Before which sign must you maintain a distance of at least 10 m, if it would otherwise be concealed by your vehicle?

In German traffic rules, you must keep a distance of at least 10 meters before certain signs if your vehicle would otherwise block the view of the sign for other road users. This rule applies specifically to the diagonal cross (1) and the Stop or Give Way (2) signs. Maintaining this distance ensures that other drivers can clearly see these important traffic signs and respond appropriately. The diagonal cross indicates a level crossing, and the Stop or Give Way signs regulate right of way, so it is crucial that they remain visible. The No stopping sign (3) does not require this specific distance because it governs where parking or stopping is prohibited, not visibility of the sign.