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Pedestrian and Bicycle Paths – Comfort and Retention from the Manufacturer
Are you looking for an alternative to asphalt and concrete that will withstand years of use while remaining in harmony with nature? As the manufacturer of Natan Plast systems, we provide professional solutions for constructing bicycle paths and pedestrian routes that combine mobility with active environmental protection.
Modern planning of urban and recreational spaces requires materials that “work” together with nature. Traditional paths made of paving stones or concrete create impermeable barriers, contributing to the formation of urban heat islands and flooding. Natan Plast geocells are modular systems that allow the construction of bicycle and pedestrian routes with high durability while maintaining 100% rainwater permeability.
Ecological routes instead of concrete – why is it worth it?
Constructing a bicycle path or park walkway using geocells is a decision that benefits both the investor and the end user:
- High traffic comfort: Thanks to the unique honeycomb structure, the infill (aggregate or gravel) is stably locked in place. The path remains perfectly level, without ruts and loose stones, which is crucial for the safety of cyclists and people moving on grass grid surfaces.
- Natural terrain climate control: Surfaces based on Natan Plast geocells do not heat up as intensively as asphalt, which significantly improves the comfort of pedestrians on hot days.
- Instant drainage: Rainwater immediately permeates into the substrate. No more puddles and mud – paths are ready for use immediately after rainfall stops.
- Root system protection: Our systems are ideal for constructing park walkways near old-growth trees – they do not cut off roots from water and oxygen, which is a common problem with solid surfaces.
Partnership with the Manufacturer – Guarantee for Cities and Developers
As a manufacturer, we offer products with verified technical parameters, produced 100% from post-consumer waste recycling. By choosing Natan Plast, you support the circular economy:
- Carbon footprint reduction: Our production is based on energy-efficient technologies, and the raw material comes from recycling, which allows for obtaining additional points in environmental certifications of investments.
- Certified quality (IBDiM): We possess the necessary certificates and National Technical Assessment, which allows our products to be used in public procurement and in urbanized areas.
- Ease of installation and logistics: The lightness of the modules makes constructing paths in hard-to-reach locations (e.g., forests, national parks, waterfronts) significantly cheaper and faster than with traditional methods.
FAQ
Pedestrian and bicycle paths
Absolutely. The key is selecting the appropriate fine-fraction aggregate and its proper compaction within the grid cells. This creates a hard, stable surface that does not “float” under tires and provides excellent traction.
Yes. Ground stabilization using geocells allows for achieving a level surface that meets accessibility requirements for wheelchairs, provided fine-grained stone infill is used.
Geocell surfaces are very economical to maintain. They do not crack due to frost (which is a plague of bituminous roads), and any local repairs involve only replenishing the aggregate, which does not require heavy equipment.
Yes, however, in the case of intensive bicycle traffic, we recommend aggregate infill, which provides better stability. Grass works excellently on less frequently used pedestrian and recreational paths, creating so-called “green routes”.