top of page

Black Forest Horse

The Black Forest Horse, also known as the Black Forest Draft Horse, is a traditional draft breed originating from the Black Forest region of southern Germany. Historically bred for farm work, forestry and carriage driving in mountainous terrain, the breed is known for its reliability, endurance and gentle temperament.

Compared to many heavier coldblood breeds, they are somewhat lighter and more versatile in build while still maintaining strong pulling ability and sturdy conformation.

Height

14.0 - 15.2 hh |  0.90 - 1.00

Divison

Draft

Origin

Germany

Feathers

Yes

Coat Overview

Common | Accepted

Chestnut_edited_edited.jpg

Chestnut

ChatGPT Image 14. Mai 2026, 15_25_28.png

Flaxen

24b5301e-b729-47f5-8a9a-4e1088b6a8b0.png

Mealy

Rare | Uncommon

Roan.PNG

Roan

ChatGPT Image 11. Mai 2026, 19_52_06.png

Rabicano

ChatGPT Image 11. Mai 2026, 19_49_52.png

Dominant 
White

Sabino_edited.jpg

Sabino

Unrealistic | Not Accepted

Capture_edited.jpg

Bay

Black_edited.jpg

Black

Grexy_edited.jpg

Grey

PerlinoCremello.PNG

Perlino
Cremello

Palomino.PNG

Palomino

Buckskin.PNG

Buckskin

Champange.PNG

Champagne

ChatGPT Image 11. Mai 2026, 20_38_39.png

Mushroom

smokey black.PNG

Smokey

ChatGPT Image 11. Mai 2026, 20_33_33.png

Silver

Dun.PNG

Dun

ChatGPT Image 11. Mai 2026, 19_46_00.png

Brindle

ToveroOveroTobiano.PNG

Tovero
Overo

Tobiano.PNG

Tobiano
Splashed

Appaloosa.PNG

Appaloosa

Not sure which breeding genes belong to a specific coat color or pattern?
You can always visit the Coat Genetics tab for a full overview of the genes and coat variations used within the archive.

ChatGPT Image 11. Mai 2026, 14_10_03.png
bottom of page