The Royal Stables of Versailles – Equestrian Art & World-Renowned Performances

Discover this place loaded with history built in 1682 by J. Hardouin-Mansart to house the king’s saddle horses for hunting and war. Today, a show and training venue that honors equestrian art, the Grand Écurie du Château de Versailles is home to the famous Equestrian Academy of Versailles and welcomes riders from all over the world.

Equestrian shows of international renown

Established in 2003 by Bartabas, horseman, director and founder of the Zingaro equestrian theatre, this Academy is a world-renowned ballet company that combines masterfully the high school training and disciplines such as dance, fencing, singing or kyudo (Japanese warrior archery). The « Mornings of Écuyers » offers the spectator the opportunity to discover a work session with the horses.

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