Haras de Corneville
training, breeding & brokering
Welcome to Haras de Corneville, a 30-hectare stud farm in the heart of the Pays d’Auge, Normandy.
Since 2005, we, Erik and Loes Dragt, have been the proud owners of this unique estate, located in Les Authieux-Papion, near Lisieux, Deauville, Cabourg, and Caen.
Haras de Corneville combines experience, passion, and craftsmanship with a personal approach.
We strive to provide every horse and owner with the best possible support – from breeding to auction.
Haras de Corneville, in the heart of Normandy equestrian sports, is an oasis of tranquility, craftsmanship, and experience!
Erik & Loes Dragt
About us
A dream come true!
Haras de Corneville has been owned by Erik and Loes Dragt, originally from the Netherlands, since 2005. Upon purchase, the estate encompassed 25 hectares; it has since expanded to 30 hectares.
Located in the heart of the French equestrian world, Erik and Loes are fully committed to breeding harness horses, close to a wide range of potential locations.
With a close-knit and experienced team, we provide comprehensive support throughout the entire breeding process: from service to foaling. Our focus is on quality, care, and personal attention – tailored to the needs of each owner.
We work closely with the Clinique de Livet in Saint-Michel-de-Livet (10 km from the haras), led by Dr. Nicolas Levillain, and with our long-standing farrier, Judikael Bosscherie. We are also located close to the renowned auction houses of Arqana Deauville, Cabourg, and Caen, where we are happy to advise and guide our clients.
Great horses raised at Haras de Corneville
Milliondollarhyme (1.09,2 – SEK 9.124.766), Eagle Eye Sherry (1.11,2 – SEK 6.181.000), Great Skills (1.09,8 – SEK 7.716.947), Bryssel (1.11,4 – SEK 3.027.162), Chimi (1.10,1 – SEK 1.116,900), Elegance Saulnier (1.12,8 – SEK 2.071.376), High Flyer (1.11,9 – NOK 1.523.199), Garden Leave (1.11,0 – SEK 1.133.550), Good Vibes (1.11,2 – SEK 2.459.000), Oracle Tile (1.09,4 – SEK 5.900.727), Brambling (1.09,7 – SEK 5.760.591) Competivo (1.10,5 – SEK 1.323,200), Oriana Boko (1.11,7 – SEK 3.026.130) e.v.a.
What we do
Working with horses, with attention, knowledge and love for the animal.
At Haras de Corneville, we guide horses through various stages of their development. From broodmare and foal to young horse and harness horse in training. Breeding and training naturally blend within our company, based on tranquility, continuity, and individual attention for each horse.
We focus on guiding your broodmare(s), raising yearlings, caring for retired horses, and training and preparing harness horses for French racing. This allows horses to develop in a familiar environment, whether they are at the beginning of their careers or already active in the sport.
We support you in guiding your mare towards and during the service with the French stallion of your choice. We handle all the paperwork and communication with the stallion owner. After the service, we ensure your mare has everything she needs, allowing her to prepare for the foal in peace.
Haras de Corneville offers:
- 30 hectares of fully drained pasture
- A straight 1,000-meter track
- Two training arenas with the same surface as the Cabourg hippodrome
- All our paddocks are equipped with shelters
- 42 spacious and high outdoor stalls
- Abfohl birth alarm
- Professional breeding stocks
- Easy access to the stallion owners
- Excellent veterinary support
To allow a horse’s talents to fully develop, good facilities and a peaceful environment are essential. Thanks to our infrastructure and experience, we can guide horses step by step, from rearing to training.
Our training center is characterized by peace and tranquility. Horses train in a safe, well-organized environment with solid fencing and spacious paddocks. The various hippodromes are easily accessible from Haras de Corneville, allowing horses to be optimally prepared for their athletic careers.
Haras de Corneville in view
One picture is worth a thousand words
To give you the most complete impression possible of Haras de Corneville, our work, and who we are, we commissioned a company video.
Through stunning (drone) footage, you’ll get a complete impression of Haras de Corneville. Our photo page also offers a glimpse into the daily operations of Haras de Corneville.