ElectricSkipper

Electric-only waters

99 entries in 15 countries. Each rule links to its source; grey entries still need verification.

99 entries

  • Långvattnet

    Dalsland, Sweden

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Restored from the original demo list. The earlier electric-only claim and map location have not been verified. Confirm boating, motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Stora Le (southern basin)

    Värmland, Sweden

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Restored from the original demo list. The earlier electric-only claim for the southern basin and map location have not been verified. Confirm boating, motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Helgasjön (northern arm)

    Småland, Sweden

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Restored from the original demo list. The earlier electric-only claim for the northern arm and map location have not been verified. Confirm boating, motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Neusiedler See

    Burgenland, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Vessels and floating craft with combustion engines are banned, even carrying one on board. The regulation does not mention electric motors.

    ris.bka.gv.at

  • Neufelder See & Lacken im Seewinkel

    Burgenland, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Same regulation as Neusiedler See: combustion engines banned, even as a carried motor.

    ris.bka.gv.at

  • Wörthersee

    Carinthia, Austria

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    Motor use requires a permit. Caps: 335 private combustion boats (inboard four-stroke) and 500 private electric boats from 4.4 kW. Combustion boats may not be rented out; electric rentals max 500 W. Waiting list.

    jusline.at

  • Ossiacher See

    Carinthia, Austria

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    Same system as Wörthersee. Caps: 28 private combustion boats and 30 private electric boats from 4.4 kW.

    jusline.at

  • Millstätter See

    Carinthia, Austria

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    Same system as Wörthersee. Caps: 3 private combustion boats and 40 private electric boats from 4.4 kW.

    jusline.at

  • Weißensee

    Carinthia, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    No category for private combustion boats. Cap for private electric boats from 4.4 kW is zero. Electric rentals max 500 W.

    jusline.at

  • Faaker See

    Carinthia, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    No category for private combustion boats. Electric rentals max 500 W. No cap set for private electric boats.

    jusline.at

  • Afritzer See & Feldsee

    Carinthia, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Private electric boats up to 2.5 kW and electric rentals up to 500 W. All other motor use banned.

    jusline.at

  • Mondsee

    Upper Austria, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    All combustion-engine craft banned year-round. Rentals electric only, max 500 W.

    jusline.at

  • Attersee

    Upper Austria, Austria

    Seasonal or time-basedOfficial source

    Combustion engines banned 1 July–31 August and every night 21:00–07:00. Hybrids count as combustion. Rentals electric only, max 500 W.

    jusline.atland-oberoesterreich.gv.at

  • Traunsee

    Upper Austria, Austria

    Seasonal or time-basedOfficial source

    Same as Attersee: summer ban 1 July–31 August and night ban 21:00–07:00 for combustion engines.

    jusline.atland-oberoesterreich.gv.at

  • Wolfgangsee

    Upper Austria & Salzburg, Austria

    Seasonal or time-basedOfficial source

    Combustion outboards banned year-round. Inboards banned 2 July–31 August, nightly 21:00–07:00 and on Sundays/holidays in May, June and September.

    wolfgangsee.salzkammergut.atland-oberoesterreich.gv.at

  • Hallstätter See

    Upper Austria, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Motor use banned year-round except electric motors up to 1,000 W and a few commercial vessels.

    jusline.at

  • 17 smaller lakes in Upper Austria

    Upper Austria, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Motor use banned year-round except electric motors up to 500 W.

    Includes: Almsee, Gleinker See, Großer Ödensee, Heratinger See, Hinterer Gosausee, Hinterer Langbathsee, Höllerersee, Holzösterer See, Irrsee (Zeller See), Kleiner Ödensee, Laudachsee, Nussensee, Offensee, Schwarzensee, Seeleithensee, Vorderer Gosausee, Vorderer Langbathsee

    jusline.at

  • Achensee

    Tyrol, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Combustion engines banned. Electric motors up to 2,200 W allowed.

    leap.unep.org

  • 32 other lakes in Tyrol

    Tyrol, Austria

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Combustion engines banned. Electric motors up to 500 W allowed. Lake names come from a secondary compilation, not the regulation's annex.

    Includes: Blindsee, Brennersee, Egelsee, Fernsteinsee, Frauensee, Haldensee, Hechtsee, Heiterwanger See, Herzsee, Hintersteiner See, Lanser See, Längsee, Mittersee, Möserer See, Natterer See, Obernberger See, Pfrillsee, Piburger See, Pillersee, Plansee, Reintaler See, Schwarzsee, Seefelder See, Thiersee, Traualpsee, Tristacher See, Urisee, Vilsalpsee, Walchsee, Weißensee (Tirol), Wildmoossee, Wildsee

    leap.unep.orgkuestenpatent-kroatien.at

  • Lakes of the state of Salzburg

    Salzburg, Austria

    Electric onlySecondary source

    According to an Austrian boating school, combustion boats are banned on all lakes in the state. Not checked against state regulations, except Wolfgangsee.

    kuestenpatent-kroatien.at

  • Altausseer See & Grundlsee

    Styria, Austria

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Combustion engines generally banned. Inflatables with electric motors up to 1 kW allowed, launched only at official ramps.

    steiermark.com

  • 8 smaller lakes in Styria

    Styria, Austria

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Combustion boats banned per a secondary compilation. Electric motor rules not stated.

    Includes: Giglachseen, Leopoldsteinersee, Packer Stausee, Putterersee, Röcksee, Schwarzensee, Toplitzsee, Waldschacher Teich

    kuestenpatent-kroatien.at

  • Kamp reservoirs & Erlaufsee

    Lower Austria, Austria

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Combustion motorboats banned per a secondary compilation. Electric motor rules not stated.

    kuestenpatent-kroatien.at

  • Starnberger See

    Bavaria, Germany

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    Sport motorboats need a district permit. Max 280 permits for combustion boats, valid max five years, no renewal. Electric permits have no time limit. Waiting list.

    bayernportal.denaturerlebnis.bayern.de

  • Ammersee

    Bavaria, Germany

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    Same system as Starnberger See. Max 150 permits for combustion boats.

    bayernportal.denaturerlebnis.bayern.de

  • Other Bavarian lakes

    Bavaria, Germany

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    Combustion sport-boat permits are generally only issued on Starnberger See and Ammersee. Electric boats can get permits on lakes open to motorboats. The source does not list which lakes.

    bayernportal.denaturerlebnis.bayern.de

  • Chiemsee

    Bavaria, Germany

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    In 2022 there were permits for 506 pure combustion motorboats and 2,439 pure electric boats, per the state government's reply to the Landtag.

    bayern.landtag.de

  • Quota or permitOfficial source

    In 2022 Altmühlsee had 1,683 permitted electric boats. The three lakes had 48 combustion motorboats combined.

    bayern.landtag.de

  • Edersee & Diemelsee

    Hesse, Germany

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Federal regulation: sport boats with combustion engines, gas engines or generators may not be used. Electric motors are allowed by implication. Max 15 km/h.

    jurawelt.com

  • Steinhuder Meer

    Lower Saxony, Germany

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Boats up to 7.60 m with electric motors up to 10 hp allowed. Combustion and stronger electric motors need an exemption. Closed to boats 1 November–19 March.

    hannover.de

  • Rursee (main lake)

    North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Combustion engines only for rescue, authorities, club events and sailboats in distress. Electric max 1,500 W on boats up to 5 m, 3,680 W on longer boats. Max 6 km/h. The 2017 order ran to 2022 — check whether renewed.

    kreis-dueren.de

  • Feldberger Haussee & Breiter Luzin

    Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

    Electric onlySecondary source

    The exemption for combustion boats expired at the turn of 2023/2024. Electric motors still allowed. Based on local press; the district's final decision not checked.

    nordkurier.denordkurier.de

  • Titisee

    Baden-Württemberg, Germany

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Private combustion motorboats banned on the whole lake per a tourism portal. Electric boats for rent. Rules for private electric boats unclear.

    schwarzwaldportal.com

  • Cospudener See & Markkleeberger See

    Saxony, Germany

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    Combustion engines need an official permit; electric motors may be used freely. Two-strokes generally not allowed. Status June 2019.

    leipziger-neuseenland.org

  • Lago di Bracciano

    Lazio, Italy

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Combustion engines banned. Electric motors allowed with no power limit. Exceptions for professional fishers up to 15 hp, support boats and rescue.

    static.cittametropolitanaroma.it

  • Lago di Martignano

    Lazio, Italy

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Same rules as Bracciano: combustion banned, electric allowed with no power limit.

    static.cittametropolitanaroma.it

  • Lago Albano

    Lazio, Italy

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Combustion engines banned. Electric allowed with no power limit. Exceptions for professional fishers up to 4 hp and rowing/waterski clubs.

    static.cittametropolitanaroma.it

  • Lago di Nemi

    Lazio, Italy

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Combustion engines banned. Electric allowed with no power limit. Only exception: professional fishers up to 5 hp.

    static.cittametropolitanaroma.it

  • Trentino lakes under 1 km²

    Trentino, Italy

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Recreational boats with combustion engines banned. The province's page does not mention electric motors.

    provincia.tn.it

  • Trentino lakes over 1 km²

    Trentino, Italy

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    Motors over 3 kW need a permit, issued only for professional use, support boats and rescue. Lake Garda is regulated separately.

    provincia.tn.it

  • Lac d'Aiguebelette

    Savoie, France

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Combustion boats strictly banned. Max 9 km/h. All craft need a paid navigation permit from CCLA.

    ccla.fr

  • Lac de Sainte-Croix

    Provence, France

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Combustion engines banned except for rescue. Electric max 18.4 kW and 20 km/h, per trade press citing the Verdon nature park.

    figaronautisme.meteoconsult.frboatcible.com

  • Lac de Saint-Cassien

    Var, France

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Prefectural order of 30 March 2026: combustion banned on the whole reservoir, electric boats only. Max 10 km/h, 5 km/h within 50 m of shore. Power cap 18.4 kW.

    communedetanneron.fr

  • Lac de Paladru

    Isère, France

    Quota or permitSecondary source

    Privately owned lake. All boats need a navigation permit. Motors from 9.9 hp need a special permit from the lake company.

    tourisme.paysvoironnais.com

  • Lake Balaton

    Transdanubia, Hungary

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Small craft and rowing boats with combustion engines banned under the shipping act §58. Exceptions need a one-year operating permit for a specific purpose. Electric motors are not covered by the ban.

    kormanyhivatalok.hu

  • Lake Velence

    Fejér, Hungary

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Same combustion ban as Balaton, on the whole lake.

    kormanyhivatalok.hu

  • Fertő tó (Hungarian Neusiedl)

    Győr-Moson-Sopron, Hungary

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Same combustion ban as Balaton on the whole Hungarian part of the lake.

    kormanyhivatalok.hu

  • Lake Tisza

    Northern Great Plain, Hungary

    Zone, route or boat typeOfficial source

    The combustion ban applies to designated parts of the lake, set out in separate rules.

    kormanyhivatalok.hu

  • Ráckeve Danube branch

    Pest, Hungary

    Zone, route or boat typeOfficial source

    The combustion ban applies to designated parts of the Danube branch, set out in separate rules.

    kormanyhivatalok.hu

  • 61 reservoirs

    Nationwide, Czechia

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Vessels with combustion engines, including hybrids, are banned. The decree does not regulate pure electric motors.

    Includes: Seč, Padrty (Seč II), Pračov (Křižanovice II), Pařížov, Labská, Les Království, Pastviny I, Pastviny II, Mšeno, Bedřichov, Harcov, Fojtka, Mlýnice, Ivanské jezero, Hranice (Studánka), Jesenice, Březová, Kadaň, Nechranice, Ujezd, Zaječice, Jiřetín II, Lipno II, Ježkov, Zhejral, Jordán, Chotobuž, Pilská, Strž, Sedlice, Vřesník, Trnávka, Němčice, České Údolí, Klabava, Jince, Záskalská, Draženík, Suchomasty, Nemilka, Potštát, Pístov, Bítovčice, Stítná, Sanov, Moravská Třebová, Horní Bečva, Bystřička, Plumlov, Luhačovice, Jeviševice, Nové Mlýny II, Křetínka, Olešná, Baška, Mohelno, Dlouhé stráně, Husinec, Cep, Vlkov, Slezská Harta

    sps.gov.cz

  • 61 river stretches

    Nationwide, Czechia

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Same combustion ban on 61 designated river stretches, incl. parts of the Labe, Metuje, Orlice, Chrudimka, Jizera, Ohře, Morava, Svratka and Dyje.

    sps.gov.cz

  • Six lakes & the Sapina river

    Giżycko, Masuria, Poland

    Electric onlySecondary source

    District council decision XIX/118/2008: combustion engines banned year-round. Electric allowed. On-site signage partly misleading.

    Includes: Wojnowo, Buwełno, Ublik Duży, Ublik Mały, Dejguny, Gołdopiwo, Sapina fram till slussen Przerwanki

    jeziora.com.pl

  • Kaczerajno & two bays at Bełdany

    Pisz, Masuria, Poland

    Electric onlySecondary source

    District council decision X/68/11 (2011): combustion banned, noise limit 45 dB(A). Electric allowed.

    Includes: Kaczerajno, Wygryńska-viken, Iznocka-viken

    jeziora.com.pl

  • 25 waters in Mrągowo district

    Mrągowo, Masuria, Poland

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    District council decision VII/30/2003: combustion engines banned. The district does not state whether electric is allowed.

    Includes: Zyndackie, Jełmuń, Warpuńskie, Probarskie, Sarż, Juksty, Lampackie, Lampasz, Sobiepanka (flod), Kujno, Dłużec, Białe med viken Kąt Macharski, Gant, Babięcka Struga (flod), Zyzdrój Wielki, Piłakno, Gielądzkie, Salęt Mały, Inulec, Głębokie, Płociczno, Jorzec, Zełwążek, Nawiady, Wągiel

    powiat.mragowo.pl

  • Amsterdam city centre

    North Holland, Netherlands

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Zero-emission zone for recreational boats from 1 April 2025: only electric, hydrogen or muscle power inside the Singelgracht. Older-permit boats until 2028/2030. Amstel and Kostverlorenvaart through-routes excepted.

    powerlit.nlwvdeschinkel-site.e-captain.nlofficielebekendmakingen.nl

  • Amersfoort waters (except the Eem)

    Utrecht, Netherlands

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Combustion engines banned on municipal waters since 1 January 2020. Electric power is also limited.

    powerlit.nl

  • Kromme Rijn (lower stretch)

    Utrecht, Netherlands

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Electric only from 1 January 2025 between Utrecht and the weir at Werkhoven. Upper stretch closed to all motors.

    powerlit.nl

  • Giethoorn & Steenwijkerland

    Overijssel, Netherlands

    Zone, route or boat typeSecondary source

    Rental boats must be electric since 1 January 2023. Tour boats included from 2031.

    powerlit.nl

  • Three electric routes in Friesland

    Friesland, Netherlands

    Zone, route or boat typeSecondary source

    Routes that may only be navigated electrically.

    Includes: Heeg–Oudega, Bûtenfjildroute, Reidmarroute

    powerlit.nl

  • Nieuwkoopse Plassen

    South Holland, Netherlands

    Zone, route or boat typeSecondary source

    Electric-only sections on four routes. Max 6 km/h, permit required.

    powerlit.nl

  • Weerribben-Wieden

    Overijssel, Netherlands

    Zone, route or boat typeSecondary source

    The national park's narrow canals and streams are open only to silent electric boats, canoes and rowing boats.

    powerlit.nl

  • Utrecht & Haarlem moorings

    Utrecht / North Holland, Netherlands

    Quota or permitSecondary source

    New mooring permits only go to zero-emission boats since 1 January 2025. Existing boats affected when boat or berth changes.

    powerlit.nl

  • Furesø

    Zealand, Denmark

    Quota or permitOfficial source

    Motor boating needs a Naturstyrelsen permit. About 400 permits, 30 for electric. Two-strokes banned since 2010. Max 8 knots, boats up to 6 m.

    retsinformation.dknaturstyrelsen.dk

  • Rådasjön & Norra Långevattnet

    Västra Götaland, Sweden

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Drinking-water sources. Combustion banned since 15 February 2023; electric or hand power only. From fishing press, not checked against protection regulations.

    fisheco.se

  • Lakes under 2 km²

    Nationwide, Norway

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Motorboats are basically banned, even electric. Municipalities may allow electric up to 800 W by regulation or exemption.

    miljodirektoratet.no

  • Hossa National Park

    Suomussalmi, Taivalkoski & Kuusamo, Finland

    Electric onlySecondary source

    Combustion engines banned on state waters in the park since July 2020. Electric allowed. Jet skis banned.

    kaleva.fi

  • Valkiajärvi

    Kankaanpää, Finland

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    All motor use banned except electric up to 2 kW. In force from 1 May 2022.

    traficom.fi

  • Vuojärvi

    Laukaa, Finland

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    All motor use banned except electric under 2 kW. In force from 1 May 2025.

    traficom.fi

  • 20 smaller lakes in the Lake District

    England, United Kingdom

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    A byelaw since 1974 bans powered vessels, defined as combustion-engined. The national park has proposed extending it to electric motors; not decided as of December 2025.

    Includes: Bassenthwaite Lake, Beacon Tarn, Blea Tarn (Langdale), Blelham Tarn, Brotherswater, Buttermere, Crummock Water, Devoke Water, Elterwater, Esthwaite Water, Grasmere, High Dam Tarn, Little Langdale Tarn, Loughrigg Tarn, Loweswater, Overwater, Rydal Water, Tarn Hows, Wastwater, Yew Tree Tarn

    lakedistrict.gov.uklakedistrict.gov.uk

  • 8 reservoirs in the Guadiana basin

    Guadiana, Spain

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    Electric motors allowed but not combustion engines, per the water authority's 2008 classification.

    Includes: La Cabezuela, Torre de Abraham, Los Molinos, Boquerón, Horno Tejero, Proserpina, Villar del Rey, Tentudía

    boe.es

  • Bornsjön

    Stockholm County, Sweden

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Drinking-water reservoir. Electric motors only; combustion engines prohibited year-round. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Tyresta Lakes

    Tyresta National Park, Sweden

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): National park waters. Electric trolling motors only, no wake. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Runn (western shore)

    Dalarna, Sweden

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Voluntary electric-only zone near bird sanctuary; combustion boats asked to keep out. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lyseren

    Enebakk / Indre Østfold, Norway

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Since 1 January 2026, petrol and diesel engines are banned. Electric motors up to 5 hp equivalent allowed. Jet skis prohibited. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Østensjøvannet

    Oslo, Norway

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Nature reserve. Electric motors only, landing restricted to marked areas. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lohjanjärvi (northern bays)

    Uusimaa, Finland

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Northern conservation bays are electric-only from May to August. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Königssee

    Bavaria, Germany

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): National park lake with drinking-water quality. Only the electric passenger ferries operate — private motorboats are not permitted at all. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Tegernsee

    Bavaria, Germany

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Private combustion engines banned. Electric and sailing boats only. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Staffelsee

    Bavaria, Germany

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Only electric and paddle-powered boats allowed, protecting the islands and reed beds. Shore zones keep 100–300 m distance. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Rothsee

    Bavaria, Germany

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Electric motorboats allowed with approval from Landratsamt Roth; combustion engines need special authorisation. Holiday permits up to 4 weeks. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Feldberger Seenlandschaft

    Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Breiter Luzin, Haussee, Schmaler Luzin, Carwitzer See, Dreetzsee and more: electric drive only. Carrying combustion motors or fuel-powered equipment is prohibited. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lac de Salagou

    Hérault, Occitanie, France

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Electric motors only across the whole 750 ha lake; thermal engines forbidden. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lac de Naussac

    Lozère, Occitanie, France

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Electric motors only — thermal engines forbidden on this 932 ha mountain reservoir. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lac des Vieilles Forges

    Ardennes, Grand Est, France

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Electric motors and oars only — thermal motors strictly forbidden. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Retenue du Trapan

    Var, Provence, France

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Electric motors only — thermal engines forbidden. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lac du Carla-Bayle

    Ariège, Occitanie, France

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Electric motors only — thermal engines forbidden. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lac de Filheit

    Ariège, Occitanie, France

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Launching for electric motors only. Swimming and other nautical activities prohibited (dam reservoir). Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Grand lac de Bouafles

    Eure, Normandie, France

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Electric motors only — thermal engines forbidden. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lago di Vico

    Lazio, Italy

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Nature reserve lake. Combustion engines banned (exceptions for professional use); electric motors allowed. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lago Trasimeno

    Umbria, Italy

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Combustion engines restricted (professional exemptions); electric motors allowed. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Mattsee

    Salzburg, Austria

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Combustion engines banned; electric vessels allowed with no power cap under Salzburg lake rules. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lago di Poschiavo

    Graubünden, Switzerland

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Green zone: combustion engines undesirable/banned; electric propulsion permitted. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Lac de Joux

    Vaud, Switzerland

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Combustion engines restricted; electric boats allowed — a classic quiet-water destination in the Jura. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Brzeżno Wielkie & Więcław

    West Pomerania, Poland

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Combustion engines banned by county resolution (2020) following requests from anglers and residents; electric motors allowed. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Sejny quiet-zone lakes

    Podlasie (Gaładuś, Hołny, Białe, Gieret, Pomorze, Wierśnie), Poland

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Combustion engines above 5 hp banned across six lakes in Sejny county; small outboards under 5 hp and electric motors permitted. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Rybno Duże

    Kuyavian-Pomerania, Poland

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Combustion engines banned from late 2025 after noise complaints; electric motors, kayaks, rowing boats and pedalos allowed. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Jezioro Dominickie

    Greater Poland (Boszkowo), Poland

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): Combustion engines banned since 2024 due to noise; electric motors allowed. Exemptions for rescue services and organized events. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.

  • Bassenthwaite Lake

    Lake District, Cumbria, United Kingdom

    Electric onlyOfficial source

    A byelaw since 1974 bans powered vessels, defined as combustion-engined. The national park has proposed extending it to electric motors; not decided as of December 2025.

    lakedistrict.gov.uklakedistrict.gov.uk

  • Rudyard Lake

    Staffordshire, United Kingdom

    Rules need verificationNot yet verified

    Earlier listing (unverified): No petrol or diesel engines; electric outboards and unpowered craft only on this 2.5-mile reservoir. Confirm current motor and launch restrictions with the local authority before visiting.