Is driving in Germany the same as the US?


Is driving in Germany the same as the US? American intersections tend to be regulated by stop signs, but in Germany, at locations where you would normally see stop signs in North America, one sees yield signs instead. This, again, relates to the idea of keeping traffic moving: Stop only if there's traffic coming, otherwise you can keep going.


Is Germany friendly to American tourists?

Germans are very welcoming, so it's not uncommon for a tourist to be invited into a German home. If this happens, its important to show gratitude with a small gift such as flowers, wine or candy. It's also common to remove shoes upon entering a German home, and often there are guest slippers available.


What is the safest country to drive in?

The Nordic country gets many things right – and driving is one of them. According to the data we sourced from OurWorldInData and Gov.UK, Norway has officially earned the title of the safest place to drive in the world, with only 1.5 traffic-related fatalities per 100,000 people.


Can you turn right on a red light in Portugal?

Portuguese traffic lights follow the conventions of the Vienna agreement and so should be familiar to most drivers. You cannot turn right on a red light unless indicated and you should also be aware that many local drivers run red lights.