April 9, 2025 – Peelbergen, The Netherlands
From May 22 to 25, the Peelbergen Equestrian Centre will once again host the Longines EEF Series CSIO3* Regional Qualifier for the West Region—an event that has become a key date on the international jumping calendar.
With entries now open and the schedule published, preparations are underway for what promises to be a busy and competitive week. Alongside the CSIO3*, Peelbergen will also run a CSI1* and CSIYH*, open to all riders. The combination gives professionals and up-and-coming athletes alike a chance to compete at a high level in an international setting.
For CSIO3* riders, the format offers flexibility: they’re able to bring three additional horses in the CSI1* and three young horses in the CSIYH* classes. It’s a practical way to give younger horses experience in a top international setting while still focusing on 3* classes.
“The setup works really well,” says Ken Ruysen, Peelbergen’s Managing Director. “It supports the sport on multiple levels. Riders aiming for Nations Cup points can also work their younger horses, and we give other riders the opportunity to be part of a top-level weekend.”
The National Federations belonging to the LES West Region include Andorra, Belgium, Spain, France, Great Britain, Ireland, Luxembourg and Portugal, all competing for a place in the 2025 Series Final in Avenches, Switzerland. In addition to the regional teams, several invited nations will join the CSIO3*, and an FEI Wild Card team will also be announced in the coming weeks. In the past, teams from Argentina, Australia, the USA, and Canada have competed in Peelbergen, bringing an extra layer of international interest to the event.
Last year in Peelbergen, France topped the podium, while Italy went on to win the Series Final in Warsaw. This year, competition is expected to be just as tight. Teams are selected by their federations and field four riders, with the best three scores counting per round over a two-round Nations Cup format.
The Longines EEF Series is now in its fifth season and continues to focus on development—of riders, horses, and national teams—while still offering serious competition and a clear pathway to top sport. Peelbergen’s leg is consistently one of the strongest in terms of participation and atmosphere.
More updates, including team selections and side events, will follow soon. In the meantime, entries are open for the CSIO3*, CSI1* and CSIYH*, and riders interested in taking part can find the full schedule and entry details here: www.peelbergen.eu/longines-eef-series-peelbergen-2025
More about the Longines EEF Series: www.euroequestrian.eu
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