Milou's donkeys

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  • Tourism service provider
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Rioupes, 05250 La Joue Du Loup, Dévoluy

Description

Milou's Donkeys and our dozen or so companions would love to go for a walk with you! Equipped with packsaddles, the donkeys will carry your belongings with ease, whether for a few hours or on a multi-day trek. Be sure to check out our donkey milk cosmetics workshops, too!
Our activities – Summer & Winter Activities adapted to the rhythm of the seasons, with family or friends, respecting animals and nature. In summer: - 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 Le 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. In winter: - 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: approx. 40 min Animal welfare information For the respect and welfare of the horse, the sleigh is subject to a weight limit. Maximum total weight: 160 kg (± 10 kg tolerance) This limit is strictly enforced, as the sleigh requires significant 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 take part in the daily care of the animals. Duration: approx. 40 min. - Raclette carriage ride A warm and gourmet moment: a carriage ride followed by a raclette tasting. Duration: approx. 1 hr 30 min. For more information, call +33 (0)6 59 28 63 86.

Services

Animals accepted

Services offered

Quality standards

Quality standards
Famille plusFamille plus

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.

Payment methods

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Openings

Monday
10:00 - 17:00

Tuesday
10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00

Thursday
10:00 - 17:00

Friday
10:00 - 17:00

Saturday
Closed

Sunday
10:00 - 17:00

Monday
10:00 - 17:00

Tuesday
10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00

Thursday
10:00 - 17:00

Friday
10:00 - 17:00

Saturday
Closed

Sunday
10:00 - 17:00

Location

Milou's donkeys
Rioupes, 05250 La Joue Du Loup, Dévoluy
  • www.lesanesdemilou.com

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • In the country
  • Mountain view
  • Mountain location

Access

Access
  • Meeting place is variable.
Updated on 05 August 2026 at 09:13
by Office de Tourisme du Dévoluy
(Offer identifier : 6484497)
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