Cattle work course Tuscany 14-18.04.2027

5 days / 4 nights / Arrival on Wednesday

Price per person: € 1,400 (single room on request)

On the La Forra estate in Tuscany, you will experience an authentic insight into the traditional cattle work of the Italian shepherds, the Butteri. After intensive preparation with trail training and obstacle exercises in the riding arena, you will head out into the open countryside: together with the butteri, you will learn how to lead herds of cattle and separate individual animals from horseback.

The horses are original Maremmano horses, ridden in traditional costume, which respond finely to weight and leg aids. In addition to the riding sessions, you will enjoy Tuscan hospitality: comfortable accommodation, a wellness area and excellent Italian cuisine round off your experience.

Highlights & special features:

- Authentic work with the butteri (Italian cowboys)

- Cattle training in the arena & off-road

- Riding on original Maremmano horses

- Full-board accommodation at the La Forra estate

- Small groups (4-6 participants)

Riding days / schedule:

- 4 full days of riding & cattle work (Thu-Sat)

- Thursday and Friday trail training on obstacles with Jessica Emmerich

- Saturday and Sunday traditional cattle work with the Butteris

- Daily 4-6 hours of riding and training.

Accommodation & board: Double or single room at the La Forra estate, including full board.

Prerequisites: Sure in all three gaits, good physical condition, teamwork with horse & cattle

Please note the Conditions of participation

Weight restriction: max. 85 kg (without clothing)

Important note: Participation will be refused if the weight given is incorrect and the actual rider weight exceeds 85 kg. In this case, there is no entitlement to a refund.

The Tuscany cattle work course is an exclusive experience and cannot be booked directly online. Please send us your inquiry by email:

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