World-class equestrian sport nearby: 2026 highlights at Riesenbeck International

For us in Brochterbeck, equestrian sport is inseparable from the region. Just a stone's throw away, at the Surenburg in Riesenbeck, the world elite of equestrian sport gathers again in 2026 – from international show-jumping competitions and the Global Champions Tour to regional highlights for breeders and pony fans.

Spring season: from ponies to the pros

• 6–8 March 2026: Riesenbeck Pony Show
• 17–18 March 2026: Late Entry (show jumping)
• 25–29 March 2026: CSI** international show-jumping tournament
• 14–15 April 2026: Late Entry (show jumping)

May and June: heading outdoors

• 6–10 May 2026: CSI** international show-jumping tournament
• 2–3 June 2026: Late Entry (show jumping)
• 27 June 2026: Riesenbeck Foal Show

Summer highlight: Longines Global Champions Tour

16–19 July 2026: Longines Global Champions Tour & Global Champions League. When the "Formula 1 of equestrian sport" comes to Riesenbeck, the whole world looks to our neighbouring municipality – Olympic and world champions up close, plus a large exhibitor village and food stalls. Tip: secure grandstand tickets early.

Late summer & outlook

15–22 August 2026: Longines World Equestrian Academy Summer Camp. For October to December, further CSI** tournaments and the popular Riesenbeck Advent tournament are traditionally expected.

Why a visit is worth it

Riesenbeck International offers top-class sport in a beautiful setting at the Surenburg. Many of the smaller tournaments (e.g. the Late-Entry dates) offer free or very cheap admission – ideal for dropping by for a bratwurst and world-class sport.

🏇 Good to know: the equestrian venue at the Surenburg (Riesenbeck International) is just about a 15-minute drive (around 12 km) from our holiday apartment in Brochterbeck – a perfect, spur-of-the-moment day trip for equestrian fans.