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Traffic rules
Belgium
1. Bridge
A bridge is a structure that carries a road, path or railway over an obstacle such as a river, valley, railway line or another road. A road bridge may carry one or more roadways together with pedestrian or cycling facilities.
Drivers should follow any speed, weight, height, width or vehicle-access restrictions applying to the bridge. Particular care may be necessary on narrow, exposed or movable bridges and when weather conditions such as wind, rain or ice affect the road surface.
Which Belgian sign warns of a movable bridge?
The Belgian A9 warning sign indicates a movable bridge.
What should you do when a Belgian movable bridge is closed to traffic?
Obey the traffic lights, barriers and instructions from authorised personnel and remain behind the appropriate stopping point until traffic is permitted to continue.
Is stopping or parking automatically prohibited on every Belgian bridge?
No. There is no single general rule prohibiting stopping or parking merely because a vehicle is on top of an ordinary bridge. The normal stopping and parking rules, local signs and the prohibition against creating danger or unnecessary obstruction still apply.
