Riding the Percheron Draft Horse in France! DiscoverTheHorse

The Percheron is one of the world’s most celebrated draft horse breeds! Known for their strength, elegance, and calm temperament, these gentle giants stand 15.2–19.0hh and can weigh up to 2,200 pounds! Join me at the oldest Stud Farm in France - Haras national du Pin and meet my Quest Horse, "Idol" an 8 year old Percheron Gelding!

👇 Have you ever ridden or driven a Percheron? Share your story in the comments!

✨Special Thanks to: Haras national du Pin, Chevalait, European State Studs Association (ESSA), Muriel Meneux, Nell Emery, Marie Lecerf & Julian Bergeon!

🎬 Alyssa is an award-winning filmmaker and Equestrian YouTuber on a Quest to Ride Every Horse Breed in the World! She has ridden over 140 different horse breeds in 30 countries so far. Join the adventure to meet amazing horses and explore equestrian traditions around the globe. 🐎

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00:00 The Percheron Draft Horse
00:37 France's Oldest Stud Farm
01:40 Driving a Percheron
02:28 Percheron Horse History
03:24 My Quest Ride!
05:22 Breed Characteristics
06:20 My First Percheron