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Can you cycle on the pavement in Denmark?

Pavements and footpaths are for pedestrians.

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Short answer

No, in Denmark you may not ride a bike on the pavement or on a footpath. Under the guideline fine rates of 27 February 2025 the fine is 700 kr. Not using a cycle path where there is one also costs 700 kr., and so does cycling through a pedestrian crossing. Riding on the left side of a cycle path against the traffic costs 1,000 kr.

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Why

  1. Pavement riding is 700 kr.
  2. You must use the cycle path where there is one.
  3. Wrong-way cycling on a path costs 1,000 kr.

Details

The same 700 kr. applies to e-scooter riders on a footpath or in a pedestrian crossing.

Tip

If you need to use the pavement, get off and walk the bike.

What may differ

The guideline rate does not apply if there was an accident or a dangerous situation.

Common misconception

Cycling slowly on the pavement is fine in Denmark.

What actually happens

Speed does not matter: riding on the pavement is an offence with a 700 kr. fine.

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Sources

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

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