Is there really no speed limit in Germany? Why did I see signs indicating 120 all the way ?

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The above refers to the fact that on other sections of expressways, especially rural roads, the speed limit is basically strictly enforced at 70, 50, and 30.

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There are speed limits, and this has been said many many times. There are just some parts without speed limits. The locals know where there are no speed cameras. If you see the local cars slowing down, that means there is a speed trap ahead.

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Many sections have speed limit signs, but speed cameras are rarely seen. As soon as the speed limit sign is lifted, I see local cars rushing away. Except for some sections limited to 80, most vehicles run at the speed limit, and in other cases, 120 is the slowest (except for the far right lane, which is for large trucks and trailers and is generally around 100). The normal average speed is 140, 150, 160, and the passing lane is often 180, 200.

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60, 80, 100, 120, 130 are all

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Some sections have speed limits, while others do not.

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