Motorcycle Rules and Regulations in Europe
About this section
Here you will find the key motorcycle rules and regulations for Germany and popular touring countries across Europe. Every country guide covers helmets, speed limits, alcohol limits, tolls and mandatory equipment and lists the sources behind it.
Rules and fines change, so every article states when we last checked it. For all countries at a glance, see our comparison of motorcycle rules in Europe.
Rules & RegulationsRiding a Motorcycle in Belgium: Rules, Gear and Fines
Motorcycling in Belgium: mandatory protective gear, 30 km/h in Brussels, 70 or 90 outside towns, filtering up to 50 km/h, low emission zone and fines.
Rules & RegulationsRiding a Motorcycle in the Netherlands and Luxembourg: Rules
Motorcycling in the Netherlands and Luxembourg: speed limits, alcohol, hi-vis vest, filtering, tunnel tolls and fines. The overview for your tour.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in Austria: Rules, Vignette and Riding Bans
Motorcycling in Austria: speed limits, alcohol limits, the 2026 vignette, noise-based riding bans in Tyrol, Grossglockner toll and mandatory equipment.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycle Rules in Europe: 16 Countries Compared
Motorcycle rules in Europe compared: speed limits, alcohol limits, vignettes, tolls and hi-vis vests for 19 countries, with links to every country guide.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in Slovenia: Rules, Vignette and Passes
Motorcycling in Slovenia: speed limits, alcohol limits, the 2026 motorcycle e-vignette, Karawanks tunnel toll, the Vršič pass and tips for your tour.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in Switzerland: Rules, Vignette and Fines
Motorcycling in Switzerland: speed limits, alcohol limits, the 2026 vignette, fines, the speeding law, camera-warning apps and noise rules for your pass tour.
Rules & RegulationsNew Motorcycle Rules in Spain from October 2026
From 1 October 2026 new rules apply to motorcyclists in Spain: gloves, closed shoes, UNECE R22 helmets and use of the hard shoulder in traffic jams.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycle Trip to Albania: Routes, Laws and Regulations
Motorcycle trip to Albania: entry, green card, speed limits, alcohol limit, the best regions and 15 practical tips for your tour through the Balkans.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycle Trip to Denmark: Rules and Regulations for Riders
Motorcycle trip to Denmark: speed limits, daytime lights, confiscation for reckless speeding, parking, ferries and beach riding. How to keep your tour relaxed.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in Norway: Regulations, Rules and Laws
Motorcycling in Norway: the 0.2 alcohol limit, daytime lights, speed limits, tolls, ferries and wild camping. The key rules for your tour, clearly explained.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycle Trip to Hungary: Traffic Rules, Tolls and Routes
Motorcycle trip to Hungary: zero alcohol, speed limits, the level crossing rule, the D1M e-vignette and the best twisty roads. Everything for your tour.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycle Trip Through Portugal: Rules, Tolls and Routes
Motorcycle trip through Portugal: rules, tolls with Via Verde, the best regions, a technical check and 15 answers to common questions for your tour.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in Croatia: Rules, Regulations and Tolls
Motorcycling in Croatia: speed limits, zero alcohol for young riders, motorcycle tolls, mandatory equipment, the bora wind and 15 answers for your tour.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in the Czech Republic: Rules, Duties, Fines
Motorcycling in the Czech Republic: zero alcohol, speed limits, mandatory equipment, no vignette for motorcycles and penalty points for foreigners.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in Poland: Rules, Tolls and Fines
Motorcycling in Poland: speed limits, tolls on the A1, A2 and A4, the 0.2 alcohol limit and typical fines. How to get through your tour without trouble.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in Spain: Rules, Speed Limits and Fines
Motorcycling in Spain: helmets, the new gear rules from October 2026, speed limits, alcohol limits and typical fines. What to know before your tour.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in Italy: Rules, Regulations and Tips
Motorcycling in Italy: licence, helmets, speed limits, alcohol limits, ZTL zones, motorway tolls and fines. How to prepare well for your tour.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycling in France: Rules and Laws for Your Trip
Motorcycling in France: mandatory gloves, helmet stickers, speed limits, alcohol limits, Crit'Air stickers and lane filtering. The key rules for your tour.
Rules & RegulationsMotorcycle Rules in Germany: What Riders Need to Know
Motorcycle rules in Germany: helmets, daytime lights, speed limits, the Autobahn, alcohol limits, filtering, parking and fines. What applies to you as a rider.