Parking e-scooters
E-scooters must be parked in such a way that they do not obstruct pedestrians or other road users.
What must be observed when parking or parking e-scooters?
- A minimum residual width of 1.60 m must be kept clear on footpaths.
- Cycle paths, escape routes, fire department access routes, entrances and exits, crossings, bus stops,
- guidance systems for the blind as well as parking and green areas must not be blocked.
Marked parking areas are available at the main station and in the Historic Pentagon.
Anyone who discovers incorrectly parked scooters can contact the providers(Dott: 030 56837798, Bolt: 030 568373989). Bolt can also use scooter-melder.de (opens in a new tab) to report problems or move the scooters themselves.
Further information on e-scooters
Rental systems and operation
Electric scooters have been permitted since the introduction of the Ordinance on Small Electric Vehicles (eKFV) on June 15, 2019. Rental systems have been bringing a breath of fresh air to the cityscape since August. In Wiesbaden, two providers - Dott and Bolt - are currently making their scooters available for hire. Companies wishing to operate such systems must apply for a special use permit - with clearly defined conditions. The city works closely with the operators to ensure smooth operation.
Technical requirements
All e-scooters used on public roads must comply with the requirements of the eKFV. These include
- Two independent brakes
- Functioning light and sound systems
When purchasing a private model, it is also important to ensure that it has a valid operating license. Motor vehicle liability insurance is mandatory - the corresponding sticker on the vehicle indicates this. Without this, you risk a fine.
Age limit and driver's license
- From the age of 14: In principle, e-scooters may be used from the age of 14.
- Rental offer: However, most rental companies require you to be of legal age.
- Driving license: No driving license is required to ride.
Permitted driving ranges
E-scooters may be used on constructed cycle paths, shared or separated footpaths and cycle paths, cycle lanes and cycle streets. If there are no such areas, riding on the roadway or in traffic-calmed zones is permitted.
Important: Sidewalks, pedestrian zones, bus lanes and one-way streets (against the direction of travel) can only be used with the additional sign "Small electric vehicles free".
Alcohol and passengers
- Alcohol: The blood alcohol limits correspond to those for driving a car. As little as 0.5 to 1.09 per mille can constitute an administrative offense (with a fine and driving ban) - 1.1 per mille or more is a criminal offense. For novice drivers and persons in the probationary period, 0.0 per mille applies.
- Passengers: It is not permitted to carry more than one person at a time.
Fines for violations
- Without operating license: 70 Euro
- Without insurance sticker: 40 euros
- Incorrect use (e.g. driving on the sidewalk): 15 to 30 euros
- Riding side by side: 15 to 30 euros