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Riding schools

Lessons, instruction and schooling — find a yard to learn the ropes or bring a horse on.

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Hof Fuhrenkamp - Ponyschule

Hollenstedt-Staersbeck, Germany

Hof Fuhrenkamp is an FN-certified pony school and breeding farm near Hollenstedt, south of Hamburg, offering children aged six and above guided experiences with friendly ponies including riding lessons, grooming, and holiday programmes. The facility runs a stallion station featuring the dressage stallion New Classico and offers professional dressage and jumping instruction for all levels. Birthday celebrations, holiday camps, and pony sales round out an extensive offering at this picturesque farm operated by Spa Vivent Vertriebs GmbH.

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Ponyhof Lukka

Espelkamp, Germany

Ponyhof Lukka is an equestrian facility in Espelkamp, North Rhine-Westphalia, run by certified riding pedagogue Anne-Kathrin Sundermeier. The centre offers riding instruction for all ages in individual and group formats, alongside therapeutic and pedagogical riding therapy. Horse boarding is available on site, and parent-child riding courses are a popular feature. Anne-Kathrin holds qualifications from the IPZV and the Swiss Group for Therapeutic Riding.

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Hof Bettenrode - Philipp Hess

Gleichen, Germany

Hof Bettenrode is a premier dressage facility in Gleichen near Göttingen, Germany, led by professional trainer Philipp Hess. The stable specialises in dressage training up to Grand Prix level, young horse development, and riding instruction for both competitive and recreational equestrians. Full board services are available alongside a riding school programme, and horses for sale are regularly presented. The yard combines modern facilities — including covered indoor halls and outdoor arenas — with a strong emphasis on correct horsemanship and animal welfare.

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Reitanlage Hellwig & Matthes eGbR - Reitsport Hellwig

Pegestorf, Germany

Reitanlage Hellwig & Matthes eGbR is an equestrian facility in Pegestorf offering riding instruction, professional horse boarding, and training based on the Ecole de Légèreté philosophy. The centre also runs horsemanship and agility programmes for horse-owner teams at all levels.

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Reithalle Wittingen

Wittingen, Germany

RFV Wittingen e.V. is a registered equestrian sports association in Wittingen, Lower Saxony, Germany, operating a full equestrian centre with indoor and outdoor riding facilities. The club offers riding lessons, vaulting, youth programmes, leisure rides, and fox hunting events for members and guests. It is officially registered at Amtsgericht Hildesheim.

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American Training Stable

Elmenhorst-Fischbek, Germany

American Training Stable, led by Tom Klein in Elmenhorst near Hamburg, has been offering western riding instruction and horse training since 1981. The facility provides lessons for all levels, horse breeding, boarding, and horses for sale. With decades of experience in the American western riding tradition, it is a well-established equestrian school in the Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein region.

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Westernreiten Lucille Hirschfeld

Schönwalde-Glien-Pausin, Germany

Westernreiten Lucille Hirschfeld is a western riding and horse-training service based in Schönwalde-Glien near Berlin, offering coaching in Reining, Western Horsemanship, and young-horse development. The focus is on health-oriented, partnership-based training tailored to each horse-and-rider combination, with additional services including mounted-seat coaching, muscle-building gymnastic work, and equimag magnetic-blanket therapy for recovery and rehabilitation. Online riding lessons are also available for clients without a local trainer, making the service accessible nationwide. The operation also stands a stallion for breeding inquiries.

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Gut Backhausenhof Hansen

Burgdorf, Germany

Gut Backhausenhof Hansen is a multifaceted equestrian facility and farm located in Burgdorf near Hanover, run by Jana Hansen and the Hansen GbR. The farm offers horse boarding and rehabilitation, riding instruction for adults and children including a pony school, and horse-assisted therapy and coaching. A calm, nature-oriented environment is central to the operation, making it a valued destination for horse owners seeking individualised care away from competitive pressure. Horse-assisted pedagogical programs and equine-assisted team coaching round out a comprehensive offering.

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Pink Ponyhof - AvT Westerntraining & Reha

Hamm, Germany

Pink Ponyhof — AvT Westerntraining & Reha is a Western riding stable in Hamm, Germany, operated by Trainer B-licensed instructor Alexandra von Tresckow, who has been passionate about horses since early childhood. The facility offers boarding, riding instruction, professional horse training (Beritt), and equine rehabilitation programs combining Western Horsemanship principles with modern therapeutic methods. Services include BEMER therapy and salt therapy (Soletherapie) alongside traditional Western riding lessons emphasizing refined aids and a balanced seat. School horses are available for lessons, and riders of all experience levels are welcome.

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JP Westerntraining

Geeste, Germany

JP Westerntraining is a western riding school and training facility run by EWU-certified trainer Jennifer Pool, located in Dalum in the Emsland region of Lower Saxony. The facility specialises in western riding instruction for riders of all skill levels, offering structured lessons and training sessions in the western equestrian tradition. Jennifer Pool holds a professional EWU Trainer C qualification, ensuring instruction meets recognised standards. The school welcomes both beginners discovering western riding and experienced riders looking to develop their skills further.

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Reitzentrum Anette Christen

Flieden-Höf und Haid, Germany

Reitzentrum Anette Christen, operating as AllstarRanch, is an equestrian training centre set on 80,000 sqm of pastureland in Flieden between the Vogelsberg, Rhön, and Spessart regions of Hesse. Led by FN/EWU-certified Trainer B Anette Christen, the facility offers riding instruction in both English and Western disciplines as well as riding holidays. The scenic rural location provides an inspiring environment for riders of all experience levels.

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Paint & Quarter Horses Büttgerwald Westernreiten

Willich-Schiefbahn, Germany

Paint & Quarter Horses Büttgerwald Westernreiten is a western equestrian operation based in Willich-Schiefbahn, North Rhine-Westphalia. The facility specialises in Paint and Quarter Horse breeding and sales, offering horses of various ages from foals through to trained competition horses. Western riding instruction and training services are also available for riders of all levels.

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Ponyzeit-Hameln

Hameln-Halvestorf OT Bannensiek-Bannensiek, Germany

Ponyzeit-Hameln is a children's riding school near Hameln, offering structured equestrian programmes for young riders from kindergarten age upwards. The Hippolini course series provides playful, age-appropriate riding instruction across three skill levels for primary school children, while the Miniclub caters to the youngest learners. Birthday party packages with ponies are also available, making the yard a popular destination for children's celebrations. Courses are held at Riekeweg 4 in Hameln.

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JFK Westernreiten

Oberzent, Germany

JFK Westernreiten offers personalised western riding instruction and horse training in Oberzent, Hesse, catering to riders of all experience levels from beginners to competitors. Run by instructor Jutta Kramer, the facility tailors its coaching to each horse-and-rider pair, focussing on harmonious, low-stress horsemanship and practical western riding skills. Clients can pursue trail riding, individual lessons, or preparation for regional western riding competitions.

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Westernreiterhof Zetel - Little Pig-Bridge Ranch

Zetel-Klein Schweinebrück, Germany

The Westernreiterhof Zetel – Little Pig-Bridge Ranch is the sole western riding centre in southern Friesland, located in Klein Schweinebrück near Zetel, Lower Saxony. The ranch specialises in traditional cowboy horsemanship disciplines including Trail, Horsemanship, Pleasure, and Reining, offering structured western riding instruction for hobby riders and competition-oriented students alike. The team teaches harmonious partnership between horse and rider through classical western principles. Both beginners and experienced riders are welcome across the various training programmes offered year-round.

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Landgut Papenhausen

Bad Salzuflen-Papenhausen, Germany

Landgut Papenhausen is an equestrian centre and riding school in Bad Salzuflen, Germany, operated by Tanja Wickenkamp with over 30 years of experience. The facility offers riding holidays, dressage instruction from beginner to Grand Prix level, working equitation clinics, and equestrian certification courses. It is noted for its inclusive approach, welcoming riders with physical and cognitive disabilities.

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Reit- und Ferienhof Dahrendorf

Dähre-Dahrendorf, Germany

Reit- und Ferienhof Dahrendorf is a traditional half-timbered equestrian farm in the Altmark region offering riding lessons, guided trail rides, and a wandering-ride station for travelling riders. The farm provides instruction on well-trained school horses as well as coaching for guests bringing their own horses. Courses in dressage and leisure riding are held throughout the year in a peaceful countryside setting.

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Pferdesportanlage Gärtner Inh. Kathrin Hentschel

Uelzen-Hansen, Germany

Pferdesportanlage Gärtner is a family-run equestrian facility near Uelzen in Lower Saxony, Germany, with traditions rooted in 1776. The yard offers comprehensive horse boarding, riding instruction for all levels, a driving school (Fahrschule), riding holiday camps, training clinics, and organised carriage rides. Qualified instructors cater to children and adults alike, and the facility hosts regular competitions and events throughout the year. Horse sales and a full range of equestrian sporting activities make this a versatile destination for riders and horse enthusiasts.

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Pferdehof Danehl

Rodewald, Germany

Pferdehof Danehl is a small horse farm in Rodewald near Nienburg (Weser) offering riding instruction for children and adults, equine therapy, and riding pedagogy. The farm provides specialist courses including forest rides, pony programmes, and sunset rides, as well as horse training and private horse boarding. Owners Karin and Anna Danehl bring certified training and equestrian pedagogy qualifications to all their services.

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Reit- und Voltigierverein Bad Oeynhausen e.V.

Bad Oeynhausen, Germany

Reit- und Voltigierverein Bad Oeynhausen e.V. is an equestrian and vaulting club set in the natural surroundings of Bad Oeynhausen. The club offers riding instruction and vaulting programmes for all ages, including pony sessions for young children and beginner-friendly courses. Members benefit from horse boarding, tournament hosting, and stable rental facilities within a welcoming community environment.

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Dream Ranch

Bovenden, Germany

Dream Ranch is a Western and leisure riding centre based in Billingshausen, Lower Saxony, Germany, operated by Oliver Westphal-Pabst and Ramona Westphal. The facility offers riding lessons for children and adults across all disciplines of Western riding, from beginner through to competition level. Guests can also book trail rides, children's riding school programmes, and holiday accommodation on site. The team holds professional DOSB training licences and is committed to a natural, horse-centred approach.

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Vorndran Western Horses

Bad Neustadt an der Saale-Brendlorenzen, Germany

Vorndran Western Horses is a specialist western horsemanship facility in Bad Neustadt an der Saale, Franconia, offering riding instruction and professional horse training in western disciplines. The yard focuses on groundwork, reining techniques, and practical skills such as trailer loading training, catering to riders from beginner to advanced level. Operated by Erwin Vorndran, the facility runs afternoon sessions Monday through Friday and welcomes riders looking to develop western riding skills.

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Pferdehof Heisterholz

Burgwedel-Großburgwedel, Germany

Pferdehof Heisterholz is a family-run equestrian facility in Burgwedel, near Hannover, specialising in species-appropriate horse boarding with ample turnout and natural social interaction for the animals. The farm provides riding instruction for riders of all levels alongside its boarding operations, making it a comprehensive yard for horse owners and aspiring riders alike. Pferdehof Heisterholz also operates a breeding programme and offers riding partnerships for those seeking regular equestrian engagement without full horse ownership.

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Reitschule Sachsenwald

Aumühle, Germany

Reitschule Sachsenwald is a family-run riding school in Aumühle, nestled within the scenic Sachsenwald forest near Hamburg. Operated by second-generation equestrians Jan-Hendrik Biß and Lisa Biß, the school delivers structured lessons for all levels with a strong emphasis on correct horsemanship and classical training principles. The yard is in high demand and operates on a waitlist basis, ensuring personalised, attentive instruction for every rider.

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