Sport horses

Normandy is where you'll find your champion!
 

After several decades of genetic selection and professionalism among breeders, Normandy has become the top sport horse breeding region in France. Normandy is also the birthplace of the Selle Français (French saddle horse), the ideal partner in all equestrian events requiring distinction, strength, poise, respect and intelligence. Many talented horses have contributed to its reputation: Kraque Boom, Idalgo du Donjon, Quick Study (formerly Lutin de Semilly), Idéo du Thot, Galan de Sauvagère, Baloubet du Rouet, Cigalle du Taillis, Ionesco de Brekka, Le Prestige Saint Lois, not to mention such renowned stallions as Quidam de Revel, Diamant de Semilly, Le Tôt de Semilly, Papillon Rouge, Rosire HN, etc.. QUICK STUDY (Ex LUTIN de SEMILLY), Selle Français (Quick Star x Sirène de Plantro by What a Joy) born at the Jules Mesnildrey’s stables (Manche), under the saddle of the American rider Lauren Hough

Key facts

• 20% of French sport horses and 34% of Selle Français horses born in France are produced in Normandy.
• The top 8 world-class Selle Français stud farms are located in Normandy. The finest French riders are established in the region
• The Normandy Selle Français breeding ranks top in the world jumping 2009 FEI WBFSH classification.