Are you allowed to wear headphones while cycling? The answer isn't as simple as many think. What the German Road Traffic Regulations (StVO) actually say, when you could be partially at fault in an accident – and which headphones are the safer choice for road use.

Around 5 million people in Germany suffer from osteoarthritis – and many of them believe that this means they can't do any sport. Running hurts, climbing stairs is agony, and intensive sports are completely out of the question. But most people overlook a form of exercise that orthopedists have been recommending for years: cycling. And with e-bikes, it's even more accessible.

Do you dream of cycling through the flat polders of the Netherlands, crossing Copenhagen's bicycle bridges, or exploring the Australian coast on your e-bike? Then you should know beforehand: cycling isn't the same everywhere. Every country has its own infrastructure, its own laws – and sometimes even its own unique cycling culture. In this article, we'll take you on a tour around the globe and show you what to expect – including the most important rules for e-bikes and pedelecs.