Overtaking (Überholen)
When and how to overtake safely in Germany: minimum lateral distance, where overtaking is prohibited, signals, and re-entering the lane correctly.
Practice Überholen questions →What the exam tests
The German driving theory exam draws 34 questions from the Overtaking (Überholen) topic area. These questions test your ability to apply the rules in real situations — not just recite them. Diagrams, road scenarios, and multi-select answers are common.
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Study tips for Überholen
- You must leave at least 1.5 m of lateral clearance when overtaking a cyclist.
- Never overtake on hills, bends, or within 100 m before a railway crossing.
- After overtaking, do not re-enter the right lane until you can see the overtaken vehicle in your rear-view mirror.
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