What is the minimum daily rest period (without any reduction) when you are driving alone?

According to German and European driving regulations, when driving alone, the minimum daily rest period without any reduction is 11 hours. This rest period ensures the driver is sufficiently rested to maintain safety on the road. It means that within a 24-hour period, you must have at least 11 consecutive hours of rest before driving again. Shortening this period below 11 hours is only allowed under specific conditions and with compensatory rest later on. Therefore, the standard rule always requires 11 hours of rest to prevent fatigue and accidents.