Construction of an all-weather paddock

Creation of an all-weather paddock. In this ECORASTER equestrian project, an approximately 300 m² horse paddock—formerly a muddy field—was transformed into a weather-resistant all-weather paddock that can now be used year-round. The starting point was a surface prone to mud and water, which quickly became impassable when wet and was of little use to horses. By using a water-permeable ground grid system from ECORASTER in combination with geotextile and gravel, this problem was solved and a durable, low-maintenance, and load-bearing surface was created.

The ECORASTER TE50 ground grid was used for the paddock—a particularly robust grid with thick walls and high load-bearing capacity, suitable for equestrian sports and intensive use scenarios such as exercise and paddock areas. After laying down a geotextile to separate the area from the natural ground, the ECORASTER elements were installed and then filled with gravel, creating a stable, permeable surface. As soon as the project was completed, mud and slush became a thing of the past—the horses can now use their paddock regardless of the weather or moisture levels.

The resulting all-weather paddock combines high load-bearing capacity, easy cleaning, and natural water drainage—advantages that are particularly crucial for horse paddocks. This design significantly reduces maintenance requirements while creating a comfortable, hygienic surface that enhances both animal welfare and practical utility.