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Driving Abroad

Tips for Driving Abroad

Motoring regulations differ from country to country, so it’s important to know the local driving rules before you go - to avoid being caught out.

Basic requirements

Below is a list of the basic requirements for driving abroad, failure to meet these may result in a fine or even arrest.

Netherlands

Accessories Speed Limits Other
• Warning triangle recommended (compulsory in accident/breakdown situation).
• Built-up areas: 50km/h.
• Outside built-up areas: 80km/h or 100km/h.
• Motorways: 120km/h.
• On the spot fines apply.
• Alcohol limit: 50mg per 100ml of blood (lower for new drivers).

Denmark
Accessories Speed Limits Other
• Warning triangle 
• First aid kit (recommended)
• Fire extinguisher (recommended)
• Built-up areas: 50km/h
• Outside built-up areas: 80-90km/h
• Motorways: 110-130km/h
• On-the-spot fines apply 
• Dipped headlights are compulsory during the day
• Alcohol limit: 50mg per 100ml of blood.

France
Accessories Speed Limits Other
• Warning triangle
• GB sticker required by law
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Reflective vest
• Built-up areas: 50km/h 
• Outside built-up areas: 90km/h. (80 when wet) 
• Motorways: 130km/h
• Under 10 s not allowed in front
• Alcohol limit: 50mg per 100ml of blood.

Germany
Accessories Speed Limits Other
• Warning triangle (compulsory in accident/breakdown situation)
• First aid kit (recommended)
• Replacement bulbs (recommended)
• Built-up areas: 50km/h
• Outside built-up areas: 100km/h
• Motorways: recommended maximum of 130km/h; many also have posted speed limits
• Speed limits differ in bad weather
• Alcohol limit: 50mg per 100ml of blood

Norway
Accessories Speed Limits Other
• Warning triangle
• Reflective jacket (recommended)
• First aid kit (recommended).
• Fire extinguisher (recommended)
• Spare bulbs (recommended)
• Built-up areas: 50km/h
• Outside built-up areas: 80km/h.
• Motorways: 90-100km/h.
• On the spot fines apply 
• Dipped headlights compulsory during the day 
• Alcohol limit: 20mg per 100ml of blood.
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