Questions

Lunging arena

What makes a good lunging arena?

A lunging arena is understood as a smaller indoor riding arena, which can be executed in a round or angular form. The lunging arenas are mainly used for lunging and free running of the horses or for groundwork. Lunging arenas are often supplemented with a walker. This way, the full potential of this round arena for horses is utilized.

As a traditional hall builder, square and round halls are no challenge for us either technically or architecturally. We are flexible and build your lunging facility in high quality, tailored to your measurement specifications and personal wishes.

High-quality roof claddings with bitumen or tiled roofing
As glued laminated timber or steel-glued laminated timber construction
Flexible wall and barrier design
Can be equipped with wind nets
Suitable for diameters from 15 m to 22 m
Extensions for a dry entrance area possible
Suitable for the retrofitting of walkers

High-quality and safe lunging arena by HÖRMANN

Lunging arenas by HÖRMANN:
Built high-quality, safe, and comfortable

In the construction of round halls, we draw on our extensive know-how in hall construction. With more than 600 buildings per year and representations throughout Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, we can realize your lunging arena at any location and with any snow load. We always pay attention to appropriate eave heights and are happy to advise you on the dimensions of your lunging facility, such as the choice of diameter. Depending on the intended use, the dimensions for round halls for horses can vary significantly.

Build a lunging arena with a walker - because horses are herd animals

A lunging arena is often combined with a walker. We are flexible in this regard. Our lunging arenas are designed so that a walker can also be retrofitted.

Roof variant of a lunging arena by HÖRMANN

Roof variants for lunging arenas:
well thought out all around

All common roofing forms are suitable for lunging arenas. The individual roof variants each have different advantages regarding weather protection, insulation, design, and the indoor climate. Therefore, the selection is always closely related to the intended use of the round hall. We advise you on the choice of the right roof cladding.

Visually appealing facade of a lunging arena by HÖRMANN

Facade design for lunging arenas: Individual and visually appealing

No element shapes the external effect of your building as decisively as a well-designed facade. Different combinations of wall claddings such as with light bands, wind protection nets, space boards, or perforated sheets create a daylight-flooded atmosphere with good ventilation. High-quality roof claddings with bitumen or tile cladding give the appearance the final touch. From the numerous possibilities, our architects develop an exclusive design concept for your HÖRMANN lunging arena.

Lunging arena with high comfort factor by HÖRMANN

We build your lunging arena with a high comfort factor for your horses

Our lunging arenas are more than just weather protection. The combination of light-creating building elements, ventilation systems, and modern LED technology inside the hall create a pleasant indoor climate and optimal training conditions. This comfort provides additional enjoyment in daily work with the horse.

Building application and approval of the round hall with HÖRMANN

More about building lunging arenas with HÖRMANN: Costs, prices, building application, and approval of the lunging arena

We at HÖRMANN support you wherever you wish. Specifically, this means: We provide architectural advice for the construction of your lunging arena, submit the building application, and initiate the approval process.

Regarding costs and prices, we are happy to provide you with a non-binding initial offer with a 3D visualization of your lunging arena.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)

What cost items should I consider when building a riding facility?

In addition to the obvious material and assembly costs for the building, there are other services and trades that need to be considered. Of course, these vary depending on the building project and its complexity.

Possible cost items can include:
-        Concept creation/planning
-        Preparation of building application documents
-        Surveying/soil investigation
-        Execution planning
-        Structural analysis
-        Fire protection report
-        Earthworks
-        Grounding system
-        Interior construction: electrical installation, lighting, heating/sanitation
-        Stable equipment
-        Indoor riding arena floor
-        Irrigation system
-        Outdoor facilities
-        Etc.

We are happy to advise you on the cost points that need to be considered when building a riding facility.

How big should a horse-friendly box be?

The size of the box depends on the size of the horse. As a minimum size, the guidelines for assessing horse husbandry from an animal welfare perspective provide the formula (2xWh)². For a withers height of 1.70 m, this results in a box size of at least 11.56 m². However, in planning, areas for hay racks should also be considered, as these may need to be deducted depending on the model. We are happy to advise you on a case-by-case basis.

Is a horse stable or an indoor riding arena subject to approval?

Yes, a horse stable or an indoor riding arena always requires approval! First, it must be clarified whether it will be built inside or outside. Depending on this, further requirements arise that determine whether a building is eligible for approval. For a planned construction project, it is therefore advisable to contact the local authorities early. We are happy to assist you in the approval processes for your building.

How do I achieve a pleasant riding atmosphere in the indoor riding arena?

In the indoor riding arena, two factors play a decisive role: firstly, the penetration of daylight, which ensures a bright, friendly atmosphere. Secondly, the air quality. Optimal supply and exhaust air allow the air to circulate and be exchanged. This is especially necessary due to the regular watering of the riding floor. An insulated roof completes the picture and buffers external temperature extremes, allowing for riding in the indoor riding arena throughout the year.

Photovoltaics on riding facilities - what needs to be considered?

Equipping the riding facility with a photovoltaic system leads to energy-efficient management of the entire equestrian operation or can financially support the operation with full feed-in.
However, it is important to clarify feasibility at the given location beforehand. This mainly involves the connection to the power grid and the presence of a nearby transformer. If feasibility is fundamentally possible, the PV load must be included in the structural calculation of the building - with us, this is already included in the offer.

What advantages does wood as a building material offer?

Building with wood is climate-friendly! Why?
Because 1 m³ of wood binds approximately 1 t of CO₂ during its growth. At HÖRMANN, we predominantly rely on domestic woods to keep transport routes as short as possible and thus contribute to climate protection. Furthermore, wood as a building material creates a bright, friendly atmosphere, ensuring that both horses and humans feel completely comfortable. Additionally, wood can be architecturally optimally combined with other building materials.
Feel free to talk to us about it!

References Riding Facilities

Please select an area:

More details >