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Reiterhof Kolb is a family-run equestrian centre in Sophienhamm offering riding lessons for children and adults, horse boarding, dressage and jumping training, guided trail rides, and riding badge courses. The facility also produces and sells horse feed on-site.
Pferdezentrum Hof Becker is a comprehensive equestrian centre in Oyten near Bremen, offering riding lessons for children and adults, German Equestrian Federation (FN) certification examinations, and horse boarding services. The facility runs seasonal riding camps, specialist clinics, and a children's pony club, serving both recreational and competitive riders. Operator Heike Becker leads a qualified team that supports riders from beginner level through to competition preparation.
Reit- und Ponyhof Berghof is a family equestrian facility in Gechingen, Baden-Württemberg, operated by Markus Gehring. The farm offers horseback riding lessons, pony rides, children's birthday parties, and horse boarding in a picturesque rural setting. Reservations are accepted by phone only, and the venue features a tent campsite and barbecue area for outdoor events.
Pony & Reiterhof Andresen is a family-run riding and breeding farm located on the island of Amrum in North Friesland, Germany. The yard offers riding lessons (Reitunterricht), guided trail rides (Ausritte), and pony lead rides for younger guests, making it a popular destination for equestrian tourism on the island. The stud operation breeds horses with a track record of competition successes, and horses from the farm are regularly offered for sale. Opening hours are daily in the morning and afternoon, and booking for riding activities is made in person on site.
Hof Bartholdt is a family-run equestrian estate in Gödenstorf, situated in the heart of the Lüneburg Heath in Lower Saxony. The farm offers horse boarding, horse breeding, and riding lessons in a tranquil natural setting ideal for horses and riders alike. The family atmosphere and picturesque heathland location make it a welcoming destination for equestrians in the Hamburg region.
Hof Schulze Niehues is an established equestrian training facility in Warendorf-Freckenhorst, Germany, offering expert riding instruction across dressage, show jumping, and cross-country disciplines. The facility caters to children, youth, and adults at all levels, provides riding badge certifications, and hosts the HSN Indoors equestrian tournament. A digital learning platform extends training opportunities beyond the arena.
Hof Repente is a family-run organic farm in Luhme, Brandenburg, Germany that combines a riding school with animal-health services. Its Hofreitschule teaches classical, baroque horsemanship and trains both horses and riders, while an on-site animal health centre offers physiotherapy and rehabilitation for horses and other animals. The estate also provides holiday accommodation and a farm shop in a rural setting.
Reiterhof Budde in Haltern am See is a family-run equestrian centre offering riding holidays, lessons, group trail rides, and team development programmes. The farm hosts riders of all ages and experience levels, with an emphasis on holistic development of heart, hand, and mind. Team coaching and corporate group programmes complement the traditional riding instruction on offer.
Reitstall Dahlhoff is a family-operated riding stable and horse boarding facility in Kempen, North Rhine-Westphalia, and a member of the German Equestrian Federation (FN). The yard provides boarding with indoor and outdoor boxes, two covered riding halls (20×60 m and 20×40 m), an outdoor arena, and a lunging circle, with hay, haylage, and feed sourced from own fields. Riding instruction is available for leisure, competitive, and western riders at all skill levels.
Reichhart Ranch is a professional Western riding school based in Ottersdorf near Nuremberg, Bavaria, managed by Sabine and Timo Reichhart. The ranch covers the full spectrum of Western riding, offering structured courses for children, beginners, leisure riders, and competitive riders up to international level. Training is conducted by appointment, with a focus on harmonious horsemanship and sound technical foundations. The facility is affiliated with the RC Otter Creek Ranch e.V. equestrian club.
Reit- und Ferienhof Schulz is an FN-certified riding school in Bergen an der Dumme, Lower Saxony, specialising in equestrian holiday camps for children and adults. The farm offers structured riding badge preparation and examinations from FN Reitabzeichen 10 through 8, as well as trail rides and instruction in walk, trot, and canter. Holiday course participants benefit from a fully supervised equestrian programme in a peaceful countryside setting.
Pferdesportanlage Gartner, operated by Kathrin Hentschel, is a comprehensive equestrian center in Hansen near Uelzen, Lower Saxony, offering horse boarding, a riding school with holiday programs, and a carriage-driving school. The facility also facilitates horse sales and hosts events and group activities on its grounds. With multiple disciplines under one roof, it caters to riders and drivers of all experience levels.
Islandpferde HJARTA is an Icelandic horse centre in Schnega, Lower Saxony, run by Sarah Ruppert with a strong emphasis on the horse-human relationship. The centre offers riding instruction, therapeutic equine work, guided trail rides, and a range of equestrian events centred on the unique gaits and temperament of the Icelandic breed. Sessions are designed to foster trust and connection between horse and rider at every level of experience. The peaceful rural setting and small herd create an intimate atmosphere ideal for both learning and leisure.
Reiterhof Lüneburger Heide is a large equestrian center and holiday farm spanning 500,000 square meters in the eastern Lüneburger Heide, with over sixty horses and ponies available for guests. The facility offers riding lessons, dressage and jumping packages, trail trekking through the surrounding heathland, and equestrian vacation programs for children, families, and adults. Accommodation options range from comfortable guest rooms to distinctive Cameroon-style lodges set within the natural landscape.
Eichenhof in Altenebstorf is an equestrian centre and riding school set in the scenic Lüneburg Heath of Lower Saxony, Germany. The facility offers 30 indoor and outdoor stalls, spacious riding arenas, show-jumping grounds, and extensive grazing pastures. Riding lessons are available for all levels, complemented by a charming petting zoo popular with families and children. Boarders enjoy attentive care and ready access to the surrounding countryside for hacking.
Turnier- und Ausbildungsstall Marcel Buchheim is a competition and training stable in Suhlendorf, Lower Saxony. The yard specialises in professional horse training and schooling (Beritt) for sport and leisure horses. It also offers riding instruction and the sale of trained horses. The operation focuses on developing horses to a competitive standard through structured, rider-focused work.
Reiterhof Tramm is a family-run equestrian centre on the Baltic coast at Damp, now in its third generation. The FN-certified riding school offers lessons for all levels on a varied string of school horses, rider-badge (Reitabzeichen) courses and beach rides along the shore. It is especially known for its supervised children's riding holidays. The farm sits in a scenic seaside location combining quality instruction with a holiday setting.
Reitstall Klinke is a Berlin-based riding stable offering riding instruction, pony experiences for children, carriage and cart hire, and a petting zoo. The facility is also available for weddings, corporate events, and children's birthday parties.
Reitschule am Walde is a large riding school near Berlin in Ahrensfelde-Trappenfelde, Brandenburg, serving around 200 students weekly with riding instruction, equine therapy, trail rides, vaulting, and boarding. The school maintains 24 school horses and ponies and is equipped with an indoor arena, roundpen, and extensive outdoor facilities. Riding camps are held throughout spring, summer, and autumn for riders of all ages and levels.
Moorhof Tornesch is a family-run equestrian farm near Hamburg offering riding instruction and equine-assisted education for children and adults. With decades of experience it specialises in therapeutic and pedagogical riding (Reitpädagogik), vaulting and children's riding groups, alongside groundwork and Connected Riding. The farm also provides horse boarding and runs workshops, seminars and kindergarten programmes. Its approach emphasises holistic development through working with horses.
Orbis Alia is an equestrian centre in Gross Vollstedt, Schleswig-Holstein, offering riding lessons and groundwork sessions rooted in a philosophy of friendly, joyful partnership between horse and rider. The facility also provides equine osteopathy, combining classical horsemanship with therapeutic bodywork. Lessons and treatments are delivered by Lioba and Arnulf Jung, who bring a holistic and welfare-centred approach to both sport and rehabilitation work.
Ponyland Arendsee, run by Kristin Schulze, offers pony riding experiences for children from age three in the scenic Arendsee region of Saxony-Anhalt. The programme includes introductory pony sessions for young children aged three to six and guided pony rides to the Arendsee lake. The facility is a family-friendly destination bringing children close to horses and ponies in a safe and nurturing environment.
Islandpferde vom Recknitztal is an Icelandic horse yard in Marlow, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, run by Laura Frölich. Built around a philosophy of light, air and movement, it offers horse boarding, riding instruction and shared-riding arrangements. A particular speciality is equine respiratory and wellness therapy, including a salt chamber, inhalator rentals, light therapy, BEMER treatments and massage rugs. The yard also trains young and problem horses and hosts children's events such as birthday parties and school trips.
Islandpferdehof Bornbach is an Icelandic horse farm and riding school near Bardowick, offering riding instruction, pony group activities, horse boarding, and breeding services. The farm provides trail riding access through more than 30 square kilometers of the Einemhofer Forest, ideal for nature-oriented equestrian experiences. Additional offerings include horse sales and children's birthday events in a relaxed farm setting.
