Meet the 2021 European Haflinger Champions!
30/08/2021 – With the 2021 European Haflinger Championship all wrapped up, we’re now left with countless unforgettable impressions and emotions: From the Parade of the Nations all the way to the closing ceremony, those four intense tournament days are sure to accompany both our participants and the audience for quite some time to come.
A total of 24 Championship titles have successfully been awarded, and to say it with the words of WHBSF President Lukas Scheiber, the key is to bring breeding and sports together: “The breeders are immensely proud of the equestrian athletes, who showcased their horses in such a marvellous way.”
A whopping 278 horses from 12 different countries competing a total of 330 times for all but 23 Championship titles – and all of it broadcast out into the entire world via live-stream, with magnificent pictures of a breed whose versatility remains practically unrivalled.
This year’s edition was the seventh European Haflinger Championship, and it was the fourth time the tournament took place at the Stadl-Paura Equestrian Centre in Austria. A tried-and-tested venue: Not least thanks to its top-level logistics and a well-rehearsed team with Johannes Mayrhofer at the helm, the organisational processes ran seamlessly throughout the entire event. In the run-up to the tournament, WHBSF President Lukas Scheiber and Secretary Michael Gruber, too, had put in a great deal of preparation. And on-site, it was up to Coordinator-In-Chief Roland Morat to ensure that everything ran smoothly and on schedule, while Walter Oberhofer, with the assistance of Luca Marini, provided a cheerful commentary as Master of Ceremonies.
All in all, it was a major celebration for the Haflinger community around the world – finally an opportunity to meet again, exchange ideas, compete and put on the grand stage the one thing that unites us: our great passion for the Haflinger breed.
Since the last edition, the skill sets and standards among riders, drivers and horses alike have increased remarkably, and the judges were noticeably impressed. The overall profile of the event has also gone up significantly – a development made especially evident by the fact that only FEI judges and stewards were on duty this time round.
For the medal table and a picture gallery, have a look below. And for a detailed report on the EUCH, make sure to check out the media!
Photo: TEAM myrtill
Medal winners Medal table Picture gallery
Results:
DRESSAGE: 4-year-olds / 5-year-olds / adult horses / advanced class
SHOW JUMPING: young horses / adult horses
EVENTING: young horses / adult horses
DRIVING: 4-5-year-olds / 6-year-olds / adult h. singles / adult h. pairs
TRAIL: young horses / adult horses
WESTERN PLEASURE: young horses / adult horses
HORSEMANSHIP: young horses / adult horses
RANCH RIDING: young horses / adult horses
REINING: young horses / adult horses
MOUNTAIN TRAIL: adult horses
Partnerships for the Championship titles
Calling all sponsors and partners: acceptance form
Partnerships for the Championship titles are in high demand; they are especially popular among breeders, serving as an international showcase that affords a great deal of visibility, and sometimes simply because a particular breeder might have a special connection to a specific Championship discipline. Thank you for promoting the equestrian sport and our young athletes!
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| Driving Adult horses – singles | Driving Adult horses – pairs | Trail Adult horses | Mountain Trail Adult horses |
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| Western Pleasure Young horses | Western Pleasure Adult horses | Horsemanship Adult horses | Ranch Riding Adult horses |
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2021 EUCH – FAQ
Updates
- Horse trailers and caravans please head for car parking ZONE 2.
- The registration is open on Tuesday 24/08 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
- The record of attendance must be completely filled in, signed and handed in at the entrance.
- The sound check for the Freestyle Dressage tests is scheduled for Wednesday 25/08 immediately after the Parade of the Nations.
Detailed schedule
- The updated event schedule (updated 18/08/2021) is available for download (subject to change).
Some figures
- 330 starts with 278 horses and 252 athletes from 12 different countries.
Visitors' registration
- Visitors are now able to register!
Online registrations are open for anyone planning a visit to Stadl Paura during the Championship. Furthermore, everyone (including the participants) accessing the venue needs to download, sign and fill in the Record of attendance to receive a wristband granting admission.
Competitions
- Where can I find the patterns of the Western disciplines?
The EUCH 2021 updated patternbook is available for download.
Measures to protect both humans and animals
- What rules and regulations are in place to protect against Coronavirus infections?
The main rule in place in the host country, Austria, currently also applies to the European Haflinger Championship: All participants and visitors must be fully vaccinated, provide a negative test result or be fully recovered. At the entrance to the event venue, all participants and visitors will be registered and will receive a ribbon for identification.
- What vaccinations do the horses need?
All horses must be vaccinated against equine influenza; the applicable immunisation schedules are outlined in the table below. Vaccinations against tetanus and equine herpes virus are also recommended.
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- What rules and regulations are in place to protect against equine herpes virus infections (EHV)?
Vaccinations to protect against infections with the equine herpes virus (EHV) are not compulsory; however, each horse’s temperature will be checked by a veterinarian/steward upon entering. Caretakers must also take each horse’s temperature on a daily basis and record the readings on a piece of paper outside the box stall.
Arrival and accommodation
- When should the participants and horses arrive?
The earliest possible date for entering the tournament venue is 24 August 2021. Those wishing to arrive earlier than that are advised to look for accommodation near the Stadl-Paura Equestrian Centre. Contact:
SRC Lamprechtshausen
Stadlerseestraße 4
A-5112 Lamprechtshausen
Thomas Kreidl
sport(at)horsedeluxe.at
+43 (0) 664/4913717
Price per night including hay: € 30,00
- What are the procedures for the horses’ admission and accommodation?
At the entrance, the registration data of the participants and any accompanying persons will be checked, the horse passports will be collected and all horses will be examined by a veterinarian. After that, each horse will be assigned a box stall.
- Are caravans and camper vans allowed?
It is possible to park camper vans on the grounds of the tournament venue. Electricity and water are available, and the sanitary facilities (toilet and shower) can be used for the price of EUR 20. Cooking with gas is permitted. Open fires, however, are strictly forbidden.
- Is there any food or catering on-site?
An on-site catering service organised by the host will provide inexpensive breakfast, lunch and dinner options.
Volunteers
- I would like to help out at the 2021 European Haflinger Championship. Where can I apply?
Volunteers are always very welcome at the Championship! Every year, they are a key part of the EUCH team. All volunteers will be equipped with a vest-and-cap uniform by the organisers and will of course receive free access to catering. Their help is greatly appreciated, and the atmosphere at the European Haflinger Championship is absolutely unforgettable! Interested? Get in touch at office(at)haflinger-world.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
Subject to change. Last updated: 18 August 2021
EUHC regulations for admission: requirements lowered slightly
18/01/2021 – With preparations for the 2021 European Haflinger Championship in full swing, some places have already started holding qualification rounds. Due to Covid-related training deficits, some requirements have now been softened slightly – especially in the eventing discipline.
EUHC regulations for admission: Click here for the latest version (18 January 2021)
2021 European Haflinger Championship
27/02/2020 – The EUCH takes place every three years. The last edition, held in 2018 in the Austrian town of Stadl Paura, saw 329 Haflingers and 399 horse fans from 12 countries take part in a total of 12 disciplines. And the next one is just around the corner: From 25 to 28 August 2021 at the Stadl-Paura Equestrian Sports Centre, it's curtains up for our sporty Haflingers and athletes from all over Europe!
2003 Stadl Paura (A), 2006 Munich Riem (D), 2009 Merano/Meran (I), 2012 Stadl Paura (A), 2015 Vermezzo Milan (I), 2018 Stadl Paura (A), 2021 Stadl Paura (A)
The success of the European Haflinger Championship has managed to top even the most optimistic expectations of initiator Roland Spitzer. He was the first to talk about the idea of an international Haflinger sports contest. Today, the World Haflinger Breeding and Sports Federation (WHBSF) has taken on the organisation in order to fully secure the future of the initiative.
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