Normandy is the best stabble in the world!

Normandy is undeniably the birthplace of prestigious breeds and has a worldwide reputation for producing champions in all disciplines (trotters, thoroughbreds and sport horses).

Horse breeding has always been an important part of the economy here and Normandy is therefore the number one equine region in France, as well as the world. Horses have always had a permanent place in the Norman way of life and will always be the backbone of Normandy.

Its oceanic climate, the particular nature of its soil and its rich landscapes are very conducive to horse breeding. Moreover, its location next to the sea and vast meadows make it an ideal spot for setting up a stud farm.

 

41 listed breeds Normandy is proud of its equine heritage, which reflects the boundless passion of the region’s inhabitants. 41 breeds are listed in Normandy and each of them is carefully "preserved" as a key component of that shared heritage. Horse-breeding plays a key role in the region’s economy, thereby making it the leading equine region at national and international level. The horse has always occupied a dominant place in Normandy life and its image is inextricably linked with the region.

 Key figures

• 100 000 horses
• 8 000 breeders
• 20 % of foals born in Normandy
• 1 in 2 thoroughbreds born in Normandy
• 14 of the top 15 trotters
• 200 professional riders
• Top race-organizing region
• 300 riding schools
• € 620 millions of turnover generated by the equine sector
• 10.000 jobs
• 4.400 companies