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Swimming with Friesian Horses

Duration:
2 hours
Time:
Dependent on the tide in the months of July & August
Start/finish:
Puur Terschelling, at Oosterend 39
Included:
Life jacket, wetsuit, wood-fired hot tub and cap for loan sizes 44 to 66
Clothing advice:
Swimming and jogging attire
Route:
Dunes, cranberry fields and North Sea beach
Present:
30 minutes before start
Age:
Minimum 12 years
Fitness level:
You need to be in good physical condition

Swimming with Friesian horses is a special and unforgettable experience, and a perfect way to completely unwind. You'll ride along on the horses in a relaxed, natural style of riding, where the connection with the animal and surroundings takes centre stage. Friesian horses love water and are happy to go deep into the sea. This activity is wonderful on a summer's day or evening: feel the fresh sea air and water on your skin whilst sitting on a Friesian horse in the North Sea.

The activity lasts a maximum of two hours and consists of 1 hour of horse riding to and from the North Sea beach and 30/45 minutes swimming with the horses in the North Sea. Finishing off with the wood-fired hot tub on our Puur farm.

At Puur Terschelling we find safety and enjoyment important. That's why the right equipment is essential.

Bring yourself:

  • Swimwear: bikini, swimming costume or swimming trunks
  • Jogging clothes: to wear over the wetsuit
  • Towel: to dry off after swimming

Available to borrow from Puur:

  • Wetsuits: sizes XS to XXL
  • Swimming shoes: sizes 36 to 46
  • Life jacket: handed out on the beach

Swimming with horses is available during the summer months, July and August. The activity takes place in groups of maximum three people. The minimum required experience: five years of weekly riding lessons.