Falsterbo Horse Show continues to strengthen its position as one of Europe’s leading destinations for international dressage as the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ 5* returns in 2026. With world number one Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour and crowd favourite Patrik Kittel already confirmed, Falsterbo is set to host dressage at the very highest level this summer.

Alongside the World Championships in Aachen, Falsterbo Horse Show will this year be the only event in the world to host 5* Nations Cup competitions in both jumping and dressage during the same meeting. Thanks to partner Novare’s increased investment in dressage, the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ regains its prestigious 5* status in Falsterbo and will this year offer €100,000 in prize money.

Several of the world’s leading combinations are expected to use Falsterbo as an important preparation ahead of the World Championships in Aachen later this summer. Both Sweden and Denmark have announced that they intend to compete with their championship teams in Falsterbo. Belgium has also confirmed its participation, while two additional nations will qualify through the FEI world rankings, currently expected to be Germany and the United States.

– International interest in dressage at Falsterbo has grown significantly this year. With a 5* Nations Cup, the World Championships just around the corner and Falsterbo’s unique atmosphere and incredible crowds, the event has become a very attractive destination for top riders. Interest in competing in Falsterbo has been exceptionally high so far, says Josephine Sjölin, Sport Manager at Falsterbo Horse Show.

World-Class Line-Up Taking Shape

World number one Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour has already confirmed her participation and is looking forward to presenting a brand-new freestyle program in Falsterbo this summer:

– I’m beyond excited to be back at Falsterbo Horse Show and very excited to present our new freestyle for the very first time. I love competing in Sweden, and I believe it will be the perfect preparation for the World Equestrian Games later this summer, says Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour.

It has also previously been confirmed that Swedish crowd favourite Patrik Kittel will return to Falsterbo together with Touchdown, winner of the FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final and finalist at the Olympic Games.

The FEI Dressage Nations Cup includes Grand Prix, Grand Prix Special and Grand Prix Freestyle and will take place during the final weekend, July 11-12. Five judges from this summer’s World Championships in Aachen will also judge in Falsterbo, further underlining the exceptionally high sporting standard of this year’s competition.

In addition to world-class sport, Falsterbo Horse Show, held July 4-12, offers a unique summer experience with shopping, restaurants, family activities and some of Sweden’s most beautiful beaches just minutes from the showgrounds.

World-class sport awaits when the international showjumping elite gathers in Falsterbo this summer. The nations set to compete in the 2026 edition of the Agria Falsterbo Nations Cup have now been confirmed. 

During Falsterbo Horse Show 2026, 4-12 July, some of the world’s strongest jumping nations will come together on Sweden’s southern coast to compete in one of the season’s most prestigious team competitions, held at one of the sport’s most iconic venues. With World Championship selections approaching, the stakes are high and the competition is expected to be fierce as teams battle for victory in the Agria Falsterbo Nations Cup 2026. 

The following nations are confirmed to compete in Agria Falsterbo Nations Cup 2026: 

• Sweden 
• Denmark 
• Great Britain 
• Germany 
• Switzerland 
• USA 
• France 
• Belgium 
• Ireland 
• Mexico 

– Falsterbo brings together some of the world’s strongest jumping nations and the level of sport this year will be exceptionally high. We have seen tremendous interest in our invitations, both from teams and individual riders! With the World Championships in Aachen just around the corner, Falsterbo will be an important benchmark for many combinations, especially as Frank Rothenberger will design the courses both in Falsterbo and at the Championships in Aachen. In addition, both events are held on grass, making Falsterbo an important preparation ahead of the World Championships, says Josephine Sjölin, Sport Manager at Falsterbo Horse Show. 

Sweden’s Chef d’Équipe Henrik Ankarcrona is also looking forward to this year’s competition: 

– Falsterbo is always the highlight of the summer for us, and this year the competition feels especially important as it will be our final major event before the World Championships. For me as Chef d’Équipe, it is a valuable opportunity to see the horses perform at the highest level before selecting the team for Aachen. Both the riders and I are very much looking forward to the week in Falsterbo. The competition will be incredibly tough, everyone is fighting for a place on a championship team, says Henrik Ankarcrona. 

In addition to the Agria Falsterbo Nations Cup, riders from the participating nations will also compete in crowd favourites such as the Falsterbo Derby and the prestigious Rolex Grand Prix, which concludes the week on the afternoon of 12th July. 

Beyond the world-class sport, Falsterbo Horse Show offers a unique summer experience where international equestrian sport meets beaches, Scandinavian summer lifestyle, shopping, food experiences and activities for the whole family. Every year, over 60 000 visitors travel to Falsterbo to experience the special atmosphere that has made the event one of the highlights of the European summer season.

Dressage at Falsterbo takes a significant step forward as partner Novare expands its sponsorship ahead of this year’s event. The strengthened commitment includes the return of the Dressage Nations Cup to 5* status, offering total prize money of €100,000.

“By increasing our sponsorship, we want to help raise the sporting level in Falsterbo while continuing to support an arena where leadership and long-term development are at the core. Equestrian sport is an environment where many young people — particularly women — are given early opportunities to grow, values that have been central to Novare since its founding,” says Fredrik Hillelson, CEO and founder of Novare.

The Dressage Nations Cup comprises the Grand Prix, Grand Prix Special, and Grand Prix Freestyle, and will take place during the final weekend on 11–12 July. The classes will be judged by an experienced team consisting of Ulrike Nivelle (GER), Kurt Christensen (DEN), and Clive Halsall (GBR) — all of whom will also officiate at the World Championships in Aachen. Spectators can expect to see Sweden’s prospective World Championship team in action ahead of the championships in Aachen.

With Novare’s expanded support, the sporting level is further enhanced and Falsterbo Horse Show consolidates its 5* status in both jumping and dressage, while also joining the exclusive group of events entitled to carry CHIO status, alongside Rotterdam and Aachen.

It has now been confirmed that Aveve will become the new title sponsor of the popular jumping and dressage series The Tour of Amateurs, with the final taking place at the 2026 Falsterbo Horse Show.

The Amateur Tour, which includes both show jumping and dressage, gives riders from across the country the opportunity to compete at the same venue as many of the world’s top riders in Falsterbo. The jumping tour is contested at 1.20/1.25m level, while the dressage tour is held at Medium level (Msv B). Both disciplines are open to horses aged seven years and older.

The horse nutrition company Aveve, well known for its high-quality equine products and its strong commitment to horse welfare, is now taking the next step in its sponsorship within equestrian sport. As of 2026, the series will be known as Aveve The Tour of Amateurs.

-We are proud and happy to become the title sponsor of the Tour of Amateurs. We are passionate about supporting riders and horses at all levels and look forward to contributing to strong and sustainable performances, says Morten Olesen, Marketing Manager.

Qualifications for Aveve The Tour of Amateurs will take place between 6 March and 14 June 2026. Read more about the series here: Classes & Propositions – Falsterbo Horse Show