# Equestrian competitions in Germany

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/20260913-equestrian-competitions-in-germany
> Updated: 2026-09-13T21:36:34.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Equestrian competitions are being held across various locations in Germany. In early September, events included youth-focused Western riding tournaments in Büchenbach-Ottersdorf and large-scale international competitions in Münster featuring riders such as Ingrid Klimke and Markus Ehning. The Münster event drew attention due to protests from animal welfare organizations and criticism regarding its sponsor, Al Shira’aa, related to human rights concerns in the United Arab Emirates.

By mid-September, international eventing competitions took place at Hof Münkel in Langenhagen. The autumn event saw over 350 horses competing in multiple categories, including CCI3*-S and CCI2*-S levels, with notable victories by riders such as Calvin Böckmann, Vanessa Bölting, Antonia von Baath, and Julia Krajewski.

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### 2026-09-13: Hof Münkel hosts international eventing competitions

Over 350 horses competed in international eventing trials at Hof Münkel, with Calvin Böckmann and Vanessa Bölting securing key victories in the CCI3*-S category.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hof-mnkel-hosts-international-eventing-competitions

### 2026-09-03: Equestrian tournaments held in Büchenbach-Ottersdorf and Münster

Equestrian events in Germany include a youth Western riding tournament in Büchenbach-Ottersdorf and a major international competition in Münster facing sponsorship and animal welfare protests.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/equestrian-tournaments-held-in-bchenbach-ottersdorf-and-mnster

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Cite as: Equestrian competitions in Germany. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/20260913-equestrian-competitions-in-germany