Horse market

Hanover Region

Market area at Kleine Brückendamm

The Burgdorf horse market is one of the most traditional events in northern Germany. Since 1980, the Verkehrs- und Verschönerungs-Verein (VVV) has been organising this event, which attracts thousands of visitors to the market site on Kleine Brückendamm every year. With a wide range of animals, exhibitions and activities, the market offers a comprehensive experience for anyone interested.

 

Burgdorf horse market: tradition and variety

The Burgdorf horse market takes place every third Saturday of the month from April to September. The event starts at 8:00 am and ends at 1:00 pm. During this time, the market site on Kleine Brückendamm is transformed into a meeting place for animal lovers, breeders and interested parties.

The offer includes a wide range of animals, including ponies, horses, poultry, rabbits, hamsters, ornamental birds and fish. Accessories and other products relating to animal husbandry are also presented. The event regularly attracts between 10,000 and 15,000 visitors.

 

Supporting programme and activities

In addition to the animal market, the Burgdorf horse market offers an extensive supporting programme:

  • Rider and horse demonstrations: The Burgdorfer Pferdeland association presents various equestrian disciplines.
  • Children's programme: Activities such as face painting and craft activities will be offered in the children's tent of Stadtsparkasse Burgdorf and Car Wash.
  • Historic crafts: Craftsmen demonstrate traditional techniques such as wood turning, basket weaving and broom making.
  • Classic car meeting: Owners of historic vehicles present their restored cars, motorbikes and agricultural machinery.
  • Duck race: A popular programme item in which plastic ducks swim around the floodplain in a race

 

The Burgdorf horse market is an established event that combines tradition and diversity. With a wide range of animals, a varied supporting programme and a central location, the market offers a platform for exchange and encounters. Further information can be found on the official website of the VVV Burgdorf available.

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Horse market

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31303 Burgdorf

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