Friendship Tour 2025

Each of the two venues is a highlight on its own – but together, they create the setting for a truly unforgettable experience. The Friendship Tour brings together the world’s most iconic showground with the picturesque charm of Herford, offering aspiring show jumpers a unique blend of holistic training, exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the World Equestrian Festival, and an international competition atmosphere.

Bexter Hof Open meets CHIO Aachen CAMPUS kicks off with an exclusive day at CHIO Aachen – including a guided course walk at the prestigious Rolex Grand Prix. The program continues with a week of intensive training led by Lars Meyer zu Bexten and Heinrich-Hermann Engemann, former national coach of Germany’s senior show jumping team.The focus goes beyond riding: participants take part in well-founded workshops covering topics such as mental preparation, rider fitness, horse welfare, and seasonal planning.

The week concludes with another highlight – competing in one of the Bexter Hof Open Tours.

Dates: July 6–13, 2025

Locations: Aachen and Herford, Germany

Who can apply: Pony riders, Children, Juniors, Young Riders and U25 from Germany and around the world.

Interested in joining?

Requests for participation can be submitted via the application form (download pdf) to info@lmzb.de. Please note: Places are limited.