Are private e-scooters legal in Denmark?
Yes, if it meets the trial scheme rules.
Short answer
Yes, you may ride your own e-scooter in Denmark if it meets the rules of the trial scheme for small motorised vehicles. The scooter must be CE marked, its motor may drive it at most 20 km/h, it may weigh at most 25 kg and be at most 2 m long and 0.70 m wide. It may not have a seat or pedals; a scooter with a seat must meet the moped rules, with type approval, registration and a number plate. The police can confiscate e-scooters that do not meet the rules.
Why
- Must be CE marked.
- Max 20 km/h and 25 kg.
- No seat, or moped rules apply.
Details
In Aarhus private scooters made up 72.7 % of the e-scooters observed in 2022, up from 43.8 % in 2019.
Tip
Before you buy, check that the scooter meets Danish rules, especially the 20 km/h limit.
What may differ
The trial scheme has no fixed end date, but the rules are evaluated every year and can change.
Common misconception
Any e-scooter sold in a shop is legal to ride in Denmark.
What actually happens
Only scooters that meet the Danish rules may be ridden on public roads.
People also ask
- Do you need insurance for an e-scooter in Denmark?
- How fast can an e-scooter go in Denmark?
- Does an e-scooter need lights in Denmark?
Sources
- Retsinformation: Order on the trial scheme for motorised scooters (BEK no. 40 of 2019)Checked at:
- Danish Road Traffic Authority: Trial schemes for small motorised vehiclesChecked at:
- Danish Road Safety Council: Rules for e-scootersChecked at:
- Danish Road Traffic Authority: Evaluation of the trial schemes for small motorised vehicles 2020–2022Checked at:
This answer is for reference only. Timetables, routes and fares change, so check the operator before you travel.
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