The Germans also have a complicated right of way rule that many Americans find confusing. Unless otherwise posted, the driver coming from the right at an intersection has the right of way. You don't have to stop, though, if the way is clear. An eight-sided stop sign means that you must first come to a complete stop before proceeding. In them playing children may use the entire street and traffic must stop for pedestrians and move at no more than 7 kph.
Buses have the right of way when they're pulling out from bus stops.
Round blue signs with white arrows inside them show permitted directions of travel. For example if there are arrows pointing both up and to the right it means you have your choice of straight ahead or right, but left is prohibited. It offers a wealth of information in English, sells insurance, and provides emergency roadside service. Most cities have an ADAC office. The basic fee is DM 74 a year.