CSI Apropos Pferd
Arena Nova
Highlights
3* World Ranking Classes
Three world ranking show jumping classes sit at the centre of the CSI3*, pulling in riders and horses from the international circuit. If you want to watch course jumping at that level from the stands, this is the place.
Since 1992
Apropos Pferd has been running since 1992 and has grown into one of the biggest equestrian events in the German-speaking world. What started as a smaller tournament has become a fixture on the calendar over three decades.
Barrier-Free Venue
The Arena Nova is fully accessible, with wheelchair ramps, lifts, and barrier-free restrooms throughout. If you rely on that infrastructure, you can attend without worrying about access.
Western & Stunt Show
Alongside the competition, an international show programme runs for around an hour, featuring Western riding and stunt performances. It gives you something to watch beyond the jumping classes.
What is CSI Apropos Pferd?
The Apropos Pferd is an international equestrian tournament combined with a trade fair, held from 1 to 4 October 2026 at the Arena Nova in Wiener Neustadt, Lower Austria. Founded in 1992, it has grown into one of the largest events of its kind in the German-speaking world and is part of the CSI Apropos Pferd series. The programme brings together a CSI 3 Show Jumping tournament with world ranking classes, an international CDI 3 Dressage & Classical competition, indoor Eventing, and western competitions – all at the Arena Nova in a single four-day October event. Alongside the sport, trade exhibitors cover the full spectrum of the horse world, from veterinary services to breeding and equipment. Tickets are available through the official website, and the event draws riders and visitors from across Europe.
CSI Apropos Pferd at a Glance
What do you need to know beforehand?
What happens at CSI Apropos Pferd?
The Apropos Pferd 2026 runs four days, Thursday through Sunday, with doors opening at nine each morning and a programme that combines international competition, live shows, and trade fair activity. At the core of the sport programme is the CSI 3 show jumping tournament, which includes three world ranking classes and the Großen Preis des Sportlandes Niederösterreich. The international CDI 3 dressage tournament runs alongside, and indoor eventing rounds out the FEI competition calendar. The western tournament returns in 2026 with Ranch Trail, Ranch Pleasure, and Ranch Riding – and for the first time, an additional western class will be held in the main arena. The small riding arena hosts the Rahmenprogramm, with demonstrations covering gaited riding, leisure riding, and handling techniques. Daily talks – some with horses present – address topics such as training methods, physiotherapy, osteopathy, and horse nutrition.
Where does CSI Apropos Pferd take place?
The Apropos Pferd 2026 takes place at the Arena Nova in Wiener Neustadt, Lower Austria. The venue is a multi-purpose exhibition centre with four halls and a large outdoor area, allowing competition, show, and trade fair activity to run across multiple spaces at the same time. Wiener Neustadt sits roughly 50 kilometres south of Vienna at the edge of the Vienna Basin, with good road and rail connections from Vienna and the wider eastern part of Austria.
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Arriving by car, take the A2 Südautobahn to the Wiener Neustadt Süd exit and follow the signs to the fairground. By train, Wiener Neustadt Hauptbahnhof is well connected; from there it's about a 15-minute walk or a short ride on bus lines 1, 2, or 3. Dedicated parking is available for visitors arriving with horse trailers.
The Apropos Pferd is a ticketed event; as a spectator you get four days of international competition, live shows, and trade exhibition under one roof. Atmosphere Show jumping, dressage, western competitions, and stunt riding displays run alongside each other throughout the day. Between competition blocks you can explore the trade halls, attend talks, or take a break at one of the catering areas on site. Good to know
- Dogs are not permitted on the grounds.
- Parts of the programme take place outdoors – sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing are a good idea.
- Tickets and up-to-date programme details are available on the official website.
Families visiting the Apropos Pferd will find pony rides, a playground, and a dedicated children's programme with various activities. The event covers enough ground that kids who aren't into sport can still spend the day watching stunt riders and western riding displays, or discovering different horse breeds in the breed presentation area. Catering is extensive, so you don't need to plan around limited food options.
Competitors can enter the Apropos Pferd 2026 in show jumping (CSI 3), dressage (CDI 3), indoor eventing, and western disciplines. Requirements
- Show jumping and dressage: valid international competition licence and eligibility at 3 / 3 level
- Western classes: eligibility as per the official entry conditions Entry & Organisation
- Entries are submitted via the registration form on the official website
- Entry fees apply separately for dressage, show jumping, and eventing; stabling fees and an electricity flat rate are charged per horse per day
- The event is organised by Arena Nova BetriebsgmbH in cooperation with the Heeresreitsportverein der Theresianischen Militärakademie; Oberstleutnant Roland Pulsinger is listed as tournament director Accommodation Hotels and guesthouses in the area around the Arena Nova are listed on the official website.
Für Teilnehmer: Stallboxen können vorab gebucht werden. Die Anmeldefrist für das Turnier endet am 15.09.2026. Eintrittskarten für Reiter sind im Vorverkauf erhältlich. Pferdepass und Impfpass müssen vorgelegt werden.
Tickets can be cancelled free of charge up to 48 hours before the event starts. Cancellations within that 48-hour window incur a fee of 20% of the ticket price. No refund is issued for no-shows on the day.
Who's behind it?
Heeresreitsportverein der Theresianischen Militärakademie Wiener Neustadt
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