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7. Pedestrian warning
A pedestrian warning is a traffic warning indicating that pedestrians may be crossing or entering the roadway ahead. It is commonly used near pedestrian crossings or other locations where drivers need advance notice of frequent pedestrian activity.
Drivers approaching a pedestrian warning should reduce speed when necessary, watch carefully for pedestrians and be prepared to stop. The design of the warning sign and the priority rules at the crossing vary between countries.
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How should I react to a pedestrian warning in Spain?
Reduce speed, look along both sides of the road and be ready to stop. The warning identifies a pedestrian hazard ahead; children, people with limited mobility or others may enter the road unexpectedly.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: General Traffic Regulation articles 45-46,65; catalogue P-20, S-13
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025
Does a pedestrian warning in Spain identify the crossing itself?
Not necessarily. An advance warning alerts you to danger ahead. The actual crossing is identified by its own signs, markings or signals. Apply the crossing rules when you reach it, and follow any supplementary distance information.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: General Traffic Regulation articles 45-46,65; catalogue P-20, S-13
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025
What should drivers know about pedestrian crossings in Spain?
At a marked pedestrian crossing, drivers must give way to pedestrians. A turning driver must also yield to pedestrians crossing the road being entered, even when there is no marked crossing.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: General Traffic Regulation articles 45-46,65; catalogue P-20, S-13
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025

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