# Al Shira'aa Bundeschampionate 2026 in Warendorf

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bundeschampionaten-equestrian-events-in-warendorf
> Updated: 2026-08-29T08:10:55.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 3.

The Bundeschampionaten in Warendorf continues to serve as a premier showcase for German horse breeding. The event features various equestrian disciplines, including dressage, jumping, and eventing, alongside the German Horse Quality foal auction—a collaborative effort between the Hannoveraner Verband, the Oldenburger Pferdezuchtverband, the Westfälische Pferdestammbuch, and the AG Deutsches Sportpferd.

The 2026 Al Shira'aa Bundeschampionate concluded after six days of competition, drawing approximately 40,000 visitors. The event showcased roughly 930 young horses and ponies through 56 individual tests in dressage, jumping, and eventing. Tournament director Markus Scharmann noted the event was successful despite scheduling challenges following the World Championships in Aachen. Breeding expert Carsten Grill specifically highlighted the “exceptional quality” of the four-year-old horses, particularly the stallions.

In conjunction with the championships, the joint foal auction by the Hannover, Oldenburg, Westfalen, and Deutsches Sportpferd associations saw 24 selected large horse and pony foals sold. Prices averaged 17,938 Euro, with a top price of 37,000 Euro. The event also included a charity auction featuring historical items, such as a print of Hans Günter Winkler’s Halla and a trophy from Winkler’s collection.

## Claims

- The Al Shira'aa Bundeschampionate 2026 features Germany's best young horses in dressage, jumping, and eventing. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Tournament director Markus Scharmann stated that the event objectives were met successfully. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Approximately 40,000 visitors attended the Al Shira'aa Bundeschampionate 2026 in Warendorf. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The event featured 930 young horses and ponies competing in 56 tests across dressage, jumping, and eventing. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Four German warmblood breeding associations are co-hosting an auction for dressage, jumping, and riding pony foals. (single source)
- The professional rider dressage championship is being held for the first time within the event's 30-year history. (single source)
- An exhibition honoring equestrian legend Hans Günter Winkler is on display in the Warendorf town hall until September 6. (single source)
- The Holsteiner Verband is participating in the Warendorf championships with several young stallions. (single source)
- The Hannover, Oldenburg, Westfalen, and Deutsches Sportpferd (DSP) associations held a joint foal auction in Warendorf. (single source)
- The top price at the foal auction was 37,000 Euro. (single source)
- The average price for the 24 selected large horse and pony foals was 17,938 Euro. (single source)
- A charity auction included a print of Hans Günter Winkler's Halla which sold for 1,000 Euro. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: Warendorf hosts Al Shira'aa Bundeschampionate with 40,000 visitors

The Al Shira'aa Bundeschampionate in Warendorf drew 40,000 visitors for six days of equestrian competition and a joint foal auction featuring 24 selected horses.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/warendorf-hosts-al-shiraaa-bundeschampionate-with-40000-visitors

### 2026-08-24: Al Shira'aa Bundeschampionate to showcase German horse breeding in Warendorf

The Al Shira'aa Bundeschampionate will be held in Warendorf from August 25–30, 2026, showcasing elite young German-bred horses in dressage, jumping, and eventing disciplines.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/al-shiraaa-bundeschampionate-features-elite-young-horses-and-major-auction

### 2026-08-22: German breeding associations host high-quality horse auctions

German breeding associations are hosting a high-quality foal auction in Warendorf, while Youhorse. auction launches a new collection of 66 horses for various skill levels and price points.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-breeding-associations-host-high-quality-horse-auctions

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