Respect the 30 km/h speed limit, adjust your speed to the circumstances, and follow the traffic regulations. At 30 km/h, the braking distance is reduced to 13 metres, which can help to prevent accidents involving pedestrians, cyclists, monowheel users and scooter riders, who will be on the road in large numbers.
The traffic regulations still apply.
Here are a few safety tips:
- Obey traffic lights, green, red, or flashing amber. Flashing amber means the traffic lights are not operating. In this case, the default rules apply, such as giving way to the right or as specified on the traffic light pole, giving priority to pedestrians.
- Signal your intentions clearly! Indicate in good time if you plan to change direction or lane.
- Pedestrians have priority when they are on a pedestrian crossing or about to step onto it.
- Pavements are for pedestrians only! Do not park on the pavement, on pedestrian crossings, cycle paths, or public transport stops.
- When parking, be especially vigilant of other road users when opening your door and always check your blind spots before pulling away.
- Be extra cautious around the many children on the road or pavements. Their behaviour can be unpredictable, so stay alert and be patient.
- Trams always have priority, they cannot stop instantly.
- Do not use lanes reserved for public transport.
- Be aware of buses and do not hinder them. Watch out for people getting on or off the bus.
