Aachen WEG Special, August 11 - 23, 2026

The World Equestrian Games will bring the world to Aachen - and us right into the middle of the action. From August 11 to 23, 2026, 650 athletes from 35 countries will come to Aachen. With a total of 800 horses, they will compete in six disciplines, cheered on by 500,000 visitors.

We are bringing the atmosphere of the show into the city center and welcome you all to the Aachen WEG Special! Whether culture, culinary delights or thrilling concerts: the supporting program for the FEI World Equestrian Games Aachen 2026 will allow us all to experience the special atmosphere of the city. In addition to renowned artists, there will be talks with the riders, art events and plenty of space for a cozy get-together with Euregional specialties. So if you can't be in the stadium, simply enjoy the event at a public viewing in the city.

World Equestrian Games Aachen 2026

Unforgettable moments, world-class performances, sporting history. Plus a euphoric atmosphere in packed stadiums and the entire city. These are the ingredients of a major event that will take place in Aachen's Soers from August 11 to 23, 2026: The FEI World Championships Aachen 2026. Gold, silver and bronze will once again be at stake at the tradition-steeped showgrounds. The best horses, the best riders, the best sport in a spectacular atmosphere. That is the promise for six disciplines.

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The aachen tourist service offers attractive packages - with hotel accommodation and admission to the stadium.

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World Equestrian Games Chess:
A special promotion by the city marketing department

Horse figures as big as children, knights competing against kings, a game for young and old: these are the ingredients of an oversized chess game with horse characters, which will stand parallel to the Archimedean sandbox between the cathedral and the town hall from July 10 to August 3. Anyone who wants to can come and play or learn how to play chess - the rules can be found right next to it. And best of all: all the figures are visually inspired by the World Equestrian Games and are a great souvenir of the sporting highlight in Aachen. Just like the Karls figures of old, they adorn shop windows, offices and living rooms.

• For information and inquiries, please contact marketing@mail.aachen.de or order directly here.

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Supporting program

Euregio market

Aachen, a city in the heart of the border triangle, offers Euregional specialties and typical Aachen fare on Katschhof and Münsterplatz. From fries and puttes to Printen ice cream and Aachen beer - there's sure to be something for everyone. And if you don't want to buy anything from one of the many stalls, simply bring your own picnic. Benches and tables are available for a cozy get-together.

Suermondt-Ludwig-Museum

Grace, strength, elegance - since ancient times, horses have exerted a fascinating attraction on mankind, whether as majestic companions, for hunting or as loyal companions. In the Baroque period and the 19th century in particular, numerous depictions paid homage to the horse, its temperament, speed and power. On the occasion of the World Equestrian Games in Aachen, the Suermondt-Ludwig-Museum is therefore presenting an important exhibition that can be seen as a tribute to the horse in the visual arts.

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Center Charlemagne

We bring the atmosphere of the show into the city center! From May 16th to August 23rd, 2026, the Centre Charlemagne - Neues Stadtmuseum Aachen is presenting a photo exhibition "All about the CHIO Aachen" with spectacular, amusing and curious photos from the Aachen equestrian events of the last 100 years. The exhibition, created in collaboration with the Aachen-Laurensberger Rennverein Museum, looks back on an incomparable success story. Unique photographic documents show international sport - high-class, emotional, aesthetic.

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Press releases

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Starting signal in 365 days: World-class sport and royal splendor at the FEI World Championships Aachen 2026

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World Equestrian Games chess match at the Katschhof

From Friday, July 10, to Sunday, August 3, the city marketing department will be setting up an oversized chess set on the Katschhof, bringing the equestrian flair to the city even before the competitions. The "playing pieces" are detailed horse figures measuring between 85 and 140 centimeters. The figures were designed in Aachen and are 3D-printed at RWTH Aachen University. All game pieces can be purchased in advance in the limited, exclusive edition.

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Sponsors

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Savings Bank Aachen

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