Equitana - The World Exhibition for Equestrian Sports

Hosting 1,000 Horses

Every two years, MESSE ESSEN is transformed into the world’s largest equestrian venue. During EQUITANA, around 1,000 horses move onto the exhibition grounds, all of which need to be cared for, exercised and looked after. Animal welfare is our highest priority and forms the basis for the design and construction of the temporary stables located in selected exhibition halls as well as on outdoor parking and logistics areas.

Once our neighing guests have settled in, the next logistical challenge begins: managing and disposing of several tonnes of horse manure.

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How do the horses travel safely from the stabling areas to the exhibition halls?

Without disrupting traffic and while ensuring the safety of pedestrians?

Our traffic and logistics team has the perfect solution.

Priority for Four Hooves: Dedicated Horse Traffic Lights

To provide horses and riders with a safe and stress-free route between the stabling areas and the exhibition halls, the MESSE ESSEN logistics team installs a dedicated traffic light system for horses during EQUITANA. The lights turn green whenever horses and riders need to cross.

In addition, a specially designated route, separated from both roads and pedestrian walkways, ensures that two-legged and four-legged traffic can move safely without

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