Cascais is where the Lisbon coast meets the Atlantic — and it’s also one of the best places in Portugal to go horse riding. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or living in the area, Quinta da Marinha Equestrian Centre is the starting point.
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Horse Riding at Quinta da Marinha, Cascais
Miguel Alves Horses is based at Centro Hípico da Quinta da Marinha — one of the largest equestrian facilities in the Iberian Peninsula, set between the Atlantic coast and the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.
- 30 minutes from central Lisbon via the A5 motorway
- Free parking on site
- Open every day, 08:00–20:00
- Instruction in English, Portuguese and French
What You Can Book
Trail Rides — Guincho Beach & Quinta da Marinha
The most requested experience: a guided ride through the dunes and pinewood trails of Cascais, with the Atlantic as your backdrop.
- No riding experience needed
- Groups of up to 6 riders
- Guides adapt the pace to your level
- Rides last 30, 60 or 90 minutes
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Riding Lessons — Beginners & Intermediate
Want more than a single ride? Our lessons are structured for real progress — whether you’re stepping into a saddle for the first time or picking up where you left off.
- Beginner lessons — 30 minutes, €40
- Advanced lessons — 50 minutes, €60
- Private lessons — 50 minutes, €75
- Monthly plans — 4 lessons/month from €140
All ages welcome. Children from age 5. Full price list →
Private & Couples Sessions
Looking for something more personal — a surprise experience, a date, or a solo ride at your own pace? We arrange private sessions outside regular group times.
What Riders Say
Cascais consistently delivers: open terrain, gentle trails and enough variety to keep experienced riders engaged while never overwhelming beginners. The Guincho dunes in particular are unlike anywhere else in Europe — the combination of beach, wind and Atlantic horizon makes for a ride that’s hard to forget.
Who It’s For
Tourists visiting Cascais or Lisbon — the school is an easy day-trip. Come in the morning, ride for an hour, have lunch in Cascais town, and be back in Lisbon by afternoon.
Expats and families living in the area — many of our students are international families in Cascais, Estoril and Sintra who come weekly or sign up for monthly lesson plans.
First-timers — no experience is needed for trail rides. Our team handles everything, including helmets and body protectors at no extra cost.
Practical Information
| Address | Rua do Mirante, Casa 25 Pátio E, 2750-004 Cascais |
| Phone | +351 918 101 733 |
| Hours | Mon–Sun, 08:00–20:00 |
| From Lisbon | ~30 min via A5. Exit at the end, left towards Birre, signs to Quinta da Marinha |
| Public transport | Lisbon–Cascais train + taxi from Cascais station (~10 min) |
| Parking | Free, on site |
Ready to Ride?
Spots fill up quickly, especially at weekends and in summer. The easiest way to check availability is to send us a message with your preferred date and the number of people.
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