Bußgeldkatalog 2021

New traffic fines in Germany: how much for caravans and motorhomes?

29/05/2024

Germany’s traffic fines are about to get a lot heavier. The new fines are expected to apply from early/mid November. Speeding fines in particular are set to become much more expensive. To avoid unpleasant surprises when travelling with your caravan or motorhome, here is an overview of the new amounts.

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The fastest (almost) toll-free routes to France and Spain

08/09/2022

Are we there yet, are we there yet? When you set off for the sunny south, there are many kilometres ahead of you. The most obvious way to cover these distances is to use the motorways. But in both France and Spain, you pay a toll for the distances you cover. Not happy about that? There is a great alternative!

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Enjoying the peaceful nature in the Haut-Languedoc

19/06/2023

Lots of holiday makers travel to the beaches of the South of France over the A7. The Route du Soleil, however, is more than simply a motorway to sunny weather. If you leave the motorway just after Lyon and drive west, you will soon arrive in some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in France. The nature parks Monts d’Ardèche, Cévennes, Grands Causses and Haut-Languedoc reach almost to the foot of the Pyrenees. It’s actually a...

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Do’s and don’ts on Black Saturday

09/07/2024

No one wants to start their holiday off by sitting in a traffic jam for hours on end. Of course you can always choose to set off on a different day, but sometimes you don’t have any choice. For instance the accommodation you’ve booked might have fixed arrival days. I’ve compiled a few do’s and don’ts for the infamous Black Saturday in France, and also a few tips for if you do end up in a traffic jam.

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Reduce the risk of a holiday breakdown

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You are slowly making your way towards your campsite and your holiday destination is finally almost in sight. Everything is going smoothly, but suddenly all hell breaks loose. A red light on the dashboard starts flashing and there is smoke coming from the bonnet. Car trouble! Could you have prevented this? Of course you can’t prevent everything, but with these tips the risk of breaking down on the road will be a lot smaller.

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