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About us

Meet our ranch and the Gipsy Horses team

The Ranch

Welcome to Gipsy Horses Ranch in Westerlo, in the middle of the beautiful Kempen region, the place in Belgium where the atmosphere of the Wild West comes alive. The ranch is centrally located and therefore easily accessible from Antwerp, Hasselt and Brussels.

Western riding for all levels

The ranch offers you a wide range of offerings. Whether you are getting into the saddle for the first time or have been riding horses for yearsriding, there are trainings, lessons and workshops in a variety of disciplines and for different levels.

Everyone is welcome!

Relax in true western atmosphere

After riding, you can relax in our cozy saloon and terrace. Throughout the year we organize numerous activities: western events, theme days, team building, (children’s) parties, weddings, …

Western & boho lifestyle shop

Shopaholics also feel at home here. In the Gipsy Horses shop you will find a unique collection of saddles, harnesses, western and boho clothing and accessories. Everything to fully live your passion for horses and the western lifestyle.

Hospitality and experience

At the Gipsy Horses Ranch and the Gipsy Horses Rodeo Cowboy Association, hospitality and fun are paramount. Here you come not just to ride, but to experience a real western experience in the middle of the Belgian Kempen.

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The GHR team

William Henry Dougan

Father of western riding in Europe Founder & Director

William Junior Dougan

The new generation of cowboys Director

Maxine Michiels

Barrel racing expert & creative role model Driver