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Driving in Europe

Your complete guide to driving safely and legally across European countries. Essential information for tourists, expats, and road trip enthusiasts.

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Drives on the leftAlcohol limit of 0.2‰ or lower for all drivers
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What you'll learn

Each country guide covers everything you need to drive safely and avoid fines.

  1. License requirements

    International driving permit rules, accepted licenses, and validity periods.

  2. Road rules

    Speed limits, right-of-way rules, and unique local regulations to follow.

  3. Parking guide

    Color-coded zones, payment methods, and where tourists can park.

  4. Fine avoidance

    Common violations, fine amounts, and how to avoid expensive tickets.

  5. Emergency contacts

    Essential phone numbers for police, ambulance, and roadside assistance.

  6. Toll information

    Toll road systems, payment methods, and average costs.

Quick comparison

Compare driving rules across European countries at a glance.

Drives on the left0.2‰ or lower for all drivers
CountryDriving sideUrbanRuralHighwayAlcohol
SpainRight30 / 50km/h90km/h120km/h0.5 g/L 0.3 g/L for new drivers
FranceRight50km/h80km/h130km/h0.5 g/L 0.2 g/L for new drivers
GermanyRight50km/h100km/h130km/h0.5 g/L 0.0 g/L for new drivers
ItalyRight50km/h90km/h130km/h0.5 g/L 0.0 g/L for new drivers
NetherlandsRight50km/h80km/h100km/h0.5 g/L 0.2 g/L for new drivers
PortugalRight50km/h90km/h120km/h0.5 g/L 0.2 g/L for new drivers
United KingdomLeft30mph60mph70mph0.8 g/L 0.5 g/L in Scotland
SwitzerlandRight50km/h80km/h120km/h0.5 g/L 0.1 g/L for new drivers
UkraineRight50km/h90km/h130km/h0.2 g/L
PolandRight50km/h90km/h140km/h0.2 g/L all drivers
DenmarkRight50km/h80km/h130km/h0.5 g/L 0.2 g/L for new drivers
SwedenRight50km/h70km/h110km/h0.2 g/L strict limit
FinlandRight50km/h80km/h120km/h0.5 g/L
NorwayRight50km/h80km/h110km/h0.2 g/L all drivers
AustriaRight50km/h100km/h130km/h0.5 g/L 0.1 g/L for novice/professional drivers
TurkeyRight50km/h90km/h130km/h0.5 g/L zero tolerance for new and commercial drivers
EstoniaRight50km/h90km/h110km/h0.2 g/L effectively zero tolerance
RomaniaRight50km/h90km/h130km/h0.0 g/L zero tolerance
BelgiumRight50km/h90km/h120km/h0.5 g/L 0.2 g/L professional
CzechiaRight50km/h90km/h130km/h0.0 g/L zero tolerance

Every country drives on the right except where marked.

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