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International marking

Marking and signposting equestrian routes

In order to have an equestrian hike taking place in good conditions, it is necessary to have equestrian routes identified, mapped perhaps marked.

Equestrian marking guarantees the security of riders and horses, and the good running of the path. 

That's why the FITE has worked on a guide to best practice for the marking and signposting of equestrian itineraries. Each ONTE (Organisme National de Tourisme Equestre - member of the FITE) can use it, add to it, modify it according to its own territorial specificities, while respecting national and local legislation in force on these subjects.

Equestrian marking

Equestrian markers around the world

When you decide to go for a hike, it is essential to know the different types of makings.

We have put together a list of markings for riders in different countries. If you wish to tell us about the equestrian markings in your country, please let us know. After study and validation by our services we will add them.

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Equestrian marking

Germany

There is no official marking in Germany as trail markings are regulated differently by each Land.

Existing signs vary according to the status of the trail (private or public). Germany's Pferdetourismus brochure lists the country's equestrian tourism offerings. 

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Spain

Spanish equestrian marking indicates the name of the route, its accessibility and equestrian tourism infrastructures that are on the path.

The website TURISMO ECUESTRE ESPAÑA collects all the useful services for riders.

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France

Marking system for horse riders and carriage driving riders is similar to the walkers', but in orange.

GEOCHEVAL is a tool helping you to find equestrian routes as well as equestrian tourism centers that can host both riders and horses. 

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Great-Britain

Blue, purple or red arrows notify that the route is accessible to riders. 

Routes indicated with a yellow arrow are not accessible for riders. 

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Switzerland

White horseshoe on a green background to indicate equestrian routes. 

It can also be found with a white rider on a blue background.

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USA

Marking in the USA is white on a brown background.

It indicates the direction to follow and shows the rider's position. 

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