Donkey & Shepherd's Experience in Girmont-Val-d’Ajol
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, including families and older adults; mostly gentle walking on farm paths.
Overview
Spend three hours with friendly donkeys and local shepherds in the quiet French countryside of Girmont-Val-d'Ajol. This unique walking tour and farm brunch offers families a hands-on connection to rural life and animal care.
Donkey & Shepherd's Experience
Starting at €38 | 3 Hours | Parties of 2 to 9 | Girmont-Val-d'Ajo
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About This Adventure
Embark on a unique 3-hour adventure in Girmont-Val-d'Ajol, where each walking tour with friendly donkeys is tailored to your group. Enjoy a delightful brunch with shepherds and interact with a variety of farm animals, creating cherished memories for both children and parents in a serene, timeless setting.
Rates
Adult: €39 Ages 13 & Older
Child: €29 Ages 02 to 12
Young Child: Free Ages 02 & Younger
Minimum party of 2 required to book
Duration
3 Hours
Location
Girmont-Val-d'Ajol (90 min from Nancy)
About
Each walk is unique! Each person or group of people allows us to create a link and a different exchange.
We adapt our journey to each person. We are very attentive to you in order to bring you a moment that is so simple and timeless. Our donkeys are very good mediators and create a special relationship with children.
Back from the walk, the BRUNCH DES SHEPHERDS brings you the final touch to this moment of life. The meeting with all the animals of the sheepfold.
Children happy to be able to pet pigs, dogs, cats, sheep or quails, while the parents are around the shepherds' table for a snack.
Includes
- Arrival at the farm and welcome by the producer
- Walking tour with the donkeys
- Brunch with the shepherd
- Contact with the animals of the sheepfold
NOTE
After booking we will send all the details of the reservation, as well as the location of the farm and the contact of the farmer.
If you wish to propose another day or time for the experience, send us a message and we will do our best to reschedule, or we can include one more experience for all day.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Prepared for Farm Surroundings
Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes suitable for walking on uneven dirt and grass paths around the farm.
Bring Weather-Appropriate Clothing
Weather can change quickly—layer your clothing and bring rain gear if visiting outside summer months.
Be Ready to Meet Animals
Children should be prepared to interact gently with donkeys, pigs, sheep, and other farm animals under supervision.
Plan Transportation in Advance
The farm is not served by public transport; arranging private car or taxi is necessary for reaching the farm at 11 La Heutotte.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- European roe deer
- Red fox
History
Girmont-Val-d'Ajol has a rich pastoral tradition dating back centuries, with shepherding deeply intertwined in local culture.
Conservation
Farm Experiences & Tours supports sustainable agriculture practices that protect the region's natural biodiversity and ensure a lasting rural landscape.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Essential for navigating farm paths safely throughout different seasons.
Layered Clothing
Allows quick adjustment to temperature changes during the three-hour experience.
Rain Jacket or Poncho
Useful for sudden rain showers or damp weather, especially in spring and fall.
spring|fall|winter specific
Sun Hat and Sunscreen
Provides protection from sun during open-air walking and brunch in summer months.
summer specific