Rhinelander horses for sale in Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey

The Rhinelander, also known as the Rheinländer, is a distinguished German Warmblood sport horse breed originating from the Rhineland region in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Developed through a careful crossing of local mares with elite German warmbloods such as the Hanoverian, Holsteiner, and Trakehner, and later infused with French breeds like the Anglo-Arabian and Selle Français, the Rhinelander was bred to excel in Olympic equestrian disciplines. Physically, it features an athletic, well-balanced build ranging from 15.3 to 17 hands high, with expressive, elastic gaits and a powerful jump. Its temperament is known to be willing, intelligent, and trainable, making it suitable for both amateur riders and professionals. This breed is ideal for show jumping, dressage, and eventing, combining versatility with a cooperative nature. Registered under the Westfalen studbook, the Rhinelander is highly regarded in the United Kingdom and beyond for its success in sport and its reliable, kind disposition.