
We are passionate about horses and nature
Our greatest pleasure is creating and organizing horseback riding routes through the beautiful landscapes of the Aragonese Pyrenees. Do you dare to try?
I want to live itReady to take you to the adventure of your life
Our team has solid experience in organizing and guiding horseback riding routes through nature.


A team of professionals at your service
Based in Anciles, a beautiful medieval village located in the heart of the Benasque Valley, the Anima Equi team is formed by professionals who have a solid equestrian background and are committed to sustainable tourism.

Àlvar Net
The visible soul of Anima Equi. In addition to being co-owner and manager, he is a geographer, teacher, and certified Equestrian Tourism guide. He designs the routes, trains the horses, cares for them, and leads the experiences with passion and deep knowledge of the land. He is the one who transforms nature and horses into unforgettable adventures.

Olga Segura
Fine Arts graduate and co-owner of Anima Equi. She takes care of everything behind the scenes—logistics, social media, website, and daily operations. She likes to say she works backstage, making sure everything runs smoothly so you can simply enjoy the experience.
Spoiler: Horses can be addictive
Our herd consists of 17 horses and 2 ponies. Our horses are pure Spanish breed (PRE) and crossbred. They live in open meadows in a state of semi-freedom, they are friendly and they like people. Get to know them!
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Adaku
This is a Spanish crossbreed horse, the youngest in the herd, with a calm temperament. In the Igbo language (Nigeria), this name means "child born for wealth". In African mythology, it is believed that some children are born with a spiritual mission, and some are given a chi (guardian spirit) destined to bring prosperity to their family.
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Amichi
This is an experienced Spanish crossbreed mare. Although she is initially reserved, once she trusts you, she gives back immensely. A great lover of water, her name derives from the Italian word amici, meaning "friends", symbolizing friendship, community spirit, loyalty, and deep connection. In other cultures, it is also a term of endearment for someone who is always there for others, a protector or spiritual guide.
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Ananda
This is a Pure Spanish Breed (PRE) mare. She is young but has a very stable character. In the herd, she fiercely defends her food. In Sanskrit (India), ananda means "supreme happiness, bliss, or beatitude". It is an important concept in Buddhist and Hindu philosophy. In Hindu thought, especially in Vedanta and Yoga, the state of Ananda is reached when the individual soul (atman) merges with universal consciousness (Brahman), achieving enlightenment.
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Anzu
This is a Spanish crossbreed horse, although morphologically, he could pass as purebred. Notable for his beauty and long mane, he is highly experienced and adapts well to the rider’s level. In Sumerian and Akkadian culture, Anzu was a mythological creature from ancient Mesopotamia, depicted as a giant bird with a lion's head. Anzu symbolizes, among other things, the power of the wind.
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Boira
This mare is one of the herd leaders, a cross between a Spanish mare whose grandmother had some Hispano-Breton blood, which gives her robustness. She is a very safe mare. In patués, a dialect spoken in Aragón, boira means "fog." This is an evocative word, as in Pyrenean traditions, fog has a magical and mysterious symbolism. It is believed to be a veil between worlds, hiding the magical beings who inhabit the mountains. In many Pyrenean legends, fog signals the presence of mythological creatures such as fairies, basajaunes (forest guardians), or nature spirits.
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Cotiella
A Spanish crossbreed mare, but morphologically very similar to a purebred. She is curious and brave, always seeking human contact. She is named after a mountain in the Pyrenees of Aragón, Spain, located in the Hoya of Huesca, with an altitude of 2,912 meters. According to legend, Cotiella was once the refuge of ancient titans or petrified giants, whose hearts still beat within the mountain.
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Dalila
A Pure Spanish Breed (PRE) mare who, due to her sensitivity, needs reassurance. In Arabic, Dalila means "delicate." In both Arab and Persian cultures, it also means "guide" or "the one who shows the way." It was the name of wise women, explorers, knowledge guardians, and spiritual guides. In times when merchants, nomads, and travelers crossed the desert, having a dalil was essential for survival. Dalila is the name of the one who knows the hidden paths, the stars, and nature's signs to reach her destination.
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Edel
A Spanish crossbreed horse with a strong build. Very confident and affectionate with people, he is one of the lieutenants of the herd. His name, of German origin, means "noble" or "pure." It is also associated with the famous alpine flower edelweiss (Edel), a symbol of purity and resilience in Alpine culture. In many Swiss and Austrian tales, the edelweiss is a mystical flower that only blooms in inaccessible places, and those who find it are considered brave and fortunate.
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Elcris
A crossbreed mare, probably a three-blood mix. She is tall, calm, and very reliable. In Gaelic, Elcris is the name of a sacred tree in Celtic mythology (Tree of Life). For the druids, Elcris extended its roots into the Otherworld, its trunk remained in the world of the living, and its branches reached the realm of the gods. It was said that those who drank its sap gained infinite wisdom and the ability to communicate with forest spirits. It was protected by druids, and only those with a pure heart could approach it without harm.
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Emuná
A Spanish crossbreed mare, with a good disposition for work. She is a rescued horse who has adapted very well to her new life. Her name comes from Hebrew and means "faith, trust, and unwavering loyalty". Emuná means having deep certainty in the heart and remaining calm, even without having all the answers. It represents the ability to trust fully that everything happens for a greater reason.
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Gea
A Pure Spanish Breed (PRE) mare. She is calm and very affectionate with people. In freedom, she needs to define her personal space and that of her close ones. Her name comes from the Greek Gaia, the goddess of the Earth in classical mythology. Born from Chaos, she is considered the mother of all living beings: she gave birth to the Titans, Cyclopes, and Hecatoncheires. Her figure symbolizes fertility, life, and cosmic stability.
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Gratal
A Pure Lusitano Breed mare, very safe, with a calm temperament. She is very affectionate. She is named after the Sierra de Gratal, in Huesca (Aragón), Spain. The etymology of the name is somewhat uncertain, but it is believed to have pre-Roman roots, possibly from Celtic or Iberian words meaning "height" or "elevated place". In oral tradition, Gratal was a landmark for the valley's ancient inhabitants, considered a site of special energy. It is said that Pyrenean druids and shamans performed rituals on its peaks to communicate with the gods of nature.
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Luna
A robust Spanish crossbreed mare with great physical strength, but she knows how to regulate her energy according to the rider’s needs. In Latin, her name means "light of the night". In Roman mythology, the Moon (Luna) is a goddess associated with the night, feminine cycles, and magic. She represents intuition, renewal, and the connection to the spiritual. In astrology and alchemy, the Moon is linked to water, emotions, and the subconscious. This name evokes dreams, the sensitive world, and mystical connections.
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Nemat
A Spanish crossbreed horse with some Lusitanian blood. Active and independent, he is very playful in the herd. His name comes from the Persian term “netat”. In Celtic mythology, the Netat was a sacred place, a magical forest where nature spirits and ancient gods converged. Netat was not marked on maps, nor visible to mortal eyes—only those with a special destiny could find the way. Within Netat, the trees whispered ancient secrets, and the waters of its rivers healed diseases. It was also a portal between the world of the living and the Sídhe (the realm of fairies and gods). Druids would go to Netat to receive visions and learn the secrets of nature.
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Nuïm
A Spanish crossbreed mare with Holsteiner blood. She is the leader of the herd, a safe and quiet mare. When in freedom, she enjoys searching for the finest food. In Gaelic, Nuïm means "oak", the sacred tree in Celtic culture. The oak represents strength, wisdom, and the connection between worlds. Druids performed rituals under sacred oaks and believed these trees housed powerful spirits. In Celtic tradition, the oak was the tree of Dagda, the father of the gods, who possessed a magical club capable of granting life or death.
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Nük
A Hispano-Arabian horse, affectionate with people but with a hint of defiance. He needs stability. His name comes from Greenland and means "cape." The term refers to the geographic location of Nuuk, a city situated on a promontory at the mouth of the Nuup Kangerlua fjord on Greenland's southwest coast.
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Sinag
A Spanish crossbreed horse. He is not suitable for beginners, because his energy needs to be properly managed. However, he is very gentle with people. In Filipino, his name means "ray of light", especially those beams of light that pierce through clouds or filter through tree leaves. In Spanish, this phenomenon is known as “twilight beams” or “divine rays”.
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Yume
An adult Hispano-Arabian horse that still retains its spark. He loves being brushed. In Japanese, his name means "dream" and refers both to the dreams we experience while sleeping and to personal aspirations and desires. The concept of yume connects to the Japanese perception of reality, influenced by the Buddhist notion of maya (illusion), in which reality itself can be seen as a fleeting dream from which we all will eventually awaken.
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Tamarié
Une jument Pure Race Espagnole (PRE), docile mais avec du caractère, qui sait utiliser ses qualités de manière positive dans son travail. Dans la mythologie elfique du Seigneur des Anneaux, Tamarié est le nom de la dernière étoile visible dans le ciel lorsque toutes les autres se sont éteintes. Son nom est mentionné dans d’anciennes chansons elfiques comme un symbole d’espoir et de résistance. On dit que lorsque l’obscurité recouvrira le monde, Tamarié sera la dernière lumière guidant les justes vers le salut. Dans la cosmologie tolkienienne, elle pourrait être associée au Silmaril d’Eärendil, qui brille dans le ciel, tout comme Vénus le fait dans notre monde.
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Tarïk
A crossbreed horse with Arab blood from a military herd of mares. He is a veteran with extensive experience in the mountains. In Arabic, Tarik means "the nocturnal visitor" or "the traveler". This meaning is linked to the morning star, as in Islamic tradition, the word tarik also refers to a celestial body that appears in the darkness before dawn.
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Rose
A mature chestnut Shetland pony with a lot of experience. She has infinite patience with children. The English name Rose comes from the Latin “rosa”, referring to the rose flower. In various traditions, the rose symbolizes beauty, love, and purity.
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Sky
A middle-aged pony, very popular for his piebald coat. He loves being around the youngest members of the family. His name was given to him for his affinity with children.
Horses in semi-freedom
Our horses live semi-free in the wild, which allows them to have an active social life within the herd. They know how to work together and are accustomed to challenging terrain, so they are very reliable, calm, and have great endurance. They are also friendly and enjoy human company.
We are nearby and, if you ask, we can pick you up
The Benasque Valley is located in the northeast of Spain, in the province of Huesca (Aragon), near the border with France. By car, it is located about 3.5 hours from Barcelona, 2 hours from Zaragoza and 2 hours from the French town of Luchon. We offer a transfer service from Barcelona airport.

Camino de Conques,
Anciles
22469 (Benasque - Huesca)
SpainTel: + 34 606 232 101