing: seven Group 1 races, all in an elegant, buzzing atmosphere. Expect kids’ entertainment, lawn picnics, DJ sets and a pop-up village.
:quality(80))
Lucien Barrière Grand prix Deauville
A grand finale like you’ve never seen before. This Group 2 event marks the end of the Meeting de Deauville, with top-class thoroughbreds competing over 2,500 meters. A prestigious, nail-biting race you won’t forget in a hurry, and a pulse-racing tribute to both the Group’s founder and France’s inimitable equestrian elegance.
:quality(80))
Deauville International Polo Club
Deauville has been celebrating the art and sport of polo for 150 years now, with François André’s prestigious Coupe d'Or taking place every August, drawing the world’s very best players to the Deauville-La Touques racetrack. Beach polo, tournaments and parades unfold in a mesmerizing spectacle for guests of all ages to enjoy.
:quality(80))
The Arqana auctions
Deauville leads the way in thoroughbred auctions in France, and is Europe’s second largest marketplace, too. Seven auctions are held here over the year, including three dedicated to yearlings in the spectacular Elie de Brignac auction house.
:quality(80))
Longines Deauville Classic
The epitome of show-jumping excellence takes place at the Pôle Longines, where the world’s top riders go head to head in a CSI 4 & 1** in mid-August. Enjoy a lifestyle village, champagne bar, food court and family-friendly events and activities.
La Baule
Go cantering along the beach in the heart of ultra-horsey La Baule. Morning treks through the waves, and trail-riding deep in the countryside... A place where complete beginners and seasoned riders alike make memories on the Côte d'Amour.
:quality(80))
Jumping International de La Baule
This iconic show-jumping event takes place at the legendary François-André stadium, which hosts the Coupe des Nations, the Grand Prix Barrière and the Derby. A free show, complete with seafront grandstands and direct access from the Barrière Hotels.
Our other horse-riding destinations
:quality(80))
Le Touquet
A little slice of paradise, whatever your level. Walk from Le Westminster to the Le Touquet Paris-Plage riding center, and make the most of hacks in the dunes, pony trekking and intensive courses.
:quality(80))
Cannes
Head deep into Provence’s inland countryside and enjoy private lessons, nature trails and courses for all levels. A haven of lush Mediterranean greenery, and the perfect opportunity to connect with the magic of horses in the Côte d'Azur’s heights.
:format(webp):quality(80))
Dinard
Le Grand Hôtel gazes out to sea, offering up views of a bay that is home to long-standing equestrian tradition. The Val Porée center and Société Hippique offer a riding arena, paddocks, coaching and rides for children aged three and above.
:quality(80))
:quality(80))
:quality(80))
:quality(80))
:quality(80))