Travel Skills in Europe Part I
For British tourists driving abroad has never been easier Sixt allows you to book transportation well in advance, our rental cars can be driven from the airport when you landed However, you can still need to research the different rules and driving behaviors in foreign countries for a stress-free drive.
For more information on driving in Europe and rental with Sixt, take a look at our Sixt European rental Page Car which has comprehensive information on rental cars Sixt, services and places in Europe or more for checklists, conduct handy laws and guidance.
If you are looking for more detailed guide Sixt driving advice was driving guides for several countries check here.
Driving in the European Union may be different routes in the UK, and non-compliance with laws and regulations may pose legal problems and serious accidents Sixt also driving tips for other countries in Europe and worldwide see our driving tips abroad here.
A UK driving license is accepted in most EU countries, but the minimum age for drivers is different in Spain France Italy Germany Norway Sweden Malta and Turkey the minimum age for drivers in the UK is 18 Greece Portugal Denmark and Ireland, the minimum age is 17 Those who travel in Sweden must produce a valid passport in Sweden if your license does not have a photo If you visit Turkey, then you need an international driving license.
Speed limits in the EU countries are generally the same 50 km h in towns, 90 km h outside urban areas, 110 km h on two-lane roads and 130 km h on motorways Always check the country you are visiting, though, as there can be some variation Sweden is unique because there is no set limit and the speed is determined by the quality and safety of the road tourists are advised to exercise caution and always check for signs of speed as the limit may change several times on different parts of the same road in Portugal, Germany, France and Italy, reduced speed limits imposed for drivers newer drivers under 21 years or drivers who have had their license for less than three years.
Germany and Sweden have emission areas where motorists must pay a fee for driving in busy towns and cities; like the London congestion These t apply to foreign visitors donation within Sweden, Denmark but heavy bike, motorists must yield to cyclists and Norway, trams have right of way.
The policy may be much more vigilant in some EU countries, and some officials do not look good foreign drivers in Greece, police may confiscate the number plates of illegally parked vehicles and, although they are supposed to do with vehicles that were registered in Greece, they have sometimes been known to do for tourists in Portugal, foreign drivers under 18 years may experience problems with the police, even if the minimum driving age is 17 Furthermore, the Portuguese police are ATM technology in their cars on the spot fines If a tourist refuses to pay the fine or a deposit, police can confiscate their license, registration documents and same vehicle.
Most EU countries look down on speed and drink driving is illegal in Italy heavy fines for speeding, and charges increased by a third if you are caught between 22 hours of 00 and July 00 in France excess extreme speed may result in forfeiture spot and arrest license.
In Norway and Sweden, random breath testing are performed on drivers and the level of alcohol is accepted low 0 02 per cent in Portugal and Turkey the level is 0 05, but if you are towing a trailer or caravan, there is no percent Germany, Greece and Ireland, the alcohol level in the blood is 0 05, but to drivers under 21 or drivers who have had their license must be informed within 2 years, is zero percent tourists driving in France that all drivers and motorcyclists must wear a fault breathalyzer certified to carry a sealed lead fined 11 euros.
Radar and radar detectors, even in Sat Navs are prohibitedin Italy, France, Germany, Portugal, Denmark, Sweden and Ireland Some EU countries require vehicles to transport equipment if Italy fails advises drivers to carry a warning triangle and first aid kit, but Greece and Turkey it is compulsory to wear these items as well as a fire extinguisher in Denmark, Norway and Ireland, also mandatory to carry a warning triangle when driving, and Portugal, it is mandatory to wear the photographic proof of identity at all times, and a reflective vest.
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