Event Details
The Longines Balve Optimum is one of Europe's most traditional equestrian tournaments, hosting the German Championships in dressage and show jumping at the historic Schloss Wocklum estate.
Under the motto 'Zukunft braucht Herkunft' — the future needs its roots — the Balve Optimum brings together Germany's finest riders in a setting that perfectly blends sporting excellence with heritage. It was the ideal stage to present Equinetree's plant-based approach to an audience deeply rooted in equestrian tradition.
Tradition Meets Innovation
Held at the picturesque Schloss Wocklum in Balve, this event has grown into one of the most important fixtures on the German equestrian calendar. The German Championships in both dressage and show jumping attract the country's top riders, while the tournament grounds offer an intimate atmosphere that sets it apart from larger venues. The event's commitment to sustainability through its 'Longines Balve Optimum goes Sustainable' initiative and the 'Reiten gegen den Hunger' (Riding Against Hunger) charity programme reflect values that align closely with Equinetree's mission.
A Shared Commitment to Sustainability
What drew us especially to the Balve Optimum is the event's growing focus on sustainability. Their dedicated green initiative resonates deeply with our approach to equestrian equipment. It was encouraging to see an event of this calibre actively promoting environmental responsibility within the sport.
Equinetree at the Tournament
We were on-site throughout the event, presenting our Uppeal tack to championship-level riders, trainers, and equestrian enthusiasts. The intimate scale of the Balve Optimum allowed for meaningful conversations about sustainable materials and how plant-based innovation can meet the demands of competitive dressage and show jumping.
The Longines Balve Optimum proved once again that tradition and innovation go hand in hand — a philosophy we share at Equinetree.