Courses Hippiques du Haras du Pin
Horse racing at the Bergerie racecourse, at the Haras national du Pin
About Courses du Pin
Races at the « Versailles of the Horse »
The Haras du Pin Horse Races take place at the Bergerie racecourse, nestled in the heart of the Haras national du Pin estate, one of the most beautiful stud farms in the world, founded in 1715 by Louis XIV. This exceptional setting, with its majestic avenues lined with centuries-old oak trees and historic buildings, offers a unique backdrop for attending quality horse races.
Varied and Spectacular Races
The Bergerie racecourse offers several types of races that delight horse racing enthusiasts:
- Flat races: horses compete over various distances on a grass track in a green setting
- Hurdle races: jockeys clear natural hurdle obstacles at high speed
- Steeple-chase: more technical and demanding obstacle courses
- Cross-country: spectacular events on natural terrain with varied obstacles (embankments, ditches, barriers)
Four Days a Year
The Pin race calendar includes four race days per year, organised by the Société des Courses du Pin. Two meetings in spring in May, two others in autumn in October. Each race Sunday starts at 1 p.m. and offers several races throughout the day, mixing flat, hurdle, steeple-chase and cross-country.
A Family Event
Race days at Haras du Pin are true family moments. Beyond the excitement of the races, the organisers offer an entertainment programme: children's games with prizes to be won, a picnic area, varied on-site catering and the opportunity to discover the magnificent Haras national estate with its stables, riding arenas and gardens.
An Exceptional Racecourse
The Bergerie racecourse is a licensed racecourse with a grass track of approximately 2,000 metres (right-hand track), complemented by a cross-country track. Its location within the Haras national du Pin makes it one of the most picturesque racecourses in France, appreciated by both horse racing professionals and casual visitors.
Courses du Pin — edition 2026
2026 Season of the Haras du Pin Horse Races: four days of races at the Bergerie racecourse, on Sundays May 3rd and 24th, then October 11th and 25th, 2026. Opening at 13 h, flat races, hurdles, steeplechase and cross-country, family entertainment.
The 2026 season in four Sundays
The Société des Courses du Pin organizes four horse racing meetings in 2026 at the Bergerie racecourse, in the heart of the Haras national du Pin estate (Orne). Two Sundays in spring, two Sundays in autumn, always starting from 13 h.
2026 Dates
- Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 — operations begin at 13 h
- Sunday, May 24th, 2026 — operations begin at 13 h
- Sunday, October 11th, 2026 — operations begin at 13 h
- Sunday, October 25th, 2026 — operations begin at 13 h
Day Format
Each meeting offers a succession of races combining flat, hurdles, steeplechase and cross-country. The detailed program for each day (entered horses, jockeys, distances, precise times) is published a few days before the meeting on coursesdupin.com and relayed by the specialized equestrian press.
Entertainment and catering
The days are accompanied by family entertainment: children's games with prizes to win, presentation of horses in the parade ring, sometimes pony rides depending on the editions. Varied on-site catering with food-truck, bubble bar, oyster bar, cheese bar and ice cream truck. A picnic area is also accessible in the Haras park.
Programme Courses du Pin 2026
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Ticket offices and catering open at 13 h. First race held in the early afternoon. Program combining flat, hurdles, steeplechase and cross-country. Details of runners published a few days before the meeting on coursesdupin.com.
Sunday, May 24th, 2026
Opening at 13 h. Obstacle and flat racing program. Details of runners published a few days before on coursesdupin.com.
Sunday, October 11th, 2026
Opening at 13 h. Autumn resumption with flat and obstacle races. Details of runners published a few days before on coursesdupin.com.
Sunday, October 25th, 2026
Opening at 13 h. Last meeting of the 2026 season. Details of runners published a few days before on coursesdupin.com.
Highlights Courses du Pin 2026
- 4 Sundays of races in 2026: May 3rd and 24th, October 11th and 25th
- Operations begin at 13 h
- Flat, hurdles, steeplechase and cross-country races
- Entry 5 € — free for under 16s and PMU card holders
- Family entertainment, children's games and varied on-site catering
- Exceptional setting of the Haras national du Pin, "Versailles of the horse"
Prices Courses du Pin 2026
Practical information — Courses du Pin
Practical Information
Access
The Bergerie racecourse is located in the commune of Ginai, within the prestigious Haras national du Pin estate, in an exceptional natural setting.
- By car: From Argentan, take the D926 towards Le Pin-au-Haras (15 min). From Alençon, D26 then D926 (40 min). From Caen, A88 exit Argentan then D926 (approx. 1 h). From Paris, A13 then A88 and D926 (approx. 2 h 45). Parking is free and spacious on the Haras estate, in the immediate vicinity of the racecourse. Signage is put in place on race days.
- By train: Nearest station in Argentan (15 km), served by the Paris-Granville and Caen-Le Mans lines. Taxi or carpooling from Argentan station.
Location
Bergerie Racecourse, 61310 Ginai, within the Haras national du Pin estate. The grass track of approximately 2,000 metres is located in the heart of the estate, offering a unique setting with the historic stables as a backdrop.
Hours
Race days begin at 1 p.m. with the opening of ticket offices and catering. The full race programme (discipline, distance, starters) is published a few days before each meeting on the coursesdupin.com website and in the horse racing press.
Prices
Admission at €5, free for under 16s and PMU card holders. Cash payment accepted at the entrance. Access to the stands and lawn areas.
Horse Betting
PMU betting points are available on site on race days, with counters and betting terminals. Minimum stake: €1.50.
Catering
Varied catering and refreshment bar on site: food truck, bubble bar, oyster bar, cheese bar and ice cream truck. A picnic area is also set up in the Haras park for those who wish to bring their own meal and enjoy the green setting.
Entertainment
Family entertainment is offered on race days: children's games with prizes to be won, presentation of horses in the parade ring, sometimes pony rides depending on the edition. It's the ideal opportunity to discover the world of horse racing in a relaxed atmosphere.
Visit the Stud Farm
Take advantage of your visit to explore the Haras national du Pin, nicknamed the « Versailles of the Horse ». Guided tours of the stables, riding arena and gardens are offered throughout the year. Information on the haras-national-du-pin.com website.
Contact
Société des Courses du Pin
Hippodrome de la Bergerie, 61310 Ginai
Tel.: 06 82 43 17 46
Email: [email protected]
Official website: coursesdupin.com
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Where does it take place — Courses du Pin
Hippodrome de la Bergerie, Haras national du Pin
Hippodrome de la Bergerie, 61310 Ginai, 61310 Le Pin-au-Haras