A riding farm fulfils the following criteria:

• a classification of at least four flowers.
• breakfast with at least twelve different products.
• the bedrooms have wooden floors.
• horses are kept and horseback riding is available directly on the farm.
• a member of the family is a certified cross-country riding guide, trail riding guide or trainer and offers professional beginner lessons and guided rides.
• a member of the family gives instructions on how to handle the horses.
• the possibility to look after and care for the riding horses.
• at least five riding horses on the farm.
• horses are kept in stalls with sufficient daylight and a good stable climate, as well as paddocks or grazing for sufficient exercise.
• a riding arena on the farm.
• a well-kept saddle room and saddle or bridle, as well as stable halters for each riding horse.
• three-point safety helmets.
• cleaning and care set for each horse.
• sanitary facilities for the riders.
• washing facilities for riding accessories.
• a changing room and cloakroom for riding clothes.
• veterinary reports on the health of the horses.
• animal liability insurance and accident insurance.
• a first aid kit for guests and horses.
• a horseshoeing set for emergency interventions.
• specialist literature on the subject of riding and a trade magazine is available in German and Italian.