Program of Sanlúcar de Barrameda Horse Races

Year 2022

It celebrates: From 9th August to 11th August

Place: Sanlúcar de Barrameda (Cádiz)

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The Sanlúcar Horse Races take place on the beach during the month of August and is one of the oldest equestrian races in Europe. A unique event.

Program of Sanlúcar de Barrameda Horse Races

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In 2022, horse racing will be held in two cycles during the month of August:

The first cycle: on 9, 10 and 11 August.
And the second cycle: on 23, 24 and 25 August.

The races will always take place at dusk, taking advantage of the ample space left by the low tide on the beach. Each of these afternoons 4 or 5 races are held, which correspond to their respective prizes.

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