Dead endSpain
12. Dead end
A dead-end road is a road that does not provide a through route for some or all vehicles. It may end completely, terminate at a barrier or continue as a path that only certain road users may use.
Drivers may normally enter a dead-end road to reach homes, businesses, parking places or other destinations, but they must be prepared to turn around or leave by the same route. Signs may indicate that pedestrians or cyclists can continue beyond the point where motor traffic cannot.
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What does a dead-end indication mean in Spain?
Spanish signs identify a calzada sin salida, including advance information before the junction. The sign describes the road layout rather than imposing a general entry ban.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: Regulation articles 45,78-81,90-94,132; catalogue S-15a-S-15e
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025
Can pedestrians or cyclists continue beyond a motor-traffic dead end in Spain?
Yes, where the actual route permits it. Spain has a dead-end variant that expressly excepts pedestrians or cycles and displays the relevant user pictograms. Follow those symbols and any controls on the continuation; they do not provide a through route for a car.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: Regulation articles 45,78-81,90-94,132; catalogue S-15a-S-15e
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025
Does a dead-end indication change speed or priority rules in Spain?
The no-through information itself does not assign junction priority or a numerical speed limit. Continue to obey the actual speed, access, parking and priority controls. If you need to turn around, use a suitable lawful place, check for pedestrians and cyclists, and do not obstruct the space needed for other vehicles to turn.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: Regulation articles 45,78-81,90-94,132; catalogue S-15a-S-15e
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025

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