This can vary, just like it does on our interstates. Usually 2 lanes each way, but sometimes 3 or 4 lanes each way.
autobahn is a general term that refers to the entirety of the German expressways, not one single highway. Therefore the number of lanes varies, though most have 2 or 3, and an emergency shoulder. The older ones generally have 2 lanes and no shoulder, but some of the newest have up to 5 lanes (in each direction) and a shoulder.
Autobahn = motorway Autobahn = freeway
In many parts of Ireland there are bus lanes, particularly in the cities. Dublin has very many bus lanes.
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Schnellstraße or Autobahn
The Autobahn is a network of high-speed highways located in Germany. It is renowned for sections that have no specific speed limit, allowing drivers to travel at high speeds under certain conditions. The Autobahn is well-maintained and designed for safety, featuring multiple lanes and strict regulations. It plays a significant role in Germany's transportation infrastructure.
Autobahn is German for "freeway"; the proper name of the autobahn there is Bundesautobahn, meaning "federal motorway".
The end of the autobahn sign can be found at the exit ramp or the point where the autobahn ends.
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On average, around 3500 people die per year on the autobahn in Germany. The autobahn is known for having high-speed limits and some unrestricted sections, which can contribute to the number of fatalities.