Curitiba is continuing a series of educational actions on scooters, electric skateboards, scooters, mini scooters and other self-propelled vehicles through September 25. The first blitz in the schedule took place on September 18 at Barigui Park as part of National Traffic Week. According to City Hall, the purpose is to guide users on safer circulation and reinforce the use of protective equipment.
For people who want to find the next actions, City Hall published five locations between September 20 and 25. The notice does not provide times for these stages, so it is worth checking official updates before going.
Next educational blitz locations in Curitiba
| Date | Location | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 20 | Domingo no Centro, Rua XV pedestrian mall | Educational action downtown. The event location does not mean scooters are allowed to circulate on the pedestrian mall. |
| Sept. 21 | Rua da Cidadania Cajuru | Guidance on the safe use of self-propelled vehicles. |
| Sept. 22 | Rua da Cidadania Pinheirinho | Guidance on the safe use of self-propelled vehicles. |
| Sept. 24 | Rua da Cidadania CIC | Guidance on the safe use of self-propelled vehicles. |
| Sept. 25 | Rua da Cidadania Boqueirão | Last action listed in the schedule released by City Hall. |
The schedule appears in the official City of Curitiba notice on the educational blitzes.
What the guidance is focusing on
At the Barigui Park action, traffic officers and instructors invited visitors to try electric scooters and explained how to circulate more safely. Anyone who took part in the demonstration had to wear a helmet. City Hall stated, however, that helmets and knee pads are not mandatory for these vehicles, although their use is recommended and encouraged.
- Protective equipment: helmets and other protective items are recommended as a way to reduce risk.
- Compliance with circulation rules: the guidance includes using permitted spaces and avoiding prohibited areas.
- Sharing the road: users should account for pedestrians, cyclists and other vehicles and adjust speed to the environment.
Where self-propelled vehicles may and may not circulate
City Hall said the municipal decree signed on September 17, 2026 regulates electric self-propelled vehicles, including electric scooters and skateboards, scooters, mini scooters and unicycles. According to the municipal announcement, this category covers vehicles with a maximum speed of 32 km/h and maximum power of 1,000 W, and it does not require a driver's license or vehicle registration.
The rules highlighted by City Hall require circulation on bike paths, bike lanes and streets with posted speed limits of 30 km/h or 40 km/h. Circulation is prohibited on sidewalks, high-speed roads and exclusive public transport lanes. The full explanation published when the rule was launched is on the City Hall page on the regulation of self-propelled vehicles.
There is an important detail about the September 20 action: URBS says the Rua XV pedestrian mall is currently among the restricted circulation areas for shared scooters. Therefore, holding the educational activity there should not be interpreted as authorization to ride a scooter on the pedestrian mall.
Additional rules for shared scooters
Shared rental scooters accredited by URBS are subject to specific operating rules. The service is available only to people aged 18 or older, and each scooter may be used by one person. Carrying a passenger, allowing a minor to use the account, transporting cargo that interferes with riding, and using the scooter for delivery services are not allowed.
URBS also states that the maximum operating speed for shared scooters is 20 km/h. For new users, the limit is 15 km/h during the first five rides or the first 30 minutes of use, whichever comes first. In spaces expressly authorized for shared circulation with pedestrians, the limit is 6 km/h and pedestrians have priority.
Before a trip, users are advised to check the brakes, tires, lights and audible warning device and to look for visible damage. During the trip, users should follow traffic signs, slow down at intersections and busy areas, and not use a phone while riding. These rules and recommendations are collected on the URBS page on shared electric scooters.
Is this an educational blitz or an enforcement operation?
The City Hall notice describes this week's program as an educational blitz. It does not announce a ticketing operation or specify fines linked to the approaches scheduled between September 20 and 25. The stated purpose is to raise awareness about protective equipment and compliance with traffic rules.
This does not mean the shared scooter service is not monitored. URBS says it oversees the operation through its Operations Control Center, georeferencing tools, inspection teams and reports submitted by the public through the 156 service. Situations that can be reported include abandoned or improperly parked scooters, obstruction of sidewalks and ramps, circulation in prohibited locations and apparently irregular use.
Quick safety checklist
- Check whether your route is in an allowed area.
- Wear a helmet and other protective equipment even when it is not mandatory.
- Do not ride on sidewalks, high-speed roads or bus lanes.
- On shared scooters, respect electronic speed limits and blocked areas shown in the app.
- Check brakes, tires, lights and the audible warning device before starting.
- Do not use a phone while riding.
- When ending a rental, park only at the locations indicated in the app and do not obstruct circulation.
Because the published schedule does not include times, anyone planning to attend one of the actions should check the City of Curitiba and Municipal Department of Social Defense and Traffic channels for possible same-day adjustments.
