Borșa · Maramureș · Rodna Mountains
Mountain trail rides, riding lessons for children and adults, horse-drawn carriage rides. At the foot of Pietrosul Rodnei, in Borșa, Romania.
Chapter 1 · The place
You don’t come here for an hour of riding. You come for the quiet on the ridge, the smell of fresh hay and the moment your horse stops on its own, to let you take in the view.
On our trails
Every ride, a new view.
Chapter 2 · From the saddle
Filmed from horseback on a snowless winter day: climbs through the forest, wide clearings and white ridges in the distance. The dog running alongside is Bruno.
No sound. Just the mountain.
Chapter 3 · Experiences
Each one starts the same way: a horse that’s ready, a short briefing and someone who knows the way. The rest is up to you. Prices are in Romanian lei (RON).
Instructor licensed by the Romanian Equestrian Federation
For adults and children
Start from scratch or polish your technique: how to approach a horse, how to mount, how to ride at a walk and then a trot. We work in the arena, patiently, at your own pace.
On mountain roads
Guided rides along mountain roads, through the forest and across meadows, with Pietrosul Rodnei ahead of you. You set off after a short briefing, on gentle horses that know the trail. Choose the shorter or the longer ride.
Across the hills of Borșa
The gentlest way to see the hills around Borșa. For families with small children, grandparents or anyone who wants the mountain without getting in the saddle. Through the hayfields in summer, through the snow in winter.
Weddings, engagements, photo sessions
For the days you want to remember: our horses, a decorated carriage and the mountains as a backdrop. The horses can be dressed with flowers, and the carriage can become part of your story.
Chapter 4 · Your guide
I’ve been talking to you from the corner of the screen.
Maybe you’ve wondered whether I’m real.
The slowest horse in the herd. I leave the galloping to the others; I walk and look around. That’s how I see everything.
The proof
“I’ve even been to a wedding. I behaved in every single photo.”
Scarto, the horse from the wedding photo. And from the corner of your screen.
Chapter 5 · The herd
Five horses, two dogs and people who know their horses by name. And whom the horses know, too.
Owner of Cai Borșa
She teaches you, rides the trail with you and makes sure everyone comes back smiling.
„Mulțumim din suflet Mădălinei pentru răbdare și sfaturi!” “Heartfelt thanks to Mădălina for her patience and advice!” Ionut-Alin Nicolae, Google review · translated from Romanian
White mare with black freckles
Gentle and patient: she stands still for as long as the little ones want to stroke her. On the trail, she always follows Stela.
White mare with black freckles
The leader of the little group: wherever she goes, Rami and Apolo follow. Curious, she’s always first to check out the camera.
The bay
He follows Stela too. He loves a gallop, listens without fuss and sometimes comes back from the trail with flowers in his mouth.
The black mare
The elegance of the herd. In the arena she has a light trot and a mane you can spot from far away.
The slowest of the herd
Not in the mood for galloping. Always in the mood for grass and photos.
The trail dog
He comes along on the rides. Walks every step of the way. An expert in views and, occasionally, in puddles.
Usually comes along
A seasoned hiking companion. The hat is optional.
Chapter 6 · For the little ones
Around a horse, children quickly learn three things: calm, courage and care. Lessons are taught by an instructor licensed by the Romanian Equestrian Federation.
Instructor licensed by the Romanian Equestrian Federation
01
It all starts in the stable. You stroke the horse’s nose, listen to it breathe and find out why you never stand right behind it.
02
Helmet on, simple explanations and the instructor right beside you. The first steps are taken at a walk, in the arena.
03
Balance, direction, confidence. The horse listens, and the child learns to ask nicely.
04
The first ride outside the arena, along the river. At a walk, with someone beside you.
05
And one day, off they go up the mountain. The photos tell the rest.
„Excelent pentru cei mici. Domnișoara care se ocupă are foarte multă răbdare și mult bun simț.”
“Excellent for little ones. The young lady in charge is very patient and very thoughtful.”
Fly Away, Google review · translated from Romanian
We’ve happily welcomed groups of young children on visits, too. Tell us the children’s ages when you write and we’ll tell you what suits them.
Scarto, drawn from his real photo.
Chapter 7 · Scarto’s Guide
Horses speak with their whole body, but the ears are the easiest to follow. Pick a mood and watch Scarto.
He’s paying attention to something in front of him and sizing it up. If the ears are stiff and the nostrils flared, he’s either very curious or frightened.
He’s listening to something behind him. When you’re in the saddle, it’s usually you he’s listening to. A good sign.
Usually he’s relaxed: grazing, resting, calmly looking around. Watch out, though, for ears turned sharply sideways with the neck held high: something is worrying him.
He’s usually upset and giving a warning. Give him space and tell the instructor. Sometimes, at a gallop or in competition, it just means concentration.
Ears are read together with the rest of the body: eyes, tail, posture. Sources: Extension Horses / University of Kentucky (2019); Your Horse (2026); Wathan & McComb, Current Biology (2014).
Chapter 8 · The white season
When it snows in Borșa, a carriage ride becomes a different story: white roads, harnessed horses and a snow-capped Pietrosul ahead. And when the weather allows, we ride out, too.
Chapter 9 · Events
Weddings, engagements, family or couple photo sessions. With our horses, the carriage and the mountains as your backdrop. The horses can be dressed with flowers, and the carriage can become part of your story.
Translated from Romanian
“A real delight on mountain roads with the mares Rami and Stela.
Miss Mădălina was our guide, riding Apolo.
Remarkable mountain scenery, gentle horses and a fairy-tale adventure lasting two and a half hours.
Thank you, Miss Mădălina, for the advice, explanations and encouragement throughout the ride!
We’ll be back!” „O adevărată desfătare pe drumuri de munte cu iepele Rami și Stela. Domnișoara Mădălina ne-a fost călăuză cu calul Apolo. Peisaje montane deosebite, caii blânzi și o aventură de poveste pe durata a două ore și jumătate. Mulțumim domnișoarei Mădălina pentru sfaturile, explicațiile și încurajările acordate pe toată durata plimbării! Vom reveni!”
Such a wonderful experience!!! The scenery was breathtaking, with stunning views throughout the entire ride. The horses were well-trained, gentle, and perfect for both beginners and experienced riders. The owner, such a kind and lovely person. Highly recommend this activity if you’re looking for a peaceful way to connect with nature and enjoy spectacular landscapes!
Dina Knyazev Google
Amazing! We had a great experience and the instructor was very helpful and attentive! Highly recommend and will definitely return!
Marius Pop Google
Very nice place, beautiful horses and a skilled instructor. E un loc foarte frumos, cu cai frumoși și un instructor priceput, Mădălina.
Ioana Dinu Google
Translated from Romanian
a truly magical place! the horses are very beautiful and well-behaved, and the trails are a dream! at the end of the trail you get a view of Mount Pietrosul, a perfect backdrop for instagram photos ;) suitable for both beginners and advanced riders the people who teach you to ride and accompany you on the trail are very attentive and professional! highly recommended! the most beautiful experience I’ve had was at cai borsa maramures!!!
un loc cu adevarat magic! caii sunt foarte frumosi si cuminti, iar traseele sunt de vis! ai vedere la muntele Pietrosul la capatul traseului, un peisaj perfect pentru poze de instagram ;) potrivit atat pentru incepatori cat si pentru avansati persoanele care te invata sa calaresti si te insotesc pe traseu sunt foarte atente si profesionale! recomamd cu incredere! cea mai frumoasa experienta am avut-o la cai borsa maramures!!!
ale ivascu Google
Translated from Romanian
An unforgettable experience! I warmly recommend that you, too, try a ride with these wonderful horses! It was my first time on horseback, but I hope it won’t be the last! The scenery was enchanting: autumn at the foot of the mountains, while snow had already settled on the ridges. Heartfelt thanks to Mădălina for her patience and advice! I’d give 100 stars if I could!
O experiență de neuitat! Recomand cu mare drag să încercați și dumneavoastră o plimbare cu acești minunați cai! A fost prima experiență călare, dar sper să nu fie ultima! Peisajele au fost mirifice, la baza muntilor este toamna, iar pe creste deja s-a instalat zăpada. Mulțumim din suflet Mădălinei pentru răbdare și sfaturi! Aș da 100 de stele dacă aș putea!
Ionut-Alin Nicolae Google · Local Guide
Translated from Romanian
Excellent for little ones. The young lady in charge is very patient and very thoughtful. An experience not to be missed if you’re in the area. By appointment, you can go on carriage rides or on various horseback trails.
Excelent pentru cei mici. Domnișoara care se ocupă are foarte multă răbdare și mult bun simț. O experiență care nu trebuie ratată dacă sunteți în zonă. Cu programare se pot face plimbări cu trăsura sau diferite trasee de plimbare călare.
Fly Away Google · Local Guide
Translated from Romanian
A unique experience in fairy-tale landscapes with the gentlest and best-trained horses, and last but not least with Roxi, who has a warm heart and that typical Maramureș kindness. Thank you, Roxi, for a wonderful day!
O experienta inedita în peisaje de poveste cu cei mai blânzi și cei mai antrenați cai si nu in ultimul rand cu Roxi care are un suflet cald si un bun simt tipic maramuresan. Mulțumim Roxi pentru ziua minunata !
Dana Leo Google
Translated from Romanian
I had a delightful experience with very gentle, obedient and extremely beautiful horses; as a beginner it was exactly what I needed, I got very good guidance, Miss Madalina is very good at what she does, I’ll gladly come back!
Am avut parte de o experienta incantatoare alaturi de cai foarte blanzi, ascultatori si extrem de frumosi, pentru mine ca incepatoare a fost exact ce am avut nevoie, am primit indicatii foarte bune, domnisoara Madalina este foarte buna in ceea ce face, am sa revin aici cu drag!
Carmen Cristina Google
Translated from Romanian
Worth trying! The trail is very well chosen by the guide, with superb scenery, and the horses are gentle and friendly. Highly recommended! 😉
Merita încercat! Traseul este foarte bine ales de către ghid, cu peisaje superbe, iar caii sunt blânzi și prietenoși. Recomand cu toată încrederea! 😉
dinu valentin Google · Local Guide
Translated from Romanian
We rode for 1.5 h, most of the trail through the forest. The guide, Miss Mădălina, was very kind and caring. The horses respond well to commands and are very gentle. Warmly recommended to everyone, both experienced riders and beginners.
Am călărit 1,5 h mare parte din traseu a fost prin pădure. Ghidul , domnișoara Mădălina a fost foarte amabilă și grijulie. Caii raspund bine la comenzi și sunt foarte banzi . Recomand cu căldură tuturor , atât celor avansați cât și începătorilor.
gabriel dumitru murat Google
Translated from Romanian
Thanks to Madalina and Roxi for an unforgettable experience! The energy, the encouragement, the wonderful horses and the fairy-tale scenery made memories that will last. We’ll gladly be back! The Tabacaru family
Multumim Madalinei si lui Roxi pentru experienta de neuitat! Energia, incurajarile, calutii minunati si peisajele de poveste au contribuit la amintiri ce vor dainui. Vom reveni cu drag! Fam. Tabacaru
Bogdana Bogdana Google · Local Guide
Translated from Romanian
An absolutely wonderful experience, the horses very well-behaved, and Madalina very patient. I wholeheartedly recommend you try it!
O experienta absolut minunata,caii foarte cuminti,iar Madalina foarte rabdatoare. Va recomand din suflet sa încercați!
Diana Mihaela Google · Local Guide
Translated from Romanian
A unique experience, professionalism, typical Maramureș hospitality 🥰🙏, a place we’ll always be happy to come back to!!! Thank you very much!
Experiență inedita , profesionalism , ospitalitate tipic maramureșeană 🥰🙏, un loc in care ne vom intoarce intotdeauna cu placere !!! Multumim frumos!
bianca domsa Google
Translated from Romanian
Very gentle horses and friendly staff. The children loved it.
Cai foarte blânzi și personal prietenos. Copiilor le-a plăcut foarte mult.
Gabriel Dogaru Google · Local Guide
Translated from Romanian
The most beautiful place, the most wonderful horses, the most beautiful experience!♥️ Thank you!♥️
Cel mai frumos loc, cei mai minunati cai, cea mai frumoasa experienta!♥️ Va multumim!♥️
Dana Stoian Google · Local Guide
Chapter 11 · Booking
Four short questions. At the end, WhatsApp opens with your message ready to go: just tap “Send”.