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Highlights
- Experience an authentic display of Lipizzaners performing their daily morning exercises inside Austria’s Baroque Winter Riding School, accompanied by classical Viennese music.
- Witness real training sessions where riders concentrate on loosening routines, gymnastic work, and muscle development tailored to each horse's age and level at The Spanish Riding School in Vienna.
- Observe the progression of a Lipizzaner from a young stallion learning basic movements to a fully trained white star perfecting precision and balance during their morning training sessions.
- Select your viewing experience with options for reserved seating or standing areas, each offering unique perspectives on the arena's classical horsemanship at The Spanish Riding School’s Winter Riding School.
- Did you know? Iconic jumps like levade, courbette, and capriole are seldom practiced during morning exercises. Instead, emphasis is placed on long-term health, balance, and muscle conditioning for decades of safe performance.
Your Experience
Experience an exclusive opportunity to witness the daily training of the renowned Lipizzaner stallions within Vienna's Baroque Winter Riding School. This session offers a genuine glimpse into how classical horsemanship has been preserved over centuries.
Getting started
Nestled at Michaelerplatz, inside Vienna’s Hofburg Palace complex, you'll find the Spanish Riding School. Upon entering through the Visitor Centre, ensure to arrive 5 minutes early for voucher exchange and ticket validation.
About the Morning Training Sessions at the Spanish Riding School
The Morning Exercise is a genuine training session that mirrors life's daily rhythm at the Spanish Riding School. In this historic Winter Riding School setting, riders lead Lipizzaner stallions through exercises aimed at enhancing strength and balance while promoting long-term health. Each day’s routine varies to suit each horse's specific needs, ensuring every session offers something unique. While iconic movements like levades or caprioles are rarely demonstrated, the true essence lies in observing how these horses gradually learn to perform them with safety and elegance over years of training. This experience is perfect for those interested in classical dressage’s behind-the-scenes workings and seeking a serene educational interaction with the Lipizzaners at their historic residence.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Morning Training Sessions
- Classical Viennese Music
- Entry to the Baroque Winter Riding School
- Category 1 Reserved Seating (Option Based)
- Category 2 Reserved Seating (Option Based)
- Category 3 Standing Room Right (Option Based)
- Category 3 Standing Room Left (Option Based)
- Personal expenses
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Must Know
- Carry a valid photo ID that matches your booking name as it may be checked upon entry.
- Show your voucher at the entrance to collect your physical ticket before entering.
- Arrive at least 5 minutes early for smooth processing and exchange of vouchers.
- Please note, pets are not allowed inside the venue, so leave them at home or in a pet care facility.
- Avoid bringing large bags or luggage as there is no cloakroom available on site.
- Photography and video recording during your visit are prohibited to maintain the integrity of the experience.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
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