Scooter traffic on public roads

đź›´ Regulation of electric scooters in Europe* (2025)

🇪🇺 Country 🚦 Max. speed 🧒 Minimum age 🪖 Headphones 🚫 S idewalks 📏 Max. authorized length
🇫🇷 France 25 km/h 14 years old Mandatory outside built-up areas Prohibited unless otherwise authorized 1,65 m
🇩🇪 Germany 20 km/h 14 years old Recommended Forbidden 2,00 m
🇪🇸 Spain 25 km/h 16 years old Mandatory for minors Forbidden 2,00 m
🇮🇹 Italy 20 km/h 14 years old Mandatory < 18 years Forbidden 2,00 m
🇧🇪 Belgium 25 km/h 16 years old Recommended Forbidden 2,00 m
🇨🇭 Switzerland 20 km/h 14 years old Recommended Forbidden 2,00 m
🇦🇩 Andorra 25 km/h 14 years old Mandatory for minors Forbidden 2,00 m
* Please refer to the legislation in force in your country.
 

đź“ť Important notes :

  • The maximum length applies to scooters approved for use on public roads.

  • Above these dimensions, they may be reclassified as mopeds or special vehicles.

  • Rules may vary locally (cities, cantons, Länder).

  • Helmets, lights, brakes and reflective vests are often mandatory or strongly recommended.

  • The maximum length is set at 2 meters in most European countries. Only France has set the limit at 1.65 meters for use on public roads.   

PDF - How to get around France 🇫🇷