Get ready for an extraordinary year in Belgian dressage. Belgium Dressage Events is pleased to announce an amazing lineup for 2025, featuring three major events held at the renowned Azelhof Equestrian Center in Lier: CDI Lier, CDIO Lier and the Belgian Dressage Championship. For the very first time, Belgium will host an FEI Dressage Nations Cup event. “We are very proud to host the Nations Cup. It’s a great honor that the FEI has given us, and Belgium, this chance”, states event director Wim Verwimp.

 

The dressage season kicks off with the 8^th edition of CDI Lier from February 25 to March 2, 2025. Riders from around the world will gather for the CDI 4*, 3*, and 1* competitions, along with international youth classes. Last year, CDI Lier played an important role in riders’ preparation of the Paris Olympic Games, and next year it will certainly be part of the road to the European Championships for Dressage.

Belgium’s first-ever FEI Dressage Nations Cup

From May 15 to 18, 2025, Belgium will proudly host its first-ever FEI Dressage Nations Cup, as part of the CDIO4*, alongside CDI3*, 1* events and international youth classes. This historic event will bring the world’s best dressage teams to Lier, offering dressage enthusiasts a perfect chance to witness world-class dressage on Belgian soil. The Nations Cup debut is a milestone for Belgian dressage.

 

Belgian Dressage Championships

Rounding out the season, the Belgian Dressage Championships will follow from May 21 to 25, 2025, where Belgium’s talent will compete in a great atmosphere. Last year it was Flore de Winne and her Flynn FRH who became Belgium Champion for the very first time at the seniors.

 

Belgium’s most exciting dressage season

This dressage program is the result of the expertise and dedication of the Belgium Dressage Events team, led by Event Director Wim Verwimp, with Joyce Lebon overseeing sports and Thomas Eyckmans handling event operations. With the addition of Belgium’s first Nations Cup and an exceptional lineup across all levels, 2025 promises an unforgettable season for dressage enthusiasts at Azelhof in Lier. Mark your calendars, and don’t miss the chance to be part of Belgium’s most exciting dressage season yet.