The Gelderland horse
This saddle horse, also known as the Gelderlander or Gelderland horse, is the result of crossbreeding heavy local mares from Gelderland, a province of the Netherlands, with stallions including Andalusians, Neapolitans, Normans, Norfolk Roadsters and Cleveland Bais. In the 19th century, improvements were made by infusion of Anglo-Norman, Oldenburg and Hackney blood. Today’s Thoroughbred ratio enhances its sporting qualities. The Gelderlander contributed to the creation of the modern Dutch Warmblood.
Caractère et aptitudes du cheval
This docile horse is powerful, strong, and active. It is sure-footed. The gait is ample. The trot is brilliant and upright. A good jumper.
Utilisations du cheval
This saddle horse, which can be used for light draught work, pulling the carriages of European royal families in particular, has become a good horse for show jumping and excellent in carriage driving competitions. It is also well suited to equestrian tourism.
Morphologie du cheval
Long head with rectilinear or convex profile. Flared nostrils. Medium-sized ears. Strong, compact body. Muscular, rolled neck. Moderately high withers. Well sloping shoulder. Deep chest. Straight, long back. Powerful hindquarters. Croup short, broad, level. Limbs fairly short, well muscled, solid. Short cannons. Wide, solid hoof. Tail set high. Coat: chestnut, black, bay, gray. Frequent white markings. Size: 1.54 to 1.63 m.
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