2007 FEI European Jumping Championship to open in August (photo attached)

Updated：2007-06-21

The 2007 FEI European Jumping Championship will take place in Mannheim in south-eastern Germany from 14 to 19 August.

This year's FEI European Jumping Championship marks the 50th anniversary since the first ever such event was held in Rotterdam (NED) in 1957 where only eight riders competed. Ten times as many – 70 to 80 participants - are expected to compare their merit this year. It is the second time that Mannheim will be the host of such a prestigious championship. Sport of the highest quality, unforgettable atmosphere and a rich cultural programme celebrating, among other things, the 400th anniversary of the creation of the city of Mannheim will provide for an outstanding sporting event.

The winning German team at the 2005 FEI European Jumping Championship in San Patrignano