Abstract: An impact-resistant protection element, which can be fitted around legs of mobile scaffolds. The protection element, which is generally disc-shaped, is made of a material capable of at least manual elastic deformation, such as a plastic. An engagement opening present in the material is made accessible by deformation of the material, so that the protection element can readily be brought into engagement with the legs of the scaffold. The protection element includes one or more recesses that provide space upon deformation of the material, which recesses prevent the formation of cracks in the material in the case of frequent use. The protection element prevents damage being caused when the scaffold is moved towards a newly finished wall. The protection element will bump against the wall in that case, and impact forces will be absorbed under elastic deformation thereof without damage being caused.