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Germany Boat Licence Practice Test (SBF See) 2026

Germany's official recreational boat licence (Sportbootführerschein) has two scopes: inland waterways (Binnen) and sea waterways (See). This practice is for the SBF See theory exam, which uses 7 basic questions shared with the inland licence and 23 sea-specific questions, plus a written chart navigation task. The questions here are original and cover the same topics: the licence system, SeeSchStrO and collision rules, buoyage, lights, sound signals and safety.

  • Varen
  • Duitsland
  • 70 vragen
  • Gecontroleerd op 11 oktober 2026

Kort antwoord

Het officiële examen heeft 30 vragen. Geslaagd: At least 5 of 7 basic and 18 of 23 sea-specific multiple-choice questions, plus at least 7 of 9 on the navigation task. Each part is marked separately. Tijdslimiet: 60 minuten. Afgenomen door: Deutscher Motoryachtverband (DMYV) and Deutscher Segler-Verband (DSV), commissioned by the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport. Minimumleeftijd: 16 (the SBF See covers boats with an engine; the minimum age of 14 applies only to the inland sailing licence, SBF Binnen unter Segel). Oefen hier gratis met 70 vragen, elk met het antwoord en een uitleg. Gecontroleerd aan de hand van officiële bronnen op 11 oktober 2026.

Lees dit voordat je gaat oefenenBegin met de Sportbootführerschein See Study Guide (Germany): notities in begrijpelijke taal, schema’s en de getallen die je moet onthouden.

  1. Vraag 1 van 25

    Above what engine power do you need a Sportbootführerschein for a boat with a combustion engine on German federal waterways?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. More than 11.03 kW (15 PS)

    A licence is required for combustion engines over 11.03 kW (15 PS).

  2. Vraag 2 van 25

    Up to what continuous power may an electric-motor boat be driven without a licence?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 7.5 kW

    Electric drives up to 7.5 kW continuous power (S1) need no licence; above that you need the Sportbootführerschein.

  3. Vraag 3 van 25

    What are the two scopes (Geltungsbereiche) of the German Sportbootführerschein?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Inland waterways (Binnen) and sea waterways (See)

    The licence is issued for Binnenschifffahrtsstraßen (inland) and/or Seeschifffahrtsstraßen (sea).

  4. Vraag 4 van 25

    The inland Sportbootführerschein (Binnen) covers boats up to what length?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. Under 20 metres

    On inland waterways the licence covers boats under 20 m; 20 to 25 m needs the Sportschifferzeugnis.

  5. Vraag 5 van 25

    Who runs the Sportbootführerschein exams on behalf of the federal transport ministry?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. The German Motor Yacht Association (DMYV) and the German Sailing Association (DSV)

    DMYV and DSV are commissioned to admit candidates, hold the exams and issue the licences.

  6. Vraag 6 van 25

    What is the minimum age for a Sportbootführerschein for a boat with an engine?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 16

    § 6 SpFV sets 16 for motorboats and 14 for sailing boats.

  7. Vraag 7 van 25

    What is the minimum age for a licence to sail a sailing boat where one is required?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. 14

    § 6 SpFV sets the minimum age at 14 for boats under sail.

  8. Vraag 8 van 25

    An applicant is 17. What extra document do they need?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Written or electronic consent from a parent or legal guardian

    Applicants under 18 need their legal guardian's consent (§ 6 SpFV).

  9. Vraag 9 van 25

    Which medical proof is needed for the Sportbootführerschein?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. A doctor's certificate of fitness, which may include an eyesight and hearing check

    You must be physically and mentally fit, shown by a medical certificate. Poor colour vision cannot be offset by conditions.

  10. Vraag 10 van 25

    How many multiple-choice questions are in the SBF See theory exam, not counting the navigation task?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. 30: 7 basic questions and 23 sea-specific questions

    The scoring key gives 7 basic (Basis) and 23 specific (See) questions, plus a navigation task with 9 questions.

  11. Vraag 11 van 25

    What do you need to pass the multiple-choice part of the SBF See exam?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. At least 5 of 7 basic questions and at least 18 of 23 specific questions

    Basic and specific parts are marked separately, so you must reach both pass marks.

  12. Vraag 12 van 25

    How is the navigation task in the SBF See exam marked?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 9 written questions, and you need at least 7 correct

    The navigation task has 9 written questions worth 1 point each; 7 points are needed.

  13. Vraag 13 van 25

    How much time do you get for the full SBF See theory exam?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. 60 minutes

    The scoring key allows 60 minutes for the 30 multiple-choice questions plus the navigation task.

  14. Vraag 14 van 25

    How many basic and sea-specific questions are in the official SBF See catalogue (August 2023)?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: B. 72 basic and 213 sea-specific questions

    The public catalogue has 72 basic questions, 213 specific See questions and 15 navigation tasks.

  15. Vraag 15 van 25

    Within what time must you pass all parts of the Sportbootführerschein exam?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Within one year of the first part

    § 8 SpFV: all parts must be passed within one year, counted from the first part exam.

  16. Vraag 16 van 25

    You fail the theory part. Can you retake it the same day?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. No, a failed part cannot be repeated on the same day

    § 8 SpFV says a failed part cannot be retaken on the same day.

  17. Vraag 17 van 25

    Where the SeeSchStrO and the international collision rules (KVR) differ, which applies on German sea waterways?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. The SeeSchStrO

    The Seeschifffahrtsstraßen-Ordnung takes precedence over the KVR on German sea waterways.

  18. Vraag 18 van 25

    What is the blood alcohol limit for the skipper of a sport boat on German sea waterways?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Below 0.5 per mille (0.25 mg/l in breath)

    § 3 SeeSchStrO forbids steering a vessel with 0.5 ‰ or more in the blood or 0.25 mg/l or more in the breath.

  19. Vraag 19 van 25

    Who is responsible for following the traffic rules on board a sport boat?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. The skipper (Fahrzeugführer) or their deputy

    The person in charge of the vessel answers for following the rules, so the skipper must be clear before leaving.

  20. Vraag 20 van 25

    Before setting off, what must the skipper tell crew and guests?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. Where the safety equipment is, how to use it and how to avoid falling overboard

    The skipper must brief everyone on board about rescue and firefighting equipment and on preventing falls overboard.

  21. Vraag 21 van 25

    In a fairway (Fahrwasser), on which side should you keep?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. As far to starboard (right) as is safe

    Vessels in a fairway keep as far to the starboard side as possible, unless a published exception applies.

  22. Vraag 22 van 25

    Which side of a fairway is the 'starboard side' under the SeeSchStrO?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. The side on your right when you come in from the sea

    The starboard side of a fairway is defined as seen from a vessel entering from seaward.

  23. Vraag 23 van 25

    You want to cross a fairway in your motorboat. A ship is following the fairway. Who has priority?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: C. The ship following the fairway

    § 25 SeeSchStrO gives vessels following the fairway priority over those crossing, entering, turning or leaving a berth.

  24. Vraag 24 van 25

    On which side do you normally overtake in a fairway?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: A. On the port (left) side

    § 23 SeeSchStrO: overtaking is normally on the port side; starboard only when circumstances require it.

  25. Vraag 25 van 25

    Two boats meet head-on in a fairway. What do they do?
    Toon antwoord

    Antwoord: D. Each keeps to starboard so they pass port to port

    § 24 SeeSchStrO: vessels meeting on opposite courses in a fairway each keep to starboard.

Wat je moet weten voor het examen

  • You need the licence on federal waterways for a boat with a combustion engine over 11.03 kW (15 PS) or an electric motor over 7.5 kW.
  • The minimum age is 16 for a motorboat and 14 for a sailing boat. Under-18s need a guardian's consent and everyone needs a medical certificate.
  • SBF See theory: 7 basic questions (pass 5) and 23 sea-specific questions (pass 18), each with 4 options, plus a navigation task of 9 questions (pass 7), in 60 minutes.
  • If you already hold the inland motor licence, the SBF See theory exam drops the basic questions: 23 specific questions plus the navigation task in 50 minutes.
  • The full official question catalogue is public: 72 basic questions, 213 sea-specific questions and 15 navigation tasks (version of August 2023).
  • All parts of the exam, theory and practical, must be passed within one year of the first part.

Veelgestelde vragen

Should I take the SBF See or the SBF Binnen?

It depends where you will drive. SBF See covers the coastal sea waterways; SBF Binnen covers inland waterways such as rivers, canals and many lakes. Both theory exams share the same 7 basic questions. This practice test focuses on See plus those basics.

What is the pass mark for the Sportbootführerschein See theory exam?

You need at least 5 of 7 basic questions, 18 of 23 sea-specific questions and 7 of 9 navigation task questions. Missing any one part means you fail, even with a high total.

How long is the SBF See theory exam?

60 minutes for the 30 multiple-choice questions and the navigation task. Our timed mock has only the multiple-choice part, so it has no time limit.

Do I need a licence for a small motorboat in Germany?

Not on federal waterways if the combustion engine is 11.03 kW (15 PS) or less, or an electric motor is 7.5 kW or less. Local rules on some lakes can differ.

Is there a practical exam too?

Yes. The licence normally has a theory part and a practical part on the water, set out in the SpFV. Both must be passed within one year.

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