The facility serves as the permanent home of the Generali Open de France, which frequently hosts over 15,000 riders annually.
The park is located on the site of a former military camp, which was redeveloped specifically for equestrian needs.
It is one of the few equestrian sites in Europe designed with sufficient infrastructure to manage over 2,000 horses simultaneously during peak events.
The grounds include a dedicated area for the 'FFE Store' and an expansive exhibition zone for equestrian suppliers.
The terrain is specifically engineered to represent the diverse soil conditions found across various French regions for specialized jumping training.
The Parc Equestre Federal is the official headquarters and training center of the French Equestrian Federation (FFE), situated in the Sologne region. Spanning approximately 300 hectares, the facility serves as a primary hub for equestrian sports, hosting national and international competitions. It features numerous arenas, cross-country courses, and extensive stabling facilities designed for major equestrian events. The site is best known for hosting the Generali Open de France, the world's largest equestrian competition by number of participants. It functions as a centralized campus for rider training, certification, and federation administration. The park includes integrated lodging, catering infrastructure, and specialized veterinary zones to support multi-day equestrian events. It is a strictly controlled sporting venue rather than a public municipal park, meaning access is primarily event-driven.
The main stadium grandstand overlooking the primary jumping arena.
Check the official FFE calendar before visiting to ensure an event is occurring, as the park is often closed to non-attendees during private training sessions.
Wear comfortable, sturdy, closed-toe footwear suitable for walking long distances on sand, gravel, and grass surfaces.
Bring sun protection and hydration, as much of the site consists of open-air arenas with limited natural shade.
Attempting to visit during private federation training camps when the site is closed to the general public.
The park's public access is highly restricted; it is primarily open during scheduled competitions and federation-sanctioned events.
Maintain silence near competition arenas, avoid sudden movements near horses, and always defer to horse-led traffic on internal roads.
