INTERNATIONAL MEETING OF EQUESTRIAN TOURISM (IMET) 2027
The International Meeting of Equestrian Tourism (IMET) 2027 brings together professionals from equestrian tourism, the wider tourism sector, associations, politics and practice from different countries in Brandenburg. The focus is on international exchange, practical examples, new ideas and the joint development of equestrian tourism.
The event is initiated by the Fédération Internationale de Tourisme Équestre (FITE), the international umbrella organisation for equestrian tourism. FITE connects national organisations worldwide and promotes the development of tourism activities related to horses.
Look forward to two days of international best-practice examples, expert insights, in-depth exchange and networking, as well as a practical experience day in Brandenburg’s horse country.
Date: April 9ᵗʰ & 10ᵗʰ, 2027
April 9ᵗʰ: Hoppegarten Racecourse
April 10ᵗʰ: Neustadt (Dosse)
Conference language: German with simultaneous interpretation into English
Organizers: Fédération Internationale de Tourisme Équestre (FITE), German Equestrian Federation (FN) / Pferdesport Deutschland, Pferdeland Brandenburg / pro agro e.V., Deutschland zu Pferd e.V.,
Abenteuer mit Pferd – A. Kramer-Kühl
PROGRAMME · WHAT TO EXPECT ON BOTH DAYS
9ᵗʰ OF APRIL 2027 · CONFERENCE DAY
Rennbahn Hoppegarten
Equestrian Tourism Worldwide
Different countries – different opportunities and developments
Landscapes, Challenges & Lifestyle
How unique landscapes create unique tourism experiences
Political Perspectives on Equestrian Tourism
Exchange with representatives from European and German politics
Digital Tools & Practical Solutions
Ideas, developments and tools that work in practice
Equestrian Tourism is More Than Riding
Culture, heritage, traditions and events
International Networking Dinner
10ᵗʰ OF APRIL 2027 · PRACTICE DAY
Neustadt (Dosse)
Equestrian Tourism in Practice
Busride to Neustadt (Dosse)
Discover Neustadt – The Horse Town
Insights into the Neustädter Gestüte and the equestrian region
Explore & Experience
Horses, heritage, the region and tourism experiences
Present Your Locals
Meet selected equestrian tourism businesses and local actors from Brandenburg and exchange experiences
International Exchange
Closing of IMET 2027
Conference language: German with simultaneous interpretation into English
Programme subject to change.
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Early-Horse Price: Save €30!
Through October 31, 2026: €130 net for both days of the event
Starting November 1, 2026: €160 net
Includes networking dinner, hands-on session, transfers, and meals
Cancellation Policy
Please note that refunds are not available under any circumstances.
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Contact for inquiries:
Josephine Holz – Project Manager, Pferdeland Brandenburg
pferdeland@proagro.de
+49 (0) 33230/ 2077-24
+49 (0) 175/ 69 300 74