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Riding legally on an electric skateboard in France

Everything you need to know about EDPM regulations in France: where to ride, what's forbidden, and mandatory equipment for your e-skate.
July 22, 2025 by
Evo-Spirit

Everything you need to know about EDPM regulations in France: where to ride, what's forbidden, and the mandatory equipment for your e-skate.

EDPM Regulations

Riding legally
on your electric skateboard

Since Decree No. 2019-1082, the use of electric skateboards on public roads has been strictly regulated. Evo-Spirit offers all its models in a compliant version, so you can ride legally without compromising on performance.

Kit lumières EDPM Evo-Spirit
Compliant Version

Performance preserved,
speed limited to 25 km/h

Our compliant models retain power, braking, range and comfort. Only the speed is limited to 25 km/h, in accordance with the law.

Ride esk8 La Baule version EDPM
Authorised Zones

Where are you allowed
to ride?

In built-up areas

  • Cycle paths and lanes
  • Roads limited to 50 km/h (without a cycle path)
  • Pavements: forbidden unless locally authorised

Outside built-up areas

  • Greenways and cycle paths: authorised
  • Conventional roads: forbidden
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What not to do

What is
strictly forbidden

Pavements

Riding on pavements is forbidden unless explicitly authorised locally.

Passenger

Single use only. Carrying someone is forbidden.

Headphones

Riding with headphones or a headset is forbidden.

Alcohol / narcotics

Riding under the influence is strictly forbidden and penalised.

Riders bord de mer skate électrique
To be respected

Obligations
for all riders

Audible warning device

Bell or horn mandatory.

Front and rear lights

Lighting mandatory for visibility.

Minimum 14 years old

Legal age required to ride on public roads.

Liability Insurance

Mandatory EDPM third-party liability insurance.

Failure to comply: fines up to €1,500.

In 30 seconds

The Essentials
in Video

Ride freely,
ride legally

Choosing a road-legal Evo-Spirit model means combining riding pleasure with peace of mind. Questions? Our team is here to help.

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