RampPortugal

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Portugal. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

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Traffic signs

Traffic rules

Portugal

1. Ramp

A ramp is a connecting road that allows vehicles to enter or leave another road, especially a motorway, expressway or other grade-separated road. Ramps are commonly used at interchanges to connect roads without requiring traffic to cross directly at the same level.

An entrance ramp leads traffic onto the main road, while an exit ramp leads traffic away from it. Drivers should follow the signs and road markings, adjust their speed and watch carefully for merging or diverging traffic.

Must Portuguese drivers use an available acceleration lane?

Yes. Adjust speed to join the adjacent lane without danger or obstruction.

🔗 pgdlisboa.pt • Portugal, Código da Estrada — articles 13, 24–28, 72–75; RST D8, H24–H25

🔗 ansr.pt • ANSR official RST — corrected 2019 republication, sign descriptions and markings