As a result of the pandemic, the traditional horse week has had to be carried out in principle without an audience for the past two years.
– It’s crazy. Just yesterday, the first day, there were more people in, place here than in 2020 and 2021. It feels absolutely fantastic and everyone you meet is just as happy, says Jan-Olof “Jana” Wanius, CEO of Falsterbo Horse Show.
With since 1955
A record has been set even before the competitions end next weekend, namely the most long-standing official. Leif “Torparen” Carlsson has been involved and helped behind the scenes since – 1955.
– I have tried to step down, but it is like a poison in the body with the atmosphere and the wonderful friendship here, “Torparen” tells SVT
Join a guided tour in the throng of horse people, veterans and, not least, the official who met the love of his life during the 2009 competitions.
SVT has dug into the archive. See photos from the folk festival over the years: