Electric Skateboards in France
Regulations 2026
France is one of the most advanced European countries regarding EDPM regulations. Here's everything you need to know to ride legally.
🧭 Official Status
Since the decree of 23 October 2019, France has recognised electric skateboards as EDPMs (Engins de Déplacement Personnel Motorisés). They are therefore officially permitted on public roads, just like electric scooters, unicycles, and gyropods.
France is one of the first European countries to have established a complete and clear legal framework for this type of vehicle. The rules are precise, penalties defined, and traffic zones clearly identified.
⚙️ Legal Conditions
- Speed limited to 25 km/h maximum (removing the speed limiter is punishable by a fine).
- Front and rear lights are mandatory, as well as side and rear reflectors.
- An audible warning device (like a bell or horn).
- Third-party liability insurance is mandatory – without it, you are riding illegally.
- Minimum age: 14 years old.
- Full compliance with the Highway Code.
- Helmet highly recommended (not yet mandatory for adults, but mandatory for children under 12 on bicycles – the recommendation applies by extension).
- Reflective vest mandatory outside built-up areas and at night.
🚧 Where to Ride
- In town: on cycle paths first. In the absence of a path, on the road limited to 50 km/h max.
- Outside built-up areas: only on cycle paths or greenways.
- Pavements: strictly prohibited, unless otherwise decided by the municipality (in this case, you must ride at walking pace, at 6 km/h max).
- Parking: prohibited on pavements in certain cities (Paris, in particular, imposes dedicated zones).
Possible fines: up to 1.€500 for riding on the pavement, derestriction, or lack of lighting. €135 for non-compliance with traffic rules.
🛹 What Evo-Spirit Offers
All our Evo-Spirit electric skateboards have a compliant EDPM version that meets French regulations: speed limited to 25 km/h, full front and rear lighting, an audible warning device, and integrated safety equipment.
Our flagship model for legal use in France: the Switcher V3 City EDPM, designed for the city and approved for public roads.
Our team is here to help for any questions about the compliance, limitation, or insurance of your Evo-Spirit e-skate.
🏁 In Summary
In France, riders have it pretty good. An e-skate limited to 25 km/h, well-equipped and insured, can be ridden freely and legally on cycle paths and the road.
Respect the rules, keep your lighting in order, make sure you have your third-party liability insurance, and enjoy the ride with peace of mind ⚡
Evo-Spirit
