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Is a warning triangle mandatory in Denmark?

When you must use it and how far back

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Short answer

Danish law says a vehicle that has stopped after a breakdown or an accident, where it causes danger or trouble for traffic, must be marked with a triangular warning sign if it cannot be moved at once. The rule covers cars, vans, lorries and trailers, while two-wheeled mopeds and motorcycles without a sidecar are exempt. Place the triangle at least 50 m before the car on country roads and in towns, and at least 100 m before it on motorways. It must stand so that drivers coming towards it are warned in good time.

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Why

  1. Drivers behind you need time to brake and change lanes.
  2. The rule applies to trailers as well as cars.
  3. Motorways need a longer distance than other roads.

Details

If you can move the car off the road straight away, you do that instead of setting up the triangle.

Tip

In a rental car, check that the triangle is in the boot before you leave the rental desk.

What may differ

Other countries have their own rules on vests and other equipment, so check them before you drive on from Denmark.

Common misconception

Some drivers think the hazard lights are enough when the car stops on the road.

What actually happens

A car that is a danger to traffic and cannot be moved at once must also be marked with a warning triangle.

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Sources

This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules, fines and fees can change, so check the Danish authorities before you drive.

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