Hidden risk of fines: If this item is in the car, it can cost up to 10,000 euros. As of: March 7, 2024, 7:26 p.m By: Ulrike Hagen, Sandra Sporer CommentsPressSplit Carrying the item is only permitted under very specific conditions.

So it always has to be well stowed away. Simply putting it in the glove compartment is not enough. That's exactly what is illegal - because it falls under the gun law.