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Driving licence, registration document, insurance. If you’re driving a rental car, keep the rental agreement handy.
A quick guide for drivers: what to keep in the car, key traffic rules in Denmark, speed limits, priority rules for pedestrians and cyclists, and parking with a parking disc.
The most important things to remember before driving on Bornholm.
Driving licence, registration document, insurance. If you’re driving a rental car, keep the rental agreement handy.
In Denmark, dipped headlights must be on at all times, also during daytime, all year round.
Seat belts for everyone. Use a phone only hands-free.
Limits are clearly signed and can change over short stretches. Speed checks are common in Denmark, and speeding fines can be high.
The legal blood alcohol limit for drivers in Denmark is 0.5‰. The safest rule while travelling is simple: don’t drink and drive.
Stop if a pedestrian is crossing or clearly intends to step onto the crossing. This is taken seriously in Denmark.
When turning right or left, pay close attention to cyclists going straight. Cycling traffic can be busy on Bornholm.
Watch for public transport and emergency vehicles. Priority rules are strictly enforced.
In Denmark you often find free parking with a time limit. In such places, you must use a parking disc set to your arrival time.
On Bornholm you can easily find unleaded petrol and diesel. Stations are located in the larger towns, and many are self-service and accept payment cards.
Fuel prices change frequently, so the best approach is to check current prices in apps or at stations.
Yes. Dipped headlights must be used during daytime as well, all year round.
Typically 50 km/h in built-up areas and 80 km/h outside built-up areas. There are no motorways on Bornholm, but always follow the posted limits on each road section.
No. It is only required where signs say so. If a car park has a time limit and requires a disc, not using it or setting it incorrectly can result in a fine.
The legal alcohol limit for drivers in Denmark is 0.5‰.
