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Knokke Hippique 2019: Four weeks of equestrian glamour and top sport in Benelux's most exclusive coastal town

Saturday, 11 May 2019
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From the 19th of June to the 14th of July, Knokke Hippique will bring the equestrian world’s glamour to the most exclusive coastal town of the Benelux. At cycling distance from the beach and the famous Lippenslaan, the stars of showjumping will be competing for a massive € 1.825.000 in prize money during the four weeks of Knokke Hippique – the most beautiful event of the summer season. 

The sporting highlight of Knokke Hippique will be the Rolex Grand Prix on Sunday the 30th of June, which this year will be worth € 500.000 – bringing the best horses and riders in the world together to battle it out for victory in one of the most prestigious competitions in the showjumping calendar.

With a total of 30 world ranking classes on the program, there will be top level sport throughout the four weeks of competition. At the same time, riders will have the opportunity to develop their younger horses in the age categories from five to seven as well as coaching their students. 

The sport program for Knokke Hippique 2019

Knokke Hippique kicks off on June 19th, with the following program: 


Week 1: Summer Circuit

19/06/2019 - 23/06/2019
CSI3* Top Series, CSI2* Super Cup, CSI1* Prestige League, CSIYH Future Stars 5, 6 and 7-year-olds
Six world ranking classes
Total prize money: € 275.000


Week 2: CSI5*

27/06/2019 - 30/06/2019
CSI5* Knokke Hippique, CSI3* Top Series, CSI2* Super Cup, CSI1* Prestige League, 
CSIYH Future Stars 6 and 7-year-olds
Twelve world ranking classes
€ 500.000 Rolex Grand Prix
Total prize money: € 1.000.000


Week 3: Summer Circuit

03/07/2019 - 07/07/2019
CSI3* Top Series, CSI2* Super Cup, CSI1* Prestige League, CSIYH Future Stars 5, 6 and 7-year-olds
Six world ranking classes
Total prize money: € 275.000


Week 4: Summer Circuit

10/07/2019 - 14/07/ 2019
CSI3* Top Series, CSI2* Super Cup, CSI1* Prestige League, CSIYH Future Stars 5, 6 and 7-year-olds
Six world ranking classes
Total prize money: € 275.000


New for this year's edition of Knokke Hippique is an additional week of competition. The additional first week provides the riders with the perfect opportunity to get ready for the following five-star week, where the prize money for the Rolex Grand Prix has been increased considerably with another € 200.000 making it worth € 500.000. The additional week will also contribute to a more spread participation during the event, creating shorter competitions of the highest quality with a limit on the number of horse-and-rider combinations in each class. Course designer for the five-star competitions is mastermind Uliano Vezzani, while other world-class names building during Knokke Hippique include Frank Rothenberger and Gérard Lachat.  

The FEI approved schedule for Knokke Hippique can be found via this link.

The full program can be discovered below as well as via this link.

For the Riders Presentation, click here.

Be part of it and book your summer with us! 
📩 info@knokkehippique.com

An extraordinary experience

Besides top sport, Knokke Hippique also offers competitors, guest and spectators gastronomic experiences, a lifestyle village as well as a whole array of entertainment and performances with international artists. True to tradition, it will be spectacular.

As always, spectators will enjoy fantastic views over the main ring Zoute Plage from the elevated bar area which allow visitors to take a seat and enjoy a drink while watching top level sport and entertainment. Entrance at Knokke Hippique is as always free of charge.

During the Knokke Hippique five-star week, there will be DJs and parties Thursday the 27th of June, Friday the 28th of June and Saturday the 29th of June at the Stephex Club. For the three weeks of the Summer Circuit, the Top Series Saturday Grand Prix under the lights will be accompanied by extravagant entertainment as well as following after-parties at the Stephex Club.

Each Friday of the Summer Circuit, the 21st of June, 5th of July and 12th of July, there will be a BBQ at the new Knokke Hippique Beach Bar in the Lifestyle Village. 

For the smallest equestrian fans, Knokke Hippique will on the 30th of June host a Kids Day – with pony riding, jumping castles and lots of activities for the children. 

Breathtaking and classy, yet relaxed

The holiday atmosphere and the premium surroundings make Knokke Hippique a breathtaking and classy, yet relaxed, event. Knokke Hippique gives the opportunity to spend a few weeks of the summer together with business contacts, clients, employees, family and friends in the most exclusive way.

For our elegant VIP experiences, please contact us – we have a few availabilities left. 

La Reserve is the official hotel of Knokke Hippique. Hotel La Reserve is across the road from the Casino in Knokke and the beachside boulevard. It features extensive spa facilities, two restaurants and large design suites. Visit their website here. 

For guests that would like assistance with exclusive packages including hotel bookings, transport and golf-car hire Knokke Hippique also has staff that can accommodate for your wishes.

We look forward to welcome you to Knokke Hippique!



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