Meet The Stunning And Endangered 'Black Forest' Horses Of Germany

All horses are beautiful in my opinion. But there are some that are unique and catch your eye and hold your grasp. The Black Forest Horse of Germany is certainly one of these horse breeds that you cannot resist admiring. It's characterized by a dense golden mane that pops against the rich chestnut color of their coat. Be prepared to fall in love with this light draft breed that's evolved over centuries in the Black Forest of southwest Germany.

The Black Forest Horses have been documented since the 15th century, according to the archives of the Abbey of Saint Peter in the Black Forest. Although these cold-blooded horses are not as powerful as your large draft horse breeds, they are robust, strong, and capable. The Black Forest Horse weighs between 1,250 and 1,400 pounds on average. Mares range in height from 14.3 to 15.5 hands, while stallions can reach up to 16 hands.