Zara Tindall has delighted royal watchers after stepping out for a rare international gathering alongside fellow European royals in Germany on Tuesday.
Attending the opening festivities for the 2026 FEI World Championships at Allianz Park in Aachen, the 45-year-old looked effortless as she joined Princess Amalia of the Netherlands and Queen Mary of Denmark.
The major equestrian event holds a special significance for Princess Anne’s daughter, marking two decades since she famously claimed individual eventing gold at the exact same venue in 2006.
Taking a break from her summer holiday, the mother-of-three appeared in high spirits as she joined fellow royals at the celebrated event.
© Getty ImagesZara Tindall attends gala event during the opening of the 2026 FEI World Championships
Zara turned heads in a sleeveless black tailored ensemble featuring a structured V-neckline and lapel detailing. She amped up the glamour with chic translucent tortoiseshell sunglasses from FINLAY, subtle gold hoop earrings and a chain-strap crossbody bag, while styling her blonde hair in a fresh, pin-straight chin-length bob.
A royal reunion in Germany
Princess Amalia, 22, looked elegant in a summery white and emerald-green striped dress.
The royal, who is first in line to the Dutch throne, wore her hair in a half-up, half-down style, with soft waves falling over her shoulders, and accessorised with a forest-green leather clutch, statement drop earrings featuring green gemstones and delicate gold bangles.
© Getty ImagesPrincess Amalia of the Netherlands looked lovely in her summer dress
Meanwhile, Queen Mary, 54, opted for a brown sleeveless maxi dress featuring a delicate white micro-polka-dot print.
The Danish monarch cinched her waist with a slim, statement belt encrusted with sparkling amber and cognac-toned gemstones.
© Getty ImagesQueen Mary of Denmark opted for a chic brown polka dot dress
Her glossy brunette hair was worn down in loose, natural waves with a centre parting. She completed her look with radiant, sun-kissed makeup and a warm pink lip.
At the event, three royal stables, representing the Netherlands, Denmark and Great Britain, will parade their historic carriages during the ceremony, each serving as a symbol of its respective dynasty.
Zara Tindall’s love of horses
Zara’s adoration for all things equine has been documented throughout her entire life, with the former equestrian winning a silver medal in the 2012 London Olympics for the equestrian eventing team competition. In 2020, Zara became a patron of World Horse Welfare, joining the charity alongside her mother, Princess Anne, who serves as its president.
© GettyZara Tindall pictured at the Open Intermediate event at Barbury Horse Trials in March
Back in November, Zara gave an impassioned speech, urging audiences at a conference last November to see “through the horse’s eyes.”
“I think seeing through their eyes is all about partnership; it’s feeling them every day and how different they come out, being receptive to that and working with that,” she said.