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Snowy’s donkeys

  • Pets allowed

Want to discover the landscapes of Dévoluy in an original way? Come and explore the Dévoluy massif at the pace of long ears, on foot or by horse-drawn carriage! You can also try out the new cosmetics workshops based on donkey milk!

– Pack donkey rental – independent hiking

Go hiking accompanied by a pack donkey, ideal for carrying your belongings and walking at the pace of the whole family. A gentle, accessible, and friendly experience.

Available durations: 2 hours, 3 hours, full day

– Special evening picnic outing: 1 day or more

– Horse-drawn carriage ride

Discover the landscapes of Dévoluy from the comfort of a horse-drawn carriage, for a moment of relaxation and sharing.

Available durations: 1 hour, 2 hours

– Donkey milk cosmetics workshop

Discover the benefits of donkey milk and the basics of making handmade cosmetics. An educational and fun experience.

Duration: approximately 1 hour

– Milking demonstration

Watch the donkeys being milked and discover this essential step, carried out in accordance with the animals' rhythm.

Duration: approximately 40 min.

– Farm tour

Guided tour of the farm, discover the daily life of donkeys.

Duration: approximately 40 min.

For more information, call +33 (0)6 59 28 63 86.

– Donkey sledding

A fun and original activity, particularly popular with children, under adult supervision.

Available durations: 15 min, 30 min

– Sleigh ride – draft horse

Enjoy a winter sleigh ride pulled by a draft horse to discover the snowy landscapes of Le Dévoluy.

Duration: approximately 40 min

Animal welfare information

For the respect and well-being of the horse, the sleigh is subject to a weight limit.

Maximum total weight: 160 kg (tolerance ± 10 kg)

This limit is strictly enforced, as the sleigh requires considerable physical effort from the horse, especially in winter conditions.

– Winter carriage ride – draft horse

A friendly ride to enjoy winter in a different way, comfortably seated.

Duration: approximately 45 min.

– Farm visit & animal care

Discover farm life in winter and participate in the daily care of the animals.

Duration: approximately 40 min.

– Raclette carriage ride

A warm and gourmet moment: a carriage ride followed by a raclette tasting.

Duration: approximately 1 hr 30 min.

For more information, call +33 (0)6 59 28 63 86.

Opening period

From 22/12/2025 to 12/04/2026 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday between 10 am and 5 pm.

From 04/07 to 30/08/2026 on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday between 10 am and 5 pm.

Spoken languages : french

Rates

Pack donkey rental

– 2-hour ride: €47

– Half-day (≈ 3 hours): €53

– Full day: €65

– Evening ride (5pm–8pm): €55

– Trekking (1 day or more): prices on request

Carriage ride – Around La Joue-du-Loup

– Adults: €60/person

– Children (5–10 years old): €40

– Children (under 5 years old): free

Group rates: on request

Carriage shuttle – La Joue-du-Loup ↔ Auberge du Col du Festre

– One way: €30/adult – €20/child (5–10 years old) – free (under 5 years old)

– Round trip: €50/adult – €35/child (5–10 years old) – free (under 5 years old)

Group rates: on request

DIY cosmetics workshop

Make your own moisturizing cream with donkey milk

– Price: €20/person

Donkey sled

Sled pulled by a donkey (max. weight: 40 kg/sled)

– 15 min: €15/sled

– 30 min: €25/sled

Horse-drawn carriage

Horse-drawn carriage ride (4 adults or 2 adults + 3 children)

– 40 min: €40/person

Tour of the donkey farm (40 min)

– Adults: €11

– Children: €7

– Under 5 years old: free

Family pack €28 (2 adults + 1-2 children) with 10% off cosmetics during the visit.

Donkey milk cosmetics

Solid soaps and shampoos (24% donkey milk), made in Le Dévoluy.

On sale on site: don't hesitate to ask!

Carriage raclette:

Come and enjoy an original raclette at the pace of Mia, our Percheron mare (2 or 4 people max).

Lunch only.

Large families or groups: please contact me.

Means of payment
  • Bank/credit card
  • Cash
  • Travellers Cheque
Environments
  • In the country
  • Mountain location
  • Mountain view
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05250 La Joue du Loup
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