In Austrian traffic rules (StVO/KFG), is overtaking permitted on the approach to or directly on an Austrian pedestrian crossing (Schutzweg)?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B. No, overtaking is strictly prohibited

  1. Step 1: Under Section 16(2) StVO, overtaking another vehicle immediately before or on an Austrian pedestrian crossing (Schutzweg) is strictly illegal. Answer: No, overtaking is strictly prohibited. Why not the others: Yes, provided the driver remains below 30 km/h, Yes, if no pedestrians are currently stepping onto the zebra stripes and Yes, if the vehicle being overtaken is a two-wheeled moped do not reflect statutory Austrian regulations.

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