According to the traffic rules, overtaking right before or through a crossroad is prohibited, but there are a number of notable exceptions to this rule. For example, it is permitted to overtake someone at a crossroad:

When crossing traffic has an obligation to give way.

When the carriageway has two or more lanes in the direction of travel.

When the vehicle in front turns left or is clearly preparing to make a left turn – and you are overtaking on the right-hand side.

When traffic at the crossroad is controlled by traffic lights or by the police. When traffic at the crossroad is controlled by traffic lights or by the police.

Note also that overtaking is prohibited when visibility is in any way restricted, e.g. by a bend or a hilltop. Note also that overtaking is prohibited when visibility is in any way restricted, e.g. by a bend or a hilltop.