Grande Semaine de Pompadour

A Major Equestrian Event in Corrèze

The Grande Semaine de Pompadour is one of the most prestigious equestrian events in France, organized annually in mid-September in Arnac-Pompadour, a town nicknamed the "Cité du Cheval" (City of the Horse). This event brings together the National Finals for Young Sport Horses in Eventing as well as the International Anglo-Arab Days, attracting the best breeders, owners, riders, and professionals from the French and international equestrian world.

National Finals and High-Level Competitions

The Grande Semaine features dressage events, show jumping competitions at the Puy-Marmont arenas, and cross-country events at the racecourse. These eventing (CCE) competitions showcase promising young sport horses, selected from all over France to participate in the national finals. The International Anglo-Arab Days celebrate this emblematic breed and allow appreciation of the sporting and morphological qualities of the presented horses.

Pompadour, French Capital of the Horse

Arnac-Pompadour is intimately linked to French equestrian history. The Haras National de Pompadour (National Stud Farm), created in 1872, is one of the most important breeding establishments in France. The town has exceptional equestrian facilities: a racecourse, the Puy-Marmont arenas, cross-country courses, stables, and training centers. This concentration of resources and expertise makes Pompadour a recognized center of excellence nationally and internationally for breeding and equestrian sports.

Exhibition Village and Activities

The Grande Semaine de Pompadour is not limited to sporting competitions. An exhibition village hosts saddlers, equipment manufacturers, feed and equestrian material producers, allowing visitors to discover the latest innovations in the sector. Catering stands and activities complete the offering, creating a festive and friendly atmosphere. This event is a must-attend for all horse enthusiasts and contributes to the economic and tourist influence of Corrèze.