Falsterbo Horse Show continues to strengthen its position as one of Europe’s leading destinations for international dressage as the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ 5* returns in 2026. With world number one Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour and crowd favourite Patrik Kittel already confirmed, Falsterbo is set to host dressage at the very highest level this summer.

Alongside the World Championships in Aachen, Falsterbo Horse Show will this year be the only event in the world to host 5* Nations Cup competitions in both jumping and dressage during the same meeting. Thanks to partner Novare’s increased investment in dressage, the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ regains its prestigious 5* status in Falsterbo and will this year offer €100,000 in prize money.

Several of the world’s leading combinations are expected to use Falsterbo as an important preparation ahead of the World Championships in Aachen later this summer. Both Sweden and Denmark have announced that they intend to compete with their championship teams in Falsterbo. Belgium has also confirmed its participation, while two additional nations will qualify through the FEI world rankings, currently expected to be Germany and the United States.

– International interest in dressage at Falsterbo has grown significantly this year. With a 5* Nations Cup, the World Championships just around the corner and Falsterbo’s unique atmosphere and incredible crowds, the event has become a very attractive destination for top riders. Interest in competing in Falsterbo has been exceptionally high so far, says Josephine Sjölin, Sport Manager at Falsterbo Horse Show.

World-Class Line-Up Taking Shape

World number one Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour has already confirmed her participation and is looking forward to presenting a brand-new freestyle program in Falsterbo this summer:

– I’m beyond excited to be back at Falsterbo Horse Show and very excited to present our new freestyle for the very first time. I love competing in Sweden, and I believe it will be the perfect preparation for the World Equestrian Games later this summer, says Cathrine Laudrup-Dufour.

It has also previously been confirmed that Swedish crowd favourite Patrik Kittel will return to Falsterbo together with Touchdown, winner of the FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final and finalist at the Olympic Games.

The FEI Dressage Nations Cup includes Grand Prix, Grand Prix Special and Grand Prix Freestyle and will take place during the final weekend, July 11-12. Five judges from this summer’s World Championships in Aachen will also judge in Falsterbo, further underlining the exceptionally high sporting standard of this year's competition.

In addition to world-class sport, Falsterbo Horse Show, held July 4-12, offers a unique summer experience with shopping, restaurants, family activities and some of Sweden’s most beautiful beaches just minutes from the showgrounds.