Motorists warned of harsh driving laws abroad which could see them fined

If a driver is caught while travelling, they could risk large fines, penalty points or even driving bans in more extreme cases.

The warning comes as more than 800,000 Britons are set to travel to Germany for the Euros, with many of them driving.

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Experts at Quotezone.co.uk have detailed crucial driving tips for travelling in Germany which could save drivers from being fined.

Unlike in the UK, drivers must be aged 18 or over and hold a full, valid driving licence to travel on German roads.

Greg Wilson, CEO at Quotezone.co.uk, explained that “roads across Germany have varied speed limits and a high volume of speed cameras.

He warned it's “crucial” to stick to the speed limit and approach unfamiliar aspects with caution “because travelling just 1km over the limit could result in a fine”.

Other important motoring rules to understand with the Euros commencing include the strict drink-drive limit which bans anyone under 21 from driving with any alcohol in their system.

In Germany, as with many European countries, drivers must remain on the right-hand side of the road and overtake on the left.

German speed limit signs while the same as the UK are given in kilometres per hour rather than miles per hour.

German roads also have a minimum speed limit which is marked by blue round signs with the minimum speed displayed in white font.

In Germany, drivers can only honk their horns if they or someone else is in immediate danger.

Wilson stated that unnecessary or incorrect use of a horn can result in a fine, “so visitors must avoid beeping their horns to celebrate football wins”.

The German traffic code has strict regulations and high fines for drivers who breach the limit.

Wilson explained that Germany has a speed limit of 50 km/h within built-up areas and 100 km/h outside built-up areas which is 31 and 62 mph respectively.

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In Germany, the general drinking limit for motorists is 0.5 per cent but drivers under 21 or with a new licence are not allowed any alcohol.

Drivers who are caught within this age bracket with alcohol in their system could be fined up to £1,200.