When can you smoke shisha?

1. The most important thing about smoking shisha

Whether at home or in a cozy shisha bar, smoking a water pipe offers moments of pleasure. But what does it look like legally? When can you indulge in this relaxation?

1.1 Youth protection and shisha: At what age is it allowed?

Many shisha fans think that hookahs are more harmless than cigarettes. However, shisha tobacco often contains nicotine, which is why it falls under the Youth Protection Act. This means that shisha smoking is only permitted from the age of 18. It's not the water pipe itself that's important, but rather the tobacco . Minors are allowed to own a shisha but are not allowed to purchase tobacco.

1.2 What the law says about shisha

The Youth Protection Act explicitly states that smoking, including hookah, is only permitted from the age of 18. For details see JuschG §10 .

1.3 Can you smoke shisha under 18?

Clear answer: no! Nicotine-free alternatives are also not permitted for minors. Since 2016, a law has regulated the distribution of e-cigarettes and e-shishas to minors.

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2. Shisha vs. Cigarettes: A Comparison of the Risks

There is a rumor going around that shisha is less harmful than cigarettes. Although there are flavored tobaccos with less or no nicotine, smoking still carries risks from tar and carbon monoxide. Occasional indulgence may pose less danger, but the risks should not be underestimated.

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3. Frequently asked questions about shisha smoking

• Can I smoke shisha under 18? No, this is only permitted from the age of 18.
• Are there exceptions for young people? No! The Youth Protection Act applies to all forms of smoking.
• Is shisha less harmful than cigarettes? It poses other risks, but it is not harmless.
• What penalties do minors face? Violations can result in fines.
• Why is there a minimum age? To protect young people from the dangers of smoking.

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