Donkey rides and excursions with donkeys in the countryside between Saintes and Cognac. What better idea for your children to discover the pleasure of the countryside than walking with a donkey at their side.
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Discover the Valley of the Coran in all it's beauty for 2 hours or 1/2 a day, or even a whole day. A variety of circuits over several days can also be proposed. Themed walks following the seasons, childrens birthday treats, outings for groups and for people with disabilities.
Advance reservation is strongly recommended. Situated a stone's throw from the Paleosite and Fontdouce Abbey.
Advance reservation is strongly recommended. Situated a stone's throw from the Paleosite and Fontdouce Abbey.
Facilities & services
Sustainable development
Outhouse
Picnic area
Car park
Free car park
Pets welcome
Environment
In the country Close to a trunk road Forest location
Follow the "Ânes" signs from the Paléosite in Saint Césaire 17770. Do not follow your GPS when coming from Cognac or Matha/St Jean d'Angely - at the very end the access is not drivable... check our website for directions.
Opening time
From 04/04 to 28/05/2026 daily.
During our annual opening period, opening days and times vary according to the time of year. Please consult our website for further details. Walks with our donkeys can only be booked in advance by telephone or e-mail.
Exceptionally closed from May 29 to June 9, 2026 inclusive for vacations.
From 11/06 to 01/11/2026 daily.
During our annual opening period, opening days and times vary according to the time of year. Please consult our website for further details. Walks with our donkeys can only be booked in advance by telephone or e-mail.
During our annual opening period, opening days and times vary according to the time of year. Please consult our website for further details. Walks with our donkeys can only be booked in advance by telephone or e-mail.
Exceptionally closed from May 29 to June 9, 2026 inclusive for vacations.
From 11/06 to 01/11/2026 daily.
During our annual opening period, opening days and times vary according to the time of year. Please consult our website for further details. Walks with our donkeys can only be booked in advance by telephone or e-mail.
Prices & payment methods
This is not a price per person, but a fixed price according to the number of donkeys rented and the duration of the rental for a family. For 2 or more donkeys, please consult the rates on our website.
- 35 € for a 2-hour walk with a donkey.
- 45 € for a half-day hike/ride with a donkey.
- 60 € for a full-day hike with a donkey, bringing your own picnic.
- 62 € per donkey per day for an itinerant tour over several days + accommodation and meal rates + pre-departure preparation/briefing fees (20 €).
- For 2 or more rented donkeys, please consult the rates on our website. NB : the activity we propose is not horse riding with donkeys but donkey trekking. Moreover, the donkeys are not equipped with a saddle but with a pack-saddle to hang saddlebags and carry water, snacks or picnics...
For day trips, only young children (3 to 8 years old - depending on their weight/corpulence) can ride on the donkey's back (the donkey already carries the picnic or snack and your belongings).
On itinerant tours, only children up to 6 years of age (depending on their weight/corpulence) can ride the donkey a little if they get tired, as the donkey is already carrying the whole family's luggage for several days. Donkey-drawn sleigh ride: €75 for 2 hours for a family, €85 for 2 hours for a small group from a medical-social establishment. Prices for donkey mediation/adapted leisure activities for frail or disabled people: please contact us. Prices for schools, leisure centers, birthday parties, discovery tours for the very young... please consult our website."
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