The Royal Dutch Sport Horse is a Dutch-bred sporthorse with international appeal.
It is willing, fearless, physically and mentally strong, and bred to perform at
the highest level. It is also reliable, easy to handle, and pleasing to the
eye. Because of the KWPN’s planned breeding policy, the KWPN horse possesses a
sound mind in a sound body. The combination of sport aptitude and an uncomplicated
temperament make these horses unique and very popular at all levels of
equestrian sport and breeding. Royal Dutch Sport Horses perform under
top riders at Grand Prix level in international show jumping and dressage, but
many are purchased by breeders, amateur riders, and horse enthusiasts in the
Netherlands and abroad.
The quality of the KWPN horse is renowned and praised worldwide. For
years, the KWPN has held a top position in the studbook rankings of the
international umbrella breeding organization, the World Breeding Federation for
Sport Horses (WBFSH). This distinction means that Dutch-bred horses routinely
achieve exceptional success in international equestrian sports.