World Haflinger Breeding and Sports Federation

25+Member organisations

3Working languages

100+Years of breeding history

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WHBSF

A strong umbrella organisation

The WHBSF brings together breeding associations and partner organisations worldwide, creating a strong network dedicated to advancing Haflinger breeding and equestrian sports. The result is an international platform aimed at pooling expertise and setting the course for the future.

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The Haflinger

History, characteristics and uses

Haflingers are known for their versatility, strength of character and good health. They are one of the world's most popular small horse breeds and can be found in almost all equestrian disciplines.

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Breeding

Clear guidelines for a strong future

Breeding comes with great responsibility. The WHBSF lays down frameworks that guarantee quality standards, strengthen breeding organisations and ensure the long-term preservation of the breed's genetic diversity.

5 pillars

Health

Diversity

Character

Performance

Conformation

Globally connected

The WHBSF brings together people, organisations and institutions from all over the world. By means of international cooperation, it fosters professional exchange, supports the harmonisation of breeding and judging standards and accompanies the organisation of breeding and sporting events.

40+Countries

6Continents

25+Member organisations

International network – Globally connected

Haflinger networks

Key focuses

Projects

European Haflinger Championships

25–28 August 2027 | Stadl-Paura, Upper Austria

Stadl-Paura, Upper Austria

Haflinger World Show

Every five years

Rotating international venues

Haflinger Selection Week

Every February

Austria / Italy

World Haflinger Congress

Held annually

Changing venues

All projects

News

The latest from the Federation

News, photos, downloads and our newsletter – all in one place.

Reports

News and events

13-15 August 2026Link to our partner

National Exhibition for Draft Horses and Haflingers of the KVTH

The National Exhibition for Draft Horses and Haflingers of the KVTH will take place at the Green Valley Estate in Deurne (NL) from Thursday 13 August 13 to Saturday 15 August 2026.

June 11, 2026Link to our partner

OHD Haflinger Foal Shows

OHD (Original Haflinger Deutschland) invites you to two foal shows in summer 2026 – on 26 July in Höchstadt an der Aisch and on 8 August in Kirchdorf.

05 March 2026Link to our partner

Out now: the new Haflinger Info!

Hot off the press: the latest edition of "Haflinger Info", issued by the Provincial Federation of South Tyrol Haflinger Horse Breeders – with a prime focus on breeding, sports, and upcoming events

January 31, 2026Breeding