Since 2019, France has recognised electric skateboards as EDPMs (Motorised Personal Mobility Devices). They have their place on public roads under strict conditions.

Mandatory equipment: front/rear lights, reflectors, horn. Where to ride: cycle paths primarily, otherwise roads limited to 50 km/h. Forbidden on pavements unless by municipal decision.

💸 Possible fines: up to €1.500 for non-compliant use.

Since June 2019, e-skates have been recognised as motorised mobility devices. Below 6 km/h = pedestrian (pavements authorised). Above = cyclist (cycle paths or road).

No licence or registration. RAVeL authorised if limited to 25 km/h. If your skateboard exceeds 25 km/h or 4 kW → mandatory type approval, plate and insurance.

3 categories: ≤15 km/h and ≤1kW = pedestrian. 16-25 km/h and ≤1kW = bicycle (cycle paths and roads). >25 km/h or >1kW = moped (registration, insurance, licence required).

Max blood alcohol level 0.5‰. The majority of e-skates limited to 25 km/h remain fully legal.

E-skates belong to the UTO (personal transport devices) category. Top speed 20 km/h on cycle paths. Pavements only allowed at walking pace. Roads forbidden.

10-18 years: cycling card or licence required. 🚫 Alcohol, passengers, phone in hand forbidden.

E-skates recognised as personal mobility vehicles. Cycle paths and roads authorised. Pavements strictly forbidden. Mandatory equipment: brakes, lights, horn. Blood alcohol level: 0‰.

Germany remains one of the strictest countries in Europe. The law requires a motorised vehicle to be equipped with handlebars. E-skates therefore cannot be type approved.

Contrary to popular belief, e-skates are forbidden in the Netherlands. They cannot obtain type approval and are not permitted on public roads (roads, cycle paths, pavements).

Associations like FatDaddy are campaigning for legalisation, but no changes are expected in the short term.

Austria has not integrated e-skates into its legislation. Only scooters have been added. E-skates are in a legal vacuum: neither formally forbidden, nor truly authorised.

Tolerance possible on pavements at a slow pace. Personal liability insurance recommended.

E-skates do not yet have a legal framework. Scooters are regulated (20 km/h max, helmet mandatory). From July 2025: mandatory plate and insurance for scooters.

E-skates are expected to follow. In the meantime: grey area, ride carefully and well-equipped.

Since January 2019, e-skates have been legal in Denmark. Conditions: min age 15 years, speed ≤20 km/h, mandatory lighting day and night. Restrictions: max weight 10kg, max range 30km. Cycle paths only.

Greece has adopted a law on ΕΠΗΟ (Light Electric Personal Vehicles) including electric skateboards. Top speed: 25 km/h on roads, 6 km/h on pavements. Mandatory lighting and brakes.

No law clearly defines e-skates. No legal category. Tolerance varies depending on cities (Budapest stricter). Careful and discreet riding recommended. Alcohol strictly forbidden.

E-skates considered pedestrians on pavements. Since April 2024: mandatory insurance if speed >25 km/h or weight >25 kg. Prague has local restrictions (Segways banned in the centre).

Outside Prague: general tolerance, police appreciate responsible riding.

Since 2024, e-skates have been explicitly included in Lithuanian law on "personal mobility devices". Max power 1 kW, speed limited 25 km/h. Circulation on cycle paths and verges.

Pavements forbidden except at walking pace. Max blood alcohol level 0.4‰.

Clear legal framework in Latvia. E-skates must be registered with the authorities. Circulation on cycle paths, top speed 25 km/h.

Riga has a good network of cycle paths. Careful riding recommended in the city centre.

Malta has strict regulations: minimum 18 years old, driving licence required, mandatory insurance. Speed limited to 20 km/h on roads.

Small island with dense traffic. Caution in tourist areas.

In Slovakia, e-skates are assimilated to pedestrians. Circulation authorised on cycle paths and pavements (at walking pace).

Bratislava is developing its cycle network. No explicit top speed but caution recommended.

Slovenia authorises e-skates on cycle paths and pavements (at walking pace). Recommended top speed 25 km/h.

Ljubljana, European Green Capital, has excellent cycle infrastructures.

E-skates are assimilated to bicycles in Sweden. Conditions: max power 250W, top speed 20 km/h. Beyond that = moped (mandatory insurance).

Helmet mandatory for those under 15 years old. Stockholm and Malmö have excellent cycle paths.

Croatia has no specific regulations for e-skates. Electric scooters are currently being regularised (mandatory helmet planned).

In practice: tolerance on cycle paths. Avoid crowded tourist areas (Dubrovnik, Split). Discreet riding recommended.

Law adopted in 2022 for "Personal Mobility Devices" but e-skates are not explicitly mentioned. Project: minimum 16 years old, pavement ban depending on municipalities.

Use tolerated on cycle paths in tourist areas (Limassol, Paphos). Check local rules.

No specific legal framework for e-skates in Bulgaria. Electric scooters are regulated (25 km/h, 16 years, helmet and mandatory insurance).

In practice: variable tolerance. Sofia has some cycle paths. Careful riding and equipment recommended.

Estonia has no specific law for e-skates. "Light electric vehicles" are currently being regulated. Mandatory helmet for those under 16 years old planned.

Tallinn is very welcoming to micro-mobility. General tolerance on cycle paths and pavements.