Next Stop: Valkenswaard – Stage 10 of the Longines Global Champions Tour

The Longines Global Champions Tour returns to its spiritual home this August as Stage 10 of the 2025 season takes place at the iconic Longines Tops International Arena in Valkenswaard. From 22–24 August, the very best horses and riders in the world will descend on the buzzing south of The Netherlands for three days of unmissable show jumping action, all set against the backdrop of one of the sport’s most prestigious venues.

Discover the Longines Tops International Arena

An equestrian destination like no other, Longines Tops International Arena offers the perfect combination of thrilling sport, world-class facilities, vibrant entertainment, and luxurious hospitality. Created with passion and a relentless commitment to excellence, the venue is surrounded by the stunning landscape of Valkenswaard – the beating heart of global show jumping.

The spectacular 125m x 85m grass arena and four pristine sand arenas provide the ultimate stage for the stars of the sport, while over 500 beautifully designed stables ensure the very best care for equine athletes. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the action from the covered grandstands and immerse themselves in the lively shopping village filled with food, drink, and entertainment for all the family.

It is a venue where champions are made, memories are created, and the future of the sport is shaped – with the popular Longines Global Future Champions event offering the next generation of riders an extraordinary platform to shine.

Join Us in Valkenswaard

Don’t miss the chance to witness world-class show jumping at the place where it all began. From unforgettable sporting drama to the vibrant festival atmosphere, Valkenswaard offers an experience like no other.

Join us this August – buy your tickets now and be part of Stage 10 of the 2025 Longines Global Champions Tour.

Spotlight on the Stal Tops Auction

As the weekend’s sporting excitement draws to a close, the spotlight shifts on Monday 25 August to the third edition of the Stal Tops Auction, held at the stunning Stal Tops Indoor Arena.

This exclusive evening will present an extraordinary collection of horses – from promising 2025 foals to proven competitors already performing at 1.50m level – offering buyers the opportunity to secure future champions with impeccable pedigrees and world-class potential.

The evening blends elegance and purpose, with a gourmet dinner, live music from soul singer Shirma Rouse, and a lively after-party. This year also reintroduces a meaningful charitable initiative: the foal Versailles will be auctioned in aid of the Stichting Share Foundation, supporting a school for blind children in Debre Zeit, Ethiopia. Proceeds will fund essential learning materials and care, ensuring children with limited vision can access education and independence.

More than an auction, this event is a celebration of excellence, community, and impact – making it one of the most prestigious evenings on the equestrian calendar.

Access is by VIP table reservation only. For more information or to secure your place, please contact Denis Monticolo at denis@globalchampionstour.com.