The 2021 Equestrian Events in France

Because of the worldwide pandemic linked to the new Coronavirus, the world of sport sees its calendar upset. However, major equestrian events in 2021 France will be on the agenda.
From local equestrian shows to the biggest world equestrian competitions, let's see together what are the appointments not to be missed on the French territory as far as the world of equestrianism is concerned!

Summary:

1. Equestrian events 2021 France: which events and fairs?
2. Which national equestrian competitions in 2021?
3. Equestrian events 2021 France: which international competitions?

Equestrian events 2021 France: which events and fairs?

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The most important French international trade shows

Horse shows that are recognized all over the world are sometimes held in France. Even in these uncertain times for the various cultural and leisure programs, several events with international scope should take place in France.
This is the case of the famous Cheval Passion show in Avignon. This time again, it will bring together more than 250 exhibitors from all over the world. Its dates have been pushed back from January to May: from the 12th to the 16th.
Later in the season, the Longines Equita Lyon show will open its doors from 27 to 31 October 2021.

Which national equestrian competitions in 2021?

Two of the most important equestrian events in 2021 France are maintained in the coming months: the Master Pro and the Generali Open de France. There will also be a new and highly anticipated event: the very first Criterium de France!

Equestrian events in France 2021: major competitions

Like every year, the Master Pro de Marnes-la-Coquette will take place in spring and more precisely from Thursday April 22nd to Sunday April 25th!
View the calendar of competitions and events taking place at the Haras de Jardy here.
Counting for the French Equestrian Championships, the Master Pro is one of the most important events for all riders in France.
A few months later, the Generali Open de France 2021 will take place between July 10 and 31! On the program, 3 weeks of equestrian competitions that make it one of the best equestrian rdv 2021 France.

The 1st criterium of France in 2021

Planned for all divisions of riders, the Criterium de France was supposed to put the pleasure of riding at the center of the game at the end of the year 2020. Cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it has been postponed to 2021 at a date still unknown. However, all indications are that the dates would remain substantially close to those originally planned: October 21 to 25.
Leaving the field free for amateur and professional levels, this 1st criterium of France in the history of horse riding will be the opportunity to make a new start in the discipline, as Serge Lecomte, President of the FFE, mentioned last September.

Equestrian events 2021 France: which international competitions?

The biggest international competitions have been held in France for many years. This tradition will not change in the coming year as several major equestrian events in 2021 France are still on the program.

Rare international competitions

The races and competitions organized by the International Equestrian Federation will be rarer in France by 2021. But there will still be 2 that will count.
The first one will take place at the Azur Cheval space in Villeneuve-Loubet from February 10th to 14th. You will have the opportunity to see show jumping events of various levels.
The second race, more famous, will be one of the most famous equestrian events in 2021 France. At the Haras de Jardy, dressage and show jumping will be in the spotlight from July 15 to 18. Do not hesitate to contact the Haras de Jardy for more information by phone at 01.47.01.35.30.

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Equestrian events 2021 France: the Jumping Nations Cup

The year 2021 will be marked by the passage of the famous Longines Jumping Nations Cup on French soil twice.
The first time, it will take place in Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, from May 6 to 9, 2021.
Then, the cup that pits the world's best nations against each other will return a week later at the Jumping International de La Baule. From May 13 to 16, you will be able to watch the show jumping of hand-picked riders from the world's greatest equestrian nations, including Germany and Australia!

3 questions that sum up the equestrian events in France in 2021

Which equestrian shows will be present in 2021 in France?

Two equine events will take place in France in 2021: the Salon du Cheval in Angers and the Salon du Cheval in Paris-Nord Villepinte.

What will be the major French equestrian competitions in 2021?

The Master Pro de Marnes-la-Coquette, which counts for the French Championships, and the Generali Open de France, will be the two major equestrian competitions of 2021.

When does the 1st French Equestrian Criterium start?

Cancelled in 2020, the first ever French Equestrian Criterium will be held for the first time in October 2021.