Jumping of Villars-Gryon

The Place du Rendez-Vous, transformed for the occasion, will become a privileged equestrian sport venue but also a festive and friendly village in the heart of the resort. 

This competition fits perfectly into the sports and tourism strategy of our destination, which aims to promote our region by organising and welcoming high-quality events. This free event will be resolutely staged as a first-class attraction. 

For its second edition, Villars-Gryon Jumping committee, in association with one of the most dynamic destinations in the region, will guarantee us a colourful and exhilarating show. After the success of the 2011 edition and in order to adapt to the calendar of the Swiss Equestrian Federation, the Association Villars-Gryon en Selle has decided to extend the event by two days. 

Programme: 

From 5 to 8 July: National competitions and the Grand Prix Qualifier for the Swiss Elite Championship. 

Monday 9 July: Pony competitions. 

Tuesday 10 July: Freestyle competitions.
 
From 12 to 15 July: National and regional competitions 

Several other attractions will be presented in addition to the equestrian competitions: 

Thursday 5 July: As of 7.30 p.m., welcome drink in the centre of town, horse-drawn carriage tours, pony rides, etc... 

Saturday 7 July: Antique car parade organised by the Hervé Foundation and official aperitif on the competition grounds. Golf tournament for friends and partners of Villars-Gryon Jumping. 

Sunday 8 July: Dressage demonstration presented by Christian Pläge as of 11 a.m. 

Monday 9 July: At the end of the day, an equestrian show presented by Jean-François Pignon. 

From Friday 13 July to Sunday 15 July: Daring and spectacular demonstration of the “Hungarian Post” (a discipline in which a rider stands with one foot on each of two horses) with the five horses of the Egger Brewery (official partner of all events organised by Darioly Events). 

Friday 13 July: As of 8 p.m. Giant Fondue party on the competition grounds. 

Saturday 14 July: Quadrille des Milices Vaudoises (Vaud Militia Horsemen) on the competition grounds and a parade in the centre of town.