You want to pull a trailer. What must you be aware of?

When towing a trailer, it is important to consider three key factors to ensure safe and legal driving in Germany. First, the towable weight of the towing vehicle limits how much weight it can safely pull; exceeding this can damage the vehicle or cause accidents. Second, the vertical load of the hitch, also called the nose weight, is the downward force the trailer puts on the towing vehicle’s hitch; it must stay within specified limits for stability. Third, the load of the trailer itself must not exceed its maximum permissible weight. By paying attention to all three—vehicle’s towable weight, hitch's vertical load, and trailer's load—you ensure that the trailer is safely connected and the entire setup remains stable and controllable on the road.