Horse breed
Born to tölt

The Icelandic Horse, Iceland's Gaited Native Breed

FEIF registered
Height
135–150 cm
Colours
All colours, including pinto, but not leopard spotting
Population
~94,000
Gaits
Tölt (genetically fixed); many also Pass
Character
Spirited, playful, affectionate
Best for
Riding, dressage, trail, leisure, competition (tölt, pass)
Studbook since
1967 (Germany, via IPZV)
Risk status
Not at risk

What is Icelandic Horse?

A small, sturdy gaited horse from Iceland, standing 135–150 cm with a thick coat suited to cold climates. It carries a genetically fixed tölt and often the pass, making it prized for Pleasure Riding, Trail & Leisure Riding and sport. Strict purity rules forbid foreign bloodlines, and importing horses into Iceland is prohibited to prevent disease. A dedicated global studbook (WorldFengur) is managed by FEIF.

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Profile: Icelandic Horse

All figures are editorial reference values.
Origin
Iceland
Colours
alle Farben, auch Schecken, aber keine Tigerschecken
Population
~94,000
Height
135–150 cm
Best for
Riding, dressage, trail, leisure, competition (tölt, pass)
Studbook since
1967 (Germany, via IPZV)
Risk status
Not at risk

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