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Driving in Denmark...
Read our helpful driving tips for Denmark.

· Any special requirements for driving in Denmark?
· What should I know about Parking in Denmark?
· How much does fuel cost in Denmark?
· What is the speed limit on Danish Roads?
· What is the conversion for kph to mph?
· What is the alcohol limit in Denmark?
· What are the seat belt regulations in Denmark?
· What is the minimum age for driving in Denmark?
· Can I use my domestic licence in Denmark?
· What documents may i need to carry?
· What terms may I find useful when driving in Denmark?
· What do I do in the case of an accident?
· What number do I call for the emergency services in Denmark?

Any special requirements for driving in Denmark?
The Danish drive on the right and overtake on the left. It is advisable that all vehicles carry a warning triangle.

What should I know about Parking in Denmark?
Parking restrictions in most areas are strict but clearly indicated. In the center of Copenhagen a ticket system operates for parking. In Copenhagen, you need to display a parking disc on your dashboard for 1 hour of on street parking. The discs are available at banks, gas stations, post offices and tourist offices. Some towns have parking meters that allow 3 hours of parking.

How much does fuel cost in Denmark?
At the time of writing a litre of gasoline cost approximately 9.08kr.

What is the speed limit on Danish Roads?
Speed limit on Motorway: 110kph/68mph
Speed limit in Towns: 50kph/31mph
Speed limit on Major roads: 80kph/50mph

What is the conversion for kph to mph?
1 mile=1.6 km 1 U.S.
1km=0.6 miles

What is the alcohol limit in Denmark?
The blood/alcohol limit in Denmark is 0.08%.

What are the seat belt regulations in France?
In Denmark seatbelts are compulsory front and rear. Children under twelve years of age must travel in the rear.

What is the minimum age for driving in Denmark?
The minimum driving age in Denmark is 18.

Can I use my domestic licence in Denmark?
A driving licence issued in one of the EC countries is valid. The licence must be carried at all times when driving. If you are stopped without the licence in your possession, you can be charged a high fine.

What documents may i need to carry?
It is advisable to carry your driving license, insurance certificate and vehicle registration, along with your passport.

What terms may I find useful when driving in Denmark?
Unleaded gasoline - blyfri benzin
Diesel - diesel
Gas station - benzin tank
Toll - apgift
parking - parkering
Exit - udkorsel
Entrance - indkorsel
Detour - omvej
Hospital - sygehus
Police - politi
Police station - politi station

What do I do in the case of an accident?
Under Danish law all motor accidents involving personal injury or disputes about responsibility for an accident must be reported to the local police. In accidents, almost as a matter of course the Police require drivers of vehicles to undergo a breathalyser test and possibly also blood tests. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is regarded as a serious offence in Denmark and convicted persons are liable to imprisonment.

What number do I call for the emergency services in Denmark?
Police/Ambulance Service/Fire Service - 112.

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