Balkan Championships

The Balkan Equestrian Championships stand as a cornerstone for advancing equestrian sports across the Balkan region. This prestigious competition provides essential opportunities for riders of all levels - from children, juniors, young riders and seniors - to develop their competitive abilities and gain invaluable experience. Building on a rich 60-year legacy, the championships continue to expand their reach, fostering growth in participation among riders and horses. The event has proved to be a crucial stepping stone, with numerous Balkan champions going on to represent their nations in major international competitions.

Each year the EEF supports its member nations in the organisation of the Balkan Championships. Held specifically for the 12 Balkan countries, the championships include the following categories:

- Jumping: Ch, Jun, YR, Seniors, Ladies. Teams and Individual

- Dressage: Ch, Jun, YR, Seniors. Teams and Individual

- Endurance: Seniors. Team and Individual

- Driving: Seniors. Team and Individual

 

The EEF works with the organisers and participating countries with the following aims;

  • Development: Balkan championships are really great development tool especially for children, juniors, young riders and ladies
  • Improvement: To increase number of competitors, horses, well educated officials, sponsors.
  • To preserve the 56-year-old tradition: Balkan Championships are organized with success for decades. Team competitions and Championships are always the most important events in our Region

See below the host venues for the 2025 Balkan Championships:

DRIVING 
8 – 11 May 2025 - Osorhei (ROU)

JUMPING
3 - 7 September 2025 - Kovilovo, Belgrade (SRB)

DRESSAGE
11 - 14 September 2025 - Tsaratsovo (BUL)

ENDURANCE
10 -12 October 2025 - Barban, Istria (CRO)