Europe’s weed map: Where you can light up legally

Cannabis is gaining ground across the EU, with some countries legalising recreational use and many others permitting medical marijuana under prescription. This guide spotlights where cannabis is allowed in some form — whether it's a relaxed attitude, medical access, or full legalisation. If you're a traveler, patient, or investor, these are the EU nations to watch.

First EU country to legalise recreational cannabis (2021).

Adults can possess up to 7g and grow up to 4 plants at home. Clubs exist for distribution.

Adults 18+ can possess up to 25g and grow up to 3 plants.

Licensed cannabis social clubs can distribute for non-commercial use.

Adults 18+ can grow up to 4 plants at home.

Possession of up to 3g in public is decriminalised.

Up to 10g and 5 plants for personal use = fine but not criminal charge.

All drugs decriminalised for personal use; possession of small amounts is an administrative offense.

Private consumption and cultivation allowed. Cannabis social clubs operate in legal grey area.

Public use and trafficking are illegal.

Possession of up to 5g is decriminalised.

Licensed "coffeeshops" allowed to sell cannabis under strict conditions.

Medical use highly restricted, recreational banned with criminal penalties
Sweden

Finland

Hungary

Romania

Estonia

Slovakia

Bulgaria

Cannabis is completely illegal — no exceptions even for medical prescriptions.

Slovakia

Estonia

Romania