RIDE an e-scooter
What you need to know for a ride with your e-scooter
Before you leave...
Be aware of THE rules and responsibilities
When can I take my e-scooter onto the street?
Fundamental
When you this Minimum age of 14 years fulfill You don't need a driver's license. However, it is recommended to practice on a non-public site first.
Insurance - MANDATORY
Around on public You need one to be allowed to drive on the road liability insurance. This is through a affixed insurance sticker proven.
In the event of damage caused by third parties, the insurance company is liable. If you are responsible for the damage yourself, you must pay for it.
Some insurance companies also offer voluntary partial coverage.
Liability insurance is available from as little as 30 euros a year.
HELMET - RECOMMENDATION
There is no helmet obligation. However, wearing a helmet while driving the e-scooter is recommended.
At a speed of up to 20 km/h, the danger exists life-threatening head injuries .
Small scooter check
Before you set off, you should briefly check whether the most important components on your scooter are working properly for a safe ride.
This includes the brake, the light and the horn.
Where can I ride the e-scooter?
First and foremost you can on cycle paths or cycle lanes ride the e-scooter.
If there is no bike path, you may first ride on the street.
Important here is an existing street legal and a minimum age of 14 years.
If this is not the case, you may only drive on private property.
Driving an e-scooter is prohibited on sidewalks and in pedestrian zones.
Where can I park my scooter in the city?
Parking is allowed
at the side of the road and on the sidewalk. If scooters are allowed in the pedestrian zone, they can also be parked there.
With all parking options, nobody is hindered or endangered.
IF you drive off...
OBSERVE rules
OBSERVE TRAFFIC RULES
As soon as you take part in road traffic with the scooter, you must also observe the general traffic rules.
Like the traffic light system. First and foremost, bicycle traffic lights apply to an e-scooter. If there is no bicycle traffic light, the normal traffic light applies.
Driving under the influence of alcohol is also only permitted to a limited extent. The blood alcohol limit and the 0.0-per-thousand rule for drivers under 21 and drivers in the probationary period also apply here
Violating the rules can result in fines, criminal charges and even the withdrawal of your driver's license.
