German Olympic Committee for Equestrianism (DOKR)

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Freiherr-von-Langen-Straße 13, 48231 Warendorf
funsport & games multifunctional arena Venue

The German Olympic Committee for Equestrianism (DOKR) was founded in 1913. Since then it has been located in Warendorf and is affiliated to the German Equestrian Federation (FN). The main task of the Committee is to look after top athletes and young riders in preparation for championships in the disciplines of dressage, jumping, driving, eventing, vaulting and reining. Together with the Federal Training Centre, the DOKR sponsors training facilities for squad members as well as young riders and drivers. The DOKR is the official organiser of the well-known Federal Championships.

Tour information
  • The outdoor grounds of the DOKR are freely accessible during the day. When visiting the grounds, please be considerate of the athletes.
  • Guided tours are also available on request from Warendorf Tourist Information.

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Information for riders
The DOKR is the venue for the federal championships and thus an important event location for equestrian sports enthusiasts.
Those who prefer to be out in nature with their horse can marvel at the FN and DOKR railings from the comfort of the Münsterland Reitroute.
Information for cyclists
Numerous themed cycle routes offer interesting cycling tours through Münsterland. The signposted themed cycle routes each show very specific content of the region and thus tell exciting stories about Münsterland. The following themed cycle route runs close to the DOKR site:
Historic town centres
The entrance to the Münsterland cycle path network, which is approximately 4,500 kilometres long, is at Dr.-Rau-Allee. Those who prefer to explore the surroundings of Warendorf by bicycle can use the designated cycle path network. Popular destinations are the double castle complex Harkotten, the historic city centre of Telgte or Münster with its numerous leisure facilities. Relaxed cycling tours along the Ems are also an option.
Guided tours
A one-hour guided tour can be requested from the Tourist Information of the City of Warendorf. The tour provides insights into the joint location of the German Olympic Committee for Equestrianism and the German Equestrian Federation. During the tour it is possible to visit the sports facilities and grounds and feel the atmosphere of intensive training and sensational successes there.

Guided tours
Groups max. 20 Personen pro Gruppe: 50 €

Parking
Parking is available at the DOKR and the adjacent FN.
Arrival
The DOKR is located on the northern outskirts of Warendorf, adjacent to the German Equestrian Federation (FN).
Arrival by car:
B64 federal road, junction to the A2 motorway. Coming from Hanover, take the Rheda-Wiedenbrück exit. Coming from the Ruhr area, take the Beckum exit.
B475 federal road, junction in a north-westerly direction to the A1 motorway.
Travelling by train:
Railway line: Münster - Bielefeld
Regional train 67/71 ("Der Warendorfer")
Distance from station: approx. 3 kilometres
Travelling by bus
from Münster: S20 express bus in the direction of Warendorf, exit at Warendorf railway station
from Warendorf station take bus line B5 to the Tönneburg stop, from there approx. 500 metres to the DOKR

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Last changed on 17.02.2025

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