Where does the Autobahn start and finish?
(The 440-km long A5 roughly parallels the Rhine from the Swiss border in the south past Freiburg i.B. and on up through Frankfurt am Main, then turns northeastward until it ends where it intersects with the A7 near Kirchheim at the Hattenbacher Dreieck [interchange].) Autobahns numbered 2, 4, 6, 8, etc.
How fast can you legally go on the Autobahn?
The Autobahn speed limit is actually 120km/h on many sections, as clearly indicated by signs and overhead gantries. If you see the black-and-white sign that indicates a de-restricted section, the official recommended speed is 130km/h – but many drivers will drive much faster than that, as there’s no speed limit.
Which highways in Germany are Autobahn?
A 1 to A 9
| Highway shield | Expressway Name | Length (km) |
|---|---|---|
| A8 | Saar-Autobahn Südautobahn, Stuttgarter Autobahn, Aichelbergauf- bzw. -abstieg, Albauf- bzw. -abstieg, Ramersdorfer Autobahn, Salzburger Autobahn, Irschenberg | 505 |
| A9 | MüLeiBerl, Berliner Autobahn, Nürnberger Autobahn | 530 |
| Total Length | 5,495 |
How fast can you drive on the German autobahn?
about 80 mph per hour
So, how fast are you allowed to drive on the autobahn? The government recommends a maximum speed of 130 kph, so about 80 mph per hour on autobahns, but drivers are free to go as fast as they want in de-restricted sections of the autobahns. Yes, as fast as you want! Still.
Is there a speed limit on the Autobahn at night?
The Deutsche Umwelthilfe is calling for a general speed limit of 100 km/h during the day and 120 km/h at night on autobahns, hoping that this will lead to greater climate protection and traffic safety, a better flow of traffic, a more relaxed driving situation and a redirection from building faster cars to more …
Are trucks allowed on the Autobahn?
Trucks are limited to a speed of 55 mph and are only allowed to travel in the far right hand lane, unless passing. Plus, trucks are banned from traveling the Autobahn altogether on the weekends.
What is the minimum speed a vehicle must maintain on the Autobahn?
2.2 Minimum Required Speed on Autobahn Vehicles, which are not capable of maintaining a speed of 60 km/h (37 mph) are not allowed on the Autobahn. For example, agriculture machines, tractors, mopeds, electric scooters, or quads with top speeds of less than 60 km/h are not allowed on the Autobahn.