Car rental in Netherlands

Driving in Netherlands

Driving side

Traffic drives on the right

International Driving Permit

Not needed for most visitors.

Typical minimum rental age

21+

Speed limits

50 urban · 80 rural · 130 motorway (km/h)

Tolls

Tolls are charged for some tunnels and bridges.

Blood alcohol limit

0.05%

Emergency number

112

• Bicycles have priority in many areas.
• Trams have right of way over cars.
• Roundabouts often require yielding to traffic from the left.
• Parking in city centers can be very limited and expensive.