Fm Horse & Rider UK magazine

Treat yourself to a riding holiday at the wonderful Il Paretaio in Tuscany, says Nicky Moffatt. You’ll never forget it!

There’s so much to love about this classical riding centre that it’s difficult to know where to start, but one thing’s for sure. If you love horses, you’ll love Il Paretaio very much. Set right in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, the views are second to none. You can ride out for miles in the rolling green countryside or enjoy the magnificent setting from the confines of the arena. English speaking hosts Cristina and Giovanni De Marchi run this beautiful centre, and they do a very good job of it.

Not only will you receive one of the warmest welcomes you could wish for, but you’ll get to ride quality, classically trained horses, receive top-class instruction, go wine and olive oil tasting, as well as taking time out to enjoy the beautiful scenery, sample some wonderful home-made cuisine and explore the nearby historical towns and cities.