Driving and drivers licenses in Germany

Driving and license

Some information about driving a motorhome in Germany

Basic driving rules in Germany

The driver must always be on the right side of the road, priority on the right

It is imperative to have your national driving license with you. If the license is not written in English, German, French or Italian, you will need to obtain an international driving license.

Traffic flows counter-clockwise in the traffic circles

All occupants of a motorhome must wear a seatbelt, both front and back. Children under 12 years old or 1.50m must travel in a ECE44.03 child seat or baby seat

Always overtake on the left and allow a long distance before turning back, especially in front of a truck

You must give way to emergency vehicles even if the siren does not sound.

The speed limit for motor homes is :

• urban zones: 50km/h (30km/h zone in some cities)
• main roads: 100km/h
• German highways: no speed limit. It is important to keep to the right because there is no speed limit.

The legal blood alcohol level must be below 0.5 g/l. Young drivers and drivers under 21 years of age must abstain.
The amount of the fine even in case of a slight overtaking is 250€.

In case of an accident, call 112 as a priority

Warning: vertical and horizontal signs differ from one country to another. Be vigilant and adapt your driving!
This information is given as an indication only and may change, so check it if necessary before your road trip.