The Gelderlander is a Dutch warmblood horse breed, also described as a light draught horse. It was developed in the province of Gelderland in the Netherlands as a carriage horse that could also do farm work. In 1965, it became one of the foundation breeds of the Dutch Warmblood, also known as KWPN; the other foundation breed was the heavier Groninger horse from the north. The Gelderlander is registered in a division of the Royal Dutch Sport Horse stud-book. That stud-book also has divisions for the Dutch Warmblood and the Dutch Harness Horse. These details make the breed relevant to readers interested in Dutch horse origins, carriage and farm roles, or the development of the Dutch Warmblood.
Who it is for
The Gelderlander may suit readers interested in Dutch warmbloods, light draught horses, or breeds historically used for carriage and farm work.
What is good
- Dutch warmblood breed
- Developed for carriage use and farm work
- Foundation breed of the Dutch Warmblood in 1965
What to know first
- Registered in a division of the Royal Dutch Sport Horse stud-book
Verdict
The Gelderlander combines Dutch warmblood identity with a history as a carriage horse capable of farm work. Its role as a foundation breed of the Dutch Warmblood is a defining part of its history.
