European Championship Para Dressage
The European Para Dressage Championships will take place in Ermelo, the Netherlands, from September 3rd to 7th, 2025. This prestigious event will be held at the National Equestrian Centre. Europe’s best para dressage riders will compete for the European titles, offering a unique opportunity to see these top athletes in action. It promises to be an inspiring and unforgettable championship.
Latest news
Champions crowned in three Grades
The FEI Para Dressage European Championship started today with the individual competition in Grade II, I and III. Germany’s Heidemarie Dresing clinched the gold in Grade II, where Rihards Snikus from Latvia and the home crowd favourite Rixt van der Horst could celebrate in Grade I and III. Read more
EC Para Dressage about to begin
Following Tuesday’s horse inspection, draw and familiarization of the arena by the competitors, the FEI Para Dressage European Championships are about to begin. The championship kicks off on Wednesday with the battle for medals in the individual test in Grades II, I and III (in that order), continuing on Thursday in Grades IV and V. Read more
Europe’s best to battle it out in Ermelo
The stage is set at the National Equestrian Centre in Ermelo (NED) for the FEI Para Dressage European Championship 2025 where on the 3 – 7 September, a grand total of 20 nations and 55 combinations divided over five Grades will be at the Dutch venue to contend for the European titles. Read more
Almost 60 riders from 20 countries
The FEI has announced the definite entries for the Para Dressage European Championships, which will take place from 3 to 7 September at the National Equestrian Centre in Ermelo. A total of 57 riders from 20 countries will compete for the European titles and other medals in the individual competition (grades I to V). Read more
Live audio commentary by Gazeti
Experience the FEI Para Dressage European Championship with our live audio commentary. This initiative, which began as an effort to make the sport more accessible for individuals with visual impairments, has evolved into an invaluable feature for all attendees at the European Championship in Ermelo. All you need is your smartphone and a pair of headphones; the link will seamlessly connect you to Gazeti’s platform, allowing you to follow the commentary from any location in the stands. Read more
Dutch Team for EC Para Dressage announced
Hanneke Gerritsen, head coach of TeamNL Para Dressage, has announced which riders and horses will represent the Netherlands at the Europeans in Ermelo from September 3 till 7. The team consists of Rixt van der Horst with Eisma’s Royal Fonq N.O.P. (Grade III), Britney de Jong with Caramba N.O.P. (Grade V), Loes Cevaal with Happy Hero (Grade II) and Tessa Baaijens-van de Vrie with Happy Grace (Grade III). Read more
First observation of para-dressage riders towards the European Para Dressage Championships in Ermelo
The European Para Dressage Championships will be held at the National Equestrian Center in Ermelo from September 3rd to 7th, 2025. Last weekend, on Saturday, May 31st, the first observation competition was held at the Hertruiters in Hellendoorn for TeamNL national para-dressage coach Hanneke Gerritsen and the para-dressage riders. Read more
Former national coach Joyce van Rooijen – Heuitink about the 2025 European Para Dressage Championships
The 2025 European Para-Dressage Championships are fast approaching. With only four months to go, former national coach Joyce van Rooijen-Heuitink shares her perspective on this special championship, the riders’ preparation, and the importance of holding the European Championships on home soil. Watch the interview
Nederlands Team EK Paradressuur bekend
Hanneke Gerritsen, bondscoach van de TeamNL Paradressuur, heeft bekendgemaakt welke ruiters en paarden Nederland zullen vertegenwoordigen op het EK Paradressuur. Het team bestaat uit Rixt van der Horst met Eisma’s Royal Fonq N.O.P. (Grade III), Britney de Jong met Caramba N.O.P. (Grade V), Loes Cevaal met Happy Hero (Grade II) en Tessa Baaijens-van de Vrie met Happy Grace (Grade III). Lees meer.
National coach looks ahead
TeamNL Para Dressage national coach Hanneke Gerritsen looks ahead to the European Championships this summer. Watch the interview
Tickets on sale now
Tickets are now available. Tickets for Wednesday through Saturday cost €7.50 per day. The finals on Sunday cost €10.00. Please note: tickets are limited. Don’t want to miss this unique dressage spectacle? Order your tickets now! Go to ticketshop
Rixt van der Horst ambassador for the European Para Dressage Championships in Ermelo
None other than Rixt van der Horst, one of the Netherlands’ most successful para-dressage riders, will act as ambassador for this special event Read more