Up to which permissible total mass may motor vehicles be parked on specially designated footpaths?

In Germany, parking on specially designated footpaths is only allowed for motor vehicles with a permissible total mass of up to 2.8 tons (2,800 kilograms). This rule ensures that heavier and larger vehicles do not damage the footpath or obstruct pedestrian traffic. The limit helps maintain safety and accessibility for pedestrians. So, if a vehicle weighs more than 2.8 tons, it must park elsewhere, not on these designated footpath parking areas.