The Luxembourg show jumping event Réiser Päerdsdeeg will not host an international edition in 2026. The organizers have announced a sabbatical year, aimed at strengthening the event in the long term. The familiar CSI3*, which annually attracts many Belgian, German, and other international riders, is targeting a return in 2027 following significant investments on and around the venue.
A deliberate pause with the future in mind
During a press briefing in Luxembourg, the organizers explained why the 33rd edition will take place in 2027 rather than 2026. The venue in Herschesfeld, in the municipality of Roeser, is set to undergo a thorough redevelopment, deemed necessary due to recurring issues with waterlogging during the summer months.
In particular, the area used for stabling and parking horse trucks has proven vulnerable in recent years during heavy rainfall. This zone will be completely redesigned to ensure optimal conditions for the horses in the future. In addition, the slope of the main arena will be adjusted, which will not only improve water management but also simplify the practical installation of infrastructure around the ring.
A CSI3* with the stature of a larger event
Over recent decades, Réiser Päerdsdeeg has grown into a fixture on the international calendar. Although officially a CSI3*, riders often describe the show as an event with “the feel of something bigger.” Its family atmosphere, compact yet high-quality sport, and loyal following make it particularly popular, including with Dutch riders who consistently include the show in their summer schedules.
In the past, Réiser Päerdsdeeg was also part of the EEF Series, further underlining its sporting importance and international profile. It is precisely this reputation that the organizers are determined to uphold in the future, hence the decision to take a step back now.
National sport in 2026 remains assured
Although there will be no international edition in 2026, the venue will not remain unused. The Cercle Équestre de Luxembourg is planning two national competition weekends in June: one aimed at young and novice riders, and a second weekend up to S-level. In this way, the sport remains locally rooted and active, while work continues behind the scenes on the next international edition.
With the planned investments, the organizers aim to safeguard the future of Réiser Päerdsdeeg for decades to come. Once the final plans are completed, they hope to secure the necessary support and permits from the relevant authorities, allowing the event to return in 2027 in a renewed and more sustainable form.
