What are the rules on driving with a tow hook in the EU?

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Partial answer:

I assume you mean a tow hitch normally used for this, instead of an hook for this (because I never heard of bike racks for the latter one).

Germany

The empty hitch: If it obstructs the view to the license plate, it must be removed. There are no other "hard" rules. However, in an accident, if the hitch causes more damage than it would be without, it can influence who pays how much of the whole cost (at least, courts tend to do it like this).

The bike rack: If it blocks the view to the license plate, you'll need a third plate (really a third, not just relocating the existing one). If there is a stricter speed limit depends on the model, there should be some limit in the manuals (at least). If it is not indicated on the rack itself too, take the manual with you.

(source: StVO and FZV, and some statements of lawyers in the internet)

Austria

Same as in Germany
(altough there are red license plates that can be used for the third instead of the normal one, but that's not important for foreigners). (source this time: KFG)

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