road traffic

2 April 2023

GuidesLaw

Current catalog of fines: Penalties for traffic violations with a focus on bicycle traffic

Guide / Legal: The traffic fine catalog was last comprehensively updated in November 2021, with a focus on bicycle traffic. We provide an overview of the most common violations and the penalties applicable for each. Cyclists caught riding on the wrong side of the road or riding on the sidewalk can expect a fine of up to €55. For... read more

2 April 2023
dooring
2 April 2023

GuidesLawOther

Cyclist crashes into car door: Who is to blame for a dooring accident?

Advice / Legal: So-called dooring accidents are unfortunately a part of everyday traffic. For cyclists, a collision with a suddenly opening car door can end badly. As is so often the case after an accident, the question of fault arises as to those involved. A ruling from summer 2022 sheds at least some light on the issue of dooring. "Doorings" are... read more

2 April 2023