The World Championships of Icelandic Horses 2011– a WC for everyone!

St. Radegund, March 2011, From 1st–7th of August 2011 THE major sporting event of the Icelandic Horses Scene will be staged in Upper Austria and will turn the idyllic village of St. Radegund into the Mecca of Icelandic Horse Sports. St. Radegund, March 2011, From 1st–7th of August 2011 THE major sporting event of the Icelandic Horses Scene will be staged in Upper Austria and will turn the idyllic village of St. Radegund into the Mecca of Icelandic Horse Sports.

As a visitor, one is not only able to watch spectacular, athletic performances of horses and riders also the World Championship frame program provides plenty of variety. There will be concert events at the World Championship venue, horse shows, "Fun for Kids" child care and much more - just to mention a few highlights of the event.
In addition, the wonderful idyllic surroundings of St. Radegund invite you to linger. Do you want to combine your stay at the World Championships of Icelandic Horses 2011 with a short holiday trip? What a very good idea, because the region offers something for every taste.

Burghausen, Salzburg & Co – always worth to visit!

For example there’s the region “Waginger See”, which is the place to be for the whole family. The 6,500 soul’s municipality offers pure relaxation. The absolute highlights are the new campsites at Lake Waging. All sites are easily accessible and are located right at the lakeshores. The private beach spas offer many recreational opportunities and great playing areas for children. Those who want to explore the lake on the water can take advantage of the wide range of water sports schools or just grab a surfboard and paddle. Distance to WC venue: 19 km

 Burghausen has a long history and an even longer castle. With its 1051 meters it is one of the most impressive castles in the world and also a great achievement of medieval fortress and military construction. Not only the impressive castle, but also the old town with your grave raised roofs and facades provide an atmospheric setting. Furthermore the city combines both old and new as well as tradition and modernity. Burghausen offers the right thing for everyone.
Distance to WC venue: 11 km

The city of Salzburg which is about half an hour drive away from the venue is always a trip worth. Even with a stroll through the old town of Salzburg, one of the sights at your feet: the residence, the carillon of the cathedral, the Franciscan Church, Mozart Square, the Horse Pond, Hofstallgasse, the fortress, the monastery of St. Peter. Felt in all corners and angles to the touch of bygone times. Numerous castles invite in the city and the surrounding places to stay and dream. Distance to WC venue: 45 km

Further excursion opportunities can be found on our website: http://www.islandpferde-wm.at/

The “Islandpferde Reithof Piber”
Meeting place for leisure - riders and international sport – riders
Within the beautiful landscape of upper Austria you can find the “Islandpferde Reithof Piber” where the proper handling of the Icelandic horse and the art of its riding is taught for more than 10 years. Since 2002 the horse yard has become indispensable from the national and international tournament scene. Optimal training facilities and international coaches provide a perfect education and training of horses and riders. High-profile sporting events - such as the Austrian Championships, World Championship qualifying events, IPZV tournaments as well as the FEIF Youth Cup - dominate the agenda of the “Islandpferde Reithof Piber”. "The magic gaits" is the slogan of the upcoming sport highlight, which is the World Championships for Icelandic Horses 2011 - from the 1st of August 2011 to 7th of August 2011 in St. Radegund / Upper Austria. For more information see: http://www.islandpferde-wm.at/