Welcome to Equus Ourique

Classical training for the modern rider

Nestling amongst the oak trees and the fields of beautiful spring flowers Equus Ourique is based in the rolling hills of the rural southern Alentejo part of Portugal, just north of the busy Algarve and only an hour's drive from Faro airport.

Equus Ourique is a superb, modern, family run Equestrian centre offering focused but friendly training for both horse and rider. We pride ourselves on offering individual training tailored to your goals and expectations but at the same time keeping things fun!

Our horses are mostly Lusitano or Portuguese Cruzada (part Lusitano) and you can enjoy their wonderfully comfortable movement. Originating in Portugal the Lusitano is said to be the oldest saddle horse in the world. They are courageous, robust and agile working horses with natural collection, their movement is comfortable and all of this combined with a kind nature. Once you have ridden one you will fall in love with them as we have!