All waterscooter traffic is under a general prohibition within the Danish sea territory. The County Councils may however allow waterscooter sailing, though they cannot go against the EU bird protection areas, where all waterscooter sailing is prohibited. At present, waterscooters are allowed in the waters surveyed by Århus, North Jutland and Ribe councils.

Outside of these areas, you are advised to contact the police of the area where you are staying to inquire about possible waterscooter sailing.

Surfers must respect nature reserves. Surfing is rarely banned, but you must respect the rules or restrictions that apply in the area.

Even though windsurfing does not pollute or cause noise, some animals and birds may get alarmed or distressed if you approach. Especially during the nesting season, but in some places all year round, it has been necessary to regulate or ban windsurfing in fjords, coves or bays that are popular nesting grounds.