Pedestrian crossingPortugal
Traffic rules
Portugal
1. Pedestrian crossing
A pedestrian crossing is a designated place where pedestrians may cross a road. It is commonly indicated by road markings, traffic signs, signals or a combination of these measures.
Drivers must approach with appropriate caution and give way when required by local law. Pedestrians must also observe approaching traffic and follow any pedestrian signals or instructions from authorised traffic controllers.
When must drivers give way at a pedestrian crossing in Portugal?
At an uncontrolled pedestrian crossing, reduce speed and stop if necessary to let pedestrians who have already started crossing pass. When turning, give way to pedestrians crossing the road you enter, even where no crossing is marked.
🔗 diariodarepublica.pt • Portuguese Official Gazette, Road Code
Are all pedestrian crossings controlled the same way in Portugal?
No. At a signal-controlled crossing, even a green vehicle light does not remove the duty to let pedestrians who have already started crossing finish. At an uncontrolled crossing, reduce speed and stop if necessary for those already crossing.
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May I enter a pedestrian crossing if the road beyond it is blocked in Portugal?
Keep the crossing clear and wait until you can leave it without blocking pedestrians. Overtaking immediately before or on a marked pedestrian crossing is prohibited.
🔗 diariodarepublica.pt • Portuguese Official Gazette, Road Code
Must Portuguese pedestrians use a marked crossing less than 50 metres away?
Yes. Only when none is within that distance may they cross elsewhere, perpendicular to the carriageway.
What must Portuguese pedestrians assess before stepping into the carriageway?
Approaching vehicles’ distance and speed, ensuring they can cross without danger of an accident.
How promptly must Portuguese pedestrians cross?
As quickly as possible under article 101(2).
May Portuguese pedestrians wait in the carriageway?
They must not stop there or use pavements and verges in a way that hinders or disturbs traffic.
