About us

At De Zeven Bunders, we focus on the details that shape the future: steady growth, balanced nutrition, safe turnout and calm handling. We rear young horses with consistency and care so they develop into sound, confident athletes.

A Legacy of Thoughtful Excellence

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Jens’s philosophy is simple: every great horse begins with a thoughtful start. His passion for breeding and raising horses combines experience, intuition, and a meticulous eye for quality, ensuring that De Zeven Bunders remains synonymous with excellence, reliability, and care.

Jens De hertog:

“Horses have been the common thread throughout my entire life. At the age of six, I took my very first steps into the equestrian world at De Verbrande Brug Riding School. What started as a childhood enthusiasm soon grew into a lifelong passion. I spent my entire youth there, surrounded by horses, lessons, and unforgettable moments that laid the foundation for everything that followed.

As I grew older, my focus gradually shifted towards show jumping. I competed for many years at regional level, gaining valuable experience with a variety of horses while continuously developing myself as a rider. Over time, not only my experience but also my ambitions grew: I dreamed of creating my own place, where quality, calmness, and respect for the horse would be central.

That dream became reality with the establishment of a small-scale stable at my home. It was there that my first foal was born — a moment that marked the beginning of my passion for breeding. Watching young horses grow and guiding them from birth into mature sport horses gives me a deep sense of fulfillment. The land on which our stable is located is known as De Zeven Bunders, a name I proudly adopted for my breeding program.

Today, I run a young horse rearing and development stable where welfare, correct upbringing, and long-term potential are always the priority. A particularly meaningful chapter began in December 2025, when we acquired the very riding school where my own journey with horses first started — a symbolic return to my roots.

With experience, dedication, and deep respect for tradition, I continue to build the future of exceptional young horses — driven by the same passion with which it all began.”

1982 - The origins of the manege

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Building trust, responsiveness, and a willing temperament from day one.

Socialisation & Pasture Life

Foals learn natural herd dynamics, fostering mental resilience and social confidence.

Optimal Nutrition & Health Oversight

Balanced feeding, turnout, and veterinary monitoring ensure steady, robust development.

Our
Strengths

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Over 60 hectares at our disposal

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Working only with the best nutrition

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High-quality breeding programme

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Centrally located, close to Brussels airport

A Community

De Zeven Bunders is more than a breeding and rearing facility, it is a community of horse enthusiasts, experts, and partners who share a dedication to equine excellence. From foal to sport horse, we invite our clients to witness, participate, and celebrate the journey of each horse we raise.