Travel: Motoring Tips

Germany By Car
With around 10,500 toll-free kilometers, Germany's Autobahn system is on of the world's most advanced motorway networks. Tourist information boards are posted in all the modern motorway service areas. Together with the excellent network of federal and state highways, the Autobahns make it possible for motorists to reach any destination in Germany quickly and comfortably.
Road Signs
Standard international road signs are in use throughout the country.
Traffic Regulations
The general speed limit outside built-up areas is 100km/h for passenger cars without trailers and other motor vehicles up to 2.8 tons overall weight. The recommended maximum speed on Autobahns and expressways is 130 km/h. The standard speed limit in built-up areas is 50 km/h; city and town limits are normally clearly marked with yellow and black signs. The speed limit for passenger vehicles towing trailers on major roads and Autobahns is 80km/h. Front and back seat safety belts must be worn when the vehicle is in motion. Drivers and passengers of two-wheeled motor vehicles with top speeds exceeding 25 km/h must wear crash helmets.
The maximum legal blood alcohol content for drivers is 8 parts per thousand. Children under 12 may not ride in the front seats of vehicles equipped with rear seats. Children's seats are compulsory. Snow tires with studs are prohibited. Low-beamed headlights must be switched on in darkness, fog, heavy, rain and during snowfall. Driving with parking lights only is strictly prohibited.
Vehicle Documents:
Visitors from America and Canada may drive in Germany for one year with a national or international driver's license. The national license must be accompanied by a translation issued from one of the following offices:
Liability Insurance
Vehicle liability insurance is required by law in Germany. Motorists from abroad must either present the green international insurance card or take out temporary liability insurance at the point of entry into the country.
Insurance coverage available at the point of entry can be purchased for 15 days or one month. Should the insurance coverage expire, you may apply for an extension at automobile club offices located through out the country.
The ADAC City Emergency Service
It provides breakdown assistance in principal cities. For the local numbers look under ADAC in the phone book and call the "Pannenhilfe" number.
ADAC Highway Patrols
The ADAC Highway Patrol Service is on duty along all Autobahns and federal highways. This service is free of charge, except for replacement parts. Highway patrols can be summoned from emergency call boxes placed at regular intervals along the Autobahns. A small arrow on the roadside reflector posts indicates the direction toward the nearest emergency call box. When calling ask specifically for "Strassenwachthilfe" (highway patrol assistance service).
Emergency Message Service
The ADAC operates an emergency service to relay radio messages to motorists. Messages may be handed in at any ADAC office or police station.
Police Emergency and Rescue Service
Dial 110 for the police emergency service and 112 for the fire brigade.
Service Stations, Restaurants and Motels on the "Autobahns"
Full details of the available services are provided in the "Autobahn Service" booklet published every year and available through GNTB offices. Petrol prices are not regulated and are thus subject to fluctuation.

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