What to do · Val d'Aran
Horse-Drawn Sleigh at Pla de Beret
Information
- From
- €30 child, 30 min; adult, €60 for half an hour and €100 for an hour
- Duration
- 30 min
- Season
- Winter, with snow at Beret
- Who it's for
- All ages · Under-2s free
For those who don't ski and don't want to walk in the snow, a horse-drawn sleigh across the white plateau of Pla de Beret, above Baqueira. It is run by the Escola d'Equitació Val d'Aran, the Vielha stable, which in winter takes its horses up to Beret and harnesses them to the sleigh; the school says it is the only one in Spain offering these rides. You sit wrapped up, the horses pull and the guide holds the reins. It is fine for grandparents, couples and children of any age, babies included.
Half an hour or an hour on the snow
There are two rides, of half an hour and an hour. According to Aran Experience, which resells the outing, the sleigh goes towards the Parros hut or towards the Montgarri sanctuary depending on the duration. You don't need to know how to ride or any preparation: it is a matter of sitting and looking at the landscape of Pla de Beret, with the snow, the mountains and the forest around you.
It only runs in winter and when there is snow at Beret. If the weather doesn't allow it on the booked day, the school lets you know and changes the date.
What it costs
Prices are per person:
- Adults: €60 for half an hour and €100 for an hour.
- Children: €30 for half an hour and €50 for an hour.
- Under-2s: free.
For a family of two adults and two children, half an hour comes to €180. The school does not publish from what age you pay as an adult: ask when booking.
Book in good time
Places are limited and fill up especially at Christmas, Carnival and Easter. You request it on the form on the website, with the day and number of people, and they confirm by phone or WhatsApp; also on 629 46 38 05. Ask at that point for the time and the exact departure point at Pla de Beret.
Going up to Beret
You go up to Pla de Beret from Baqueira along the C-142b, and the resort car park at Beret is free. On snowy days, bring chains in the car. Dress as if for skiing, because you are sitting still: snow clothes, gloves, hat, sunglasses and sun cream.
From the same Pla de Beret leave the husky sleds and the snowmobiles to Montgarri. The snow day without skis combines the horse sleigh with the dogs, a lunch in Baqueira and the Romanesque of Salardú.
Tips
- Half an hour with small children It is plenty of time for a child sitting in the cold.
- Christmas, Carnival and Easter These are the dates when the school warns that places run out: book as soon as you know the day.
- Dress as if for skiing The school asks for snow clothing, gloves and a hat: you sit without moving.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the horse sleigh at Beret cost?
€60 for adults and €30 for children for half an hour; €100 and €50 for an hour. Under-2s, free.
Can babies go?
Yes: it is for all ages, and under-2s don't pay.
What happens in bad weather?
If it can't run, they let you know and change the date.
How far ahead do I book the sleigh?
Well in advance: places are limited.
With young childrenAs a family
Who runs it
- Escuela de Equitación Val d'AranHorse-drawn sleigh at Pla de Beret Visit their website
