Organisation

Maarsbergen Horse Trials

The leading equestrian event where a historic estate, international top-level sport and high-quality hospitality come together in a relaxed day out.

Key figures

  • 150 volunteers
  • 200 participants
  • 10,000 visitors
  • 120 partners, sponsors and suppliers

Our vision

Growing into the leading horse trials event of Europe.

Our mission

Maarsbergen Horse Trials promotes the development of the sport of eventing in the Netherlands and Europe.

Maarsbergen Horse Trials stimulates the growth of participating combinations and is committed to the welfare of the horse. Building educational courses improves the rider's riding skills and strengthens the bond of trust between rider and horse. The ambiance of an international top-level sporting event enriches the experience of the rider and their support team. The use of the latest safety and health measures develops the knowledge of riders, officials and organisers and safeguards the welfare of the horse.

Our history

  1. 2002

    Challenge Saumur

    It all started with a military competition between France, Belgium, England and the Netherlands.

    Participants in military uniform during the Challenge Saumur in 2002Photo collage of the Challenge Saumur in Maarsbergen
  2. 2003

    First national competition

    The following year, we organised our first national competition.

    Rider at an obstacle shaped like a racing car during the first national competitionRider jumping over tree trunks during the first national competition
  3. 2012

    First international competition

    Our first international competition. Step by step, we developed in sport and business into Maarsbergen Horse Trials.

    Rider going through the water during the first international competitionRider jumping a reed hedge during the first international competition
  4. 2019

    European Eventing Championships Young Riders and Juniors

    A special milestone! The first European Eventing Championships in the Netherlands.

    Lap of honour of the winning British team at the 2019 European Eventing ChampionshipsAward ceremony of the 2019 European Eventing Championships Young Riders and Juniors
  5. 2020

    Top Sport Training Three-Day Event

    Unfortunately no event during the coronavirus period, but a three-day training event for all Dutch top riders.

    Showjumping during the 2020 Top Sport Training Three-Day EventCross-country through the water during the 2020 Top Sport Training Three-Day Event
  6. 2023

    Dutch Eventing Championships Young Riders and Juniors

    Award ceremony of the 2023 Dutch Eventing Championships JuniorsPodium of the 2023 Dutch Eventing Championships Young Riders
  7. 2024

    Dutch Eventing Championships Young Riders and Juniors

    Dutch champion on horseback at the 2024 Dutch Eventing ChampionshipsAward ceremony of the 2024 Dutch Eventing Championships
  8. 2027

    European Eventing Championships Young Riders and Juniors

    Flags of the participating countries and the FEI at Maarsbergen CastleAerial photo of Maarsbergen Estate with the competition grounds

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