Meet the Lipizzan horse
+ visit of the stud farm
Step into the world of the Lipizzan horse and discover everything you have ever wanted to know about these noble horses. You will learn about their character traits and understand why Lipizzan horses are renowned for their calmness, intelligence, and nobility, as well as how they think, learn, and cooperate with humans.
The program takes place in the riding hall of Lipica Stud Farm and includes a professional presentation and a demonstration of working with a Lipizzan horse. Experienced Lipica riders will introduce you to the daily life and work with the horses and will gladly answer your questions and share interesting facts from the world of the Lipizzan horse.
“Meet the Lipizzan horse” is a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to deepen their understanding of the horse and discover the rich tradition of Lipica Stud Farm, where a special bond between humans and the Lipizzan horse has been developing for centuries.
- watching the program “Meet the Lipizzan horse” in the riding hall
- guided tour of the stud farm
A guided tour of the stud farm lasts approximately 60 minutes. With a guide, you will visit the oldest stable Velbanca, the carriage exhibition, the Lipikum Museum, the Church of St. Anthony of Padua, the souvenir shop, and much more. The guided tour is available in Slovenian and English.
Dogs are not allowed in the riding hall.
Taking photos or filming training sessions is also not allowed.
Other experiences in Lipica
Official Training of the Lipica Riding School
+ Visit to the Stud Farm
Watching a training session in Lipica is an excellent opportunity to experience firsthand the methods and techniques of the Lipica Riding School. Under the careful supervision of the head trainer, riders perform all the figures that can also be seen during the Lipica Riding School performance, but in a more relaxed setting. At the end of the training, you may also ask the head trainer questions and discover some of the secrets that make Lipica unique.
Admission includes:
- viewing the official training of the Lipica Riding School
- guided tour of the Lipica Stud Farm
The stud farm can only be visited as part of a guided tour, which lasts approximately 60 minutes. With a guide, you will visit the oldest stable, Velbanca, the carriage exhibition, the Lipikum Museum, the Church of St. Anthony of Padua, the souvenir shop, and much more. You will also learn about the Lipica Riding School.
Guided tours are available in Slovenian and English.
Dogs are not allowed in the riding hall. Taking photos or filming training sessions is also not allowed.
Dogs are not allowed in the riding hall. Taking photos or filming training sessions is also not allowed.
Dogs are not allowed in the riding hall. Taking photos or filming training sessions is also not allowed.
Other Experiences
A Show by the Lipica Riding School
+ Visit to the Stud Farm
Enjoy a performance full of music, harmony, and elegance in motion, set in the enchanting Karst landscape. The Lipica riding masters will present all the elements that define the Lipica classical riding school. Capriole, levade, the grand quadrille, and other demanding movements performed only by the finest Lipizzan horses are the result of years of dedication and trust between rider and horse.
- viewing the Lipica Riding School performance in the covered, heated, and air-conditioned indoor riding arena
- guided tour of the Lipica Stud Farm
The stud farm can only be visited as part of a guided tour, which lasts approximately 60 minutes. With a guide, you will visit the oldest stable, Velbanca, the carriage exhibition, the Lipikum Museum, the Church of St. Anthony of Padua, the souvenir shop, and much more.
Guided tours are available in Slovenian and English.
February 8, December 26, January 1
Dogs are not allowed in the riding hall.
Taking photos or filming training sessions is also not allowed.
Dogs are not allowed in the riding hall.
Taking photos or filming training sessions is also not allowed.
Dogs are not allowed in the riding hall.
Taking photos or filming training sessions is also not allowed.
Other experiences in Lipica
Visit to the Stud Farm
Lipica, an estate spanning more than 300 hectares, offers a wide range of experiences for exploration and learning. During your visit, you can see the Velbanca stable, the Lipikum Museum, the Church of St. Anthony of Padua, and many other attractions.
- guided tour of the stud farm with a guide
- visit to the oldest stable Velbanca
- visit to the carriage exhibition
- visit to the Lipikum Museum
- visit to the Church of St. Anthony of Padua
- visit to the souvenir shop
- discovering the rich history, tradition, and cultural heritage of Lipica Stud Farm
- the guided tour is available in Slovenian and English
A guided tour of the stud farm lasts approximately 60 minutes.
approx. 60 min
Guided tours are available in Slovenian and English. If a guide is available, tours may also be conducted in Italian, German, or French.