At some points in traffic there is a ban on stopping. But sometimes you can stop for a moment, even get out. This is completely prohibited elsewhere. What applies how and where?
Stuttgart (dpa / tmn) - In some places, parking spaces are in short supply. Nevertheless, being able to stop briefly in order to unload or get something from the bakery or from the pharmacy is then luxury - and sometimes even allowed to stop. But only in the area of a restricted stopping ban. The traffic sign 286 marks this with a crossbar, explains the test organization Dekra.
Flash purchase with only one bar
With a restricted stopping ban, vehicles may stop for up to three minutes. For example, to get in or out, to load or unload something, or to buy lightning. Therefore, drivers can also leave the car as long as the process does not take longer than three minutes. Those who do not stick to this risk a fine of up to 35 euros.
In an absolute stopping ban, on the other hand, drivers are not allowed to stop at all. The traffic sign 283 marks such places with two crossed bars. Of course, there are exceptions - for example, when traffic demands a stop or the police give instructions.
Not every stopping ban has a sign
Stopping in particularly dangerous places is also prohibited without special signage. For example in tight and confusing situations such as in the area of crests, sharp curves and the strips for threading in and out.
This also applies to bike paths and bike lanes. It has recently also been prohibited to hold onto wheel protection strips. Anyone who stops on these paths separated from the road by a dashed line can expect to pay a fine of up to 100 euros.
And the basic rule is: if you stand longer than three minutes, park. And if you leave the car and keep your eyes on it, no matter how long, you can park - even if the three minutes are not over yet. This is also generally prohibited in many places, even without a sign: for example in the area of intersections and junctions, in front of lowered curbs, in front of and behind level crossings, in front of and behind bus stops and in the area of pedestrian crossings.
