Heinshof Riding Farm Lüneburg Heath
since 1540

Heinshof Riding Farm is one of the oldest farms in Northern Germany, founded in 1540 in Egestorf in the Lüneburg Heath Nature Park. The listed ensemble of historic Lower Saxon half-timbered houses is located in the district of Sahrendorf, 21272 Egestorf – just 45 minutes south of Hamburg, directly adjacent to the Lüneburg Heath Nature Reserve. Owner and head trainer Linda Naeve-Haht runs the farm with her husband Patrick Haht. Linda is a professional riding trainer, coach, and competition rider. Together with Patrick, she manages the farm, offering personalized care and the highest standards in equestrian sport and horse services.

See for yourself: Virtual Tour of Heinshof · Gallery

Couple Linda & Patrick with a brown horse.

Ride Directly from the Farm

Riding Couple on a Trail Ride in the Lüneburg Heath

Elderly lady on a brown horse being taught by coach Linda Naeve

Farm dog Mr. Darcy poses in front of the horse stable

Riding Holidays at Heinshof

A riding holiday at Heinshof combines professional equestrian sport with genuine holiday comfort. Whether it’s an extended riding weekend in the Lüneburg Heath, a full week, or a seasonal stay in autumn or winter – Heinshof has the perfect package.

Offers by target group: Riding Holidays for Adults · Riding Holidays for Beginners · Riding Holidays for Couples · Riding Holidays for Singles · Riding Holidays for Families · Mother-Child Riding Holidays · Father-Child Riding Holidays

If you wish to bring your own horse, you can find all information on the Riding Holidays with Your Own Horse page. All prices and packages at a glance: Prices · Packages · Vouchers

Holiday Apartments directly on the Farm

Eight luxury holiday apartments in the historic Lower Saxon farm ensemble offer top-level comfort – with box-spring beds, real wood floors, and high-quality bathrooms. All apartments are located directly on the farm.

Apartments at a glance: Moritz · Quinn · Cossma · La Jolie · Max · Caretina · Robiani · Clausi

Additional services: Fresh Bread Roll Service · Farm Shop with Regional Products · Patisserie · All Services · Check Availability

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The living and dining room of the Caretina holiday apartment at Heinshof.

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Horses: Breeding, Purchase, Leasing, and Rental

An adult riding couple stands with a horse in the pasture. It is summer. The male rider photographs his girlfriend hugging a horse.

Heinshof actively breeds show jumpers and offers a comprehensive range of horses for anyone looking to delve deeper into the equestrian world.

Our school horses are well-trained and suitable for all skill levels. If you are looking for a horse: Horse Sales – Leisure and Competition Horses. If you want to sell your horse: Horse Purchase. For those who want to enjoy a horse without full ownership: Horse Leasing, rental for lessons, and Riding Shares.

The health of the horses is a top priority: Osteopathy, Acupuncture, and Holistic Horse Care at Heinshof – all horses receive regular osteopathic and acupuncture treatments.

A group of riders toasts with a Gin Tonic at the end of the day. One rider takes a selfie.

A very long oak table with chairs in the Heinshof's Event Barn

Two small children sit on mini Shetland ponies at Heinshof's historic farmstead. Their mothers stand next to them, holding the ponies by the halter. Everyone is smiling at the camera.

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Events at the Historic Farm

The listed farm ensemble is the perfect backdrop for special occasions. Heinshof hosts children’s birthday parties at the riding farm, bachelorette parties with horses, corporate incentives and team building, and Christmas parties in a unique atmosphere. All event offers at a glance.

Awards & Press

Founded 1540 · Listed Lower Saxon Farm Ensemble · Equipment Partner Helite Airbag Vests and CWD (handmade saddles) · Press presence in Mein Pferd, Horsewoman Magazine, and Emotion Slow Magazine · Linda Naeve-Haht participated in the Baltic Horse Show and is co-author of a book on horse training.

All press reports: Press & Media · Blog · Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)