A ride in a donkey-drawn carriage is pure relaxation - especially here in Erlbach in the Bavarian Holzland, near Altötting. Together with our two donkeys Lola and Sancho, you'll travel at a leisurely pace through the countryside, far away from the stress of everyday life and very close to nature.
You may already know Lola and Sancho from our donkey hikes in the mountains or around our farm. There they show time and again how sure-footed and reliable they are on narrow paths and steeper passages.
At the same time, they are real character animals: curious, strong-willed and with a keen sense for good food - which is exactly what makes spending time with them so special.
You don't set the pace on the donkey carriage - Lola and Sancho comfortably set the pace. This invites you to take a deep breath, consciously perceive your surroundings and simply arrive in the moment.
Families, couples and small groups in particular appreciate this time out because they can be outdoors a lot without much effort and enjoy the tranquillity of the countryside.
Donkeys are often regarded as stubborn, but they are above all very clever and safety-conscious. They scrutinise every situation carefully and ask themselves at every step: Do I really have to do this?
Anyone who manages to work harmoniously with a donkey shows inner clarity, calm and willpower. Good and clear body language, patience and friendliness are more important than loud commands - then the donkey will become a wonderful partner at your side.
It takes a lot of persuasion and consistency to train our donkeys. They scrutinise every new step and want to understand whether we really mean it.
Once trust has been built up, Lola and Sancho go on tour with the carriage with visible joy. For Manfred, every donkey-drawn carriage ride is a piece of lived friendship between man and animal - and this joy is quickly transferred to everyone who comes along for the ride.
You can find all the information about our donkey tours on our donkey hike page - where you can also enquire whether a donkey carriage ride is possible on your preferred day. Just send us a message or use the contact form.
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