Other names: Norico-Pinzgauer, Pinzgauer, and Oberlander. The Noriker's which are bred in Germany's state stud farm of Marbach are known as Black Forest Horses.
History: Over two thousand years ago, this breed found its start in the province of Noricum, although the breed has been mostly developed around Salzburg. During Roman times this area was called Juvavum, and was known for the horses bred there. This breed is very common in Austria, and currently more than half of the horses there are Norikers.
Uses: These beauties were bred with the intention of a strong war horse that could also be used as a pack animal. People have found that Norikers also excel in agricultural work, harness, and hauling timber.
Height: 16-17hh
Conformation: Good clean limbs, sturdy, hard hooves, thick neck, thick mane/tail, deep chest
Color: Black, bay, chestnut, brown, gray, roan, pinto
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