Frequently Asked Question

Some accommodations do not accept dogs, so it is imperative to notify us if you wish to be accompanied by a dog, so that we can offer you an adequate tour. Your dog must be docile: he must accept other animals: donkeys, cats, dogs, rabbits, pigs he will meet in the various accommodation where you will stay. Your dog must be kept on a leash on arrival at the accommodation and if the owner requests it, you must let him tie up.

Is your dog sufficiently trained to hike? (ask your veterinarian for advice).

Your reservation will be confirmed after payment of the deposit.
The various contacts or questionnaires do not commit you financially.

For treks with donkeys you are limited to 35 kg of luggage to which you must deduct the weight of children.
For other types of treks, luggage transport is included. The maximum weight is 13 KG per person.

Yes!
Even if we can lend you a bicycle helmet for mountain biking or donkey hiking, nothing beats the comfort of a personal helmet adapted to its morphology.

Baggage preparation:

Do not load too much: the donkey carries 30 to 35 kilos maximum weight of luggage and children included: take only useful things! Two bags in which you will have to distribute your luggage in a balanced way (a scale to weigh the luggage will be provided for the duration of the hike) will be given to you the day before or the morning of the hike.

What you need:

• Your clothes (don't forget a practical and light rain suit and caps).
• A good pair of hiking shoes and possibly a second pair to rest your feet in the evening BUT LIGHT (sandal type).
• Shower gel and shampoo not provided in guest rooms.
• A bottle per person of at least 1.5 liters which will be filled each morning before your departure.
• A small emergency pharmacy (antiseptic, bandages, anti mosquitoes and anti ticks, tick puller, sunscreen).
• A MTB helmet for children riding the donkey (MANDATORY, not supplied).
• One or more small backpacks that allow you to unload the donkey when the children are tired or to carry the surplus that the donkey cannot carry.
• Garbage bags for storing your clothes: garbage bags are very light, waterproof, strong and space-saving: it's even better than a backpack or a sports bag. Suitcases to avoid absolutely.

What you don't need:

• you do not need towels, sheets or sleeping bags.
• You do not need picnic equipment, everything will be provided with the picnic from the first day (only for donkey treks).
• Games for children (there is everything you need in accommodation).
• Extra food (including donkey), meals, breakfasts and picnics are plentiful, don't worry.

Are included :

• Overnight in your room.
• Sheets.
• Bath towels.
• Breakfast.

Not including:

• Shower gel and cosmetics.

Optional :

• Drinks excluding meals.
• Evening meals.
• Picnics.

In view of the maximum weight that a donkey can carry (30 to 35 kilos maximum per donkey, weight of luggage and children included), we recommend taking a donkey for 3 to 4 people; this rule varies according to the age of the children and their ability to walk the whole hike or not: we therefore advise you to carefully assess the weight that the donkey will have to carry during the hike and possibly take an additional donkey option if necessary.

Donkeys can carry young children (under your responsibility) for short distances several times a day when they are tired or require the necessary advancement more quickly. If you want to do this hike with very young children under 3 years old, it is quite possible but they should be worn by an adult (baby carrier, hiking baby carrier bag).

You are going to the village of Melay in Saône et Loire: department 71

Saône et Loire is served by the A6, A39 and A40 motorways and by the national road Center Europe Atlantic.



By road, Melay is 9 hours south of London, 7 hours south of Brussels and Bruges, 3 hours west of Geneva, 4 hours south of Paris, 2 hours south west of Dijon, 1 hour 30 minutes south west of Chalon sur saône , 1h30 north-west of Lyon, 1h west of Mâcon, and 20 mins north of Roanne. On Google Map, enter the destination "donkey buggers".
By train, enter as arrival destination: MARCIGNY

If you come from the North of France or Europe, you can stop at the Le Creusot - Montchanin TGV station where you will take a bus which will drop you off an hour later at the Marcigny stop where a taxi will have to be reserved to take you to your destination. If you come from the south of France or Europe, you must reach Roanne station where we will pick you up where a bus will drop you off at the Pouilly sous Charlieu stop where a taxi will have to be reserved to take you to your destination.
SNCF information: 00 33 (0) 8 92 35 35 35 - https://www.oui.sncf/billet-train

We work with MUTUAIDE Assurances.
Please consult their presentation to read their contracts and conditions to enjoy your stay peacefully.

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