The horses at Quinta da Várzea are a central part of life and activity at the estate, contributing to a calm and nature-focused experience for our guests.
At Quinta da Varzea, we offer riding holidays that combine unforgettable experiences with personal development. Our calm, well-trained horses are carefully selected to suit both beginners and experienced riders.
We provide dressage lessons for all levels – from complete beginners learning the fundamentals of riding to experienced riders looking to refine their technique, balance, and communication with the horse. Every lesson is tailored to the individual, ensuring personal guidance and the opportunity to progress at your own pace.
Combine your training with scenic trail rides through the beautiful Portuguese countryside and enjoy a riding holiday filled with nature, relaxation, quality instruction, and the joy of horses.
We breed Lusitanos and Lusowarmbloods to combine a calm temperament with excellent gaits
We also breed horses for your future.
To combine a calm temperament with excellent movement, we breed both Lusitanos and Lusowarmbloods. Our breeding program focuses on producing versatile horses with outstanding character, quality, and rideability.
At Quinta da Várzea, our horses are at the heart of daily life. They are an essential part of everything we do and help create the peaceful, authentic atmosphere that makes every visit a unique experience close to nature.
Overall, the horses at Quinta da Várzea are a central part of life and activity at the estate, contributing to a calm and nature-focused experience for visitors.
Here are some of our riding horses.
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We also have horses for sale.
It is important to us that you find your future partner.
Therefore, we offer you the opportunity to stay here for free if you purchase your future horse from us. We offer this so you can spend several days with your horse.
You can also view our horses for sale here on
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