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Seatbelt Laws in Denmark 2025

Q: What is the blood alcohol limit for drivers in Denmark?

0.5‰. Denmark has a blood alcohol limit of 0.5‰ (0.05% BAC) for drivers

Q: What is the general speed limit in urban areas in Denmark?

50 km/h. The default speed limit in urban areas (towns and cities) is 50 km/h

Q: What is the speed limit on rural roads outside built-up areas?

80 km/h. On rural roads outside built-up areas, the speed limit is 80 km/h

Q: What is the maximum speed limit on Danish motorways?

130 km/h. The maximum speed limit on motorways in Denmark is 130 km/h

Q: Who has right of way at an unmarked intersection?

Traffic from the right. At unmarked intersections, you must yield to traffic from the right (højrevigepligt)

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In Denmark, seatbelts are mandatory for all occupants. Fine is 1500 DKK. Children under 135cm must use appropriate child restraints.