Pedestrian crossingSlovenia

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18. 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.

Pedestrian crossing
Pedestrian crossing in Črnomelj. (Slovenia)
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When must drivers give way at a pedestrian crossing in Slovenia?

At an uncontrolled marked pedestrian crossing in Slovenia, drivers must allow pedestrians already on or stepping onto the crossing to cross safely.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, PISRS, Road Traffic Rules Act, NPB13, applicable from 11 March 2026

Are all pedestrian crossings controlled the same way in Slovenia?

Where a traffic light or authorised officer controls the pedestrian crossing, follow that control. Slovenian Road Traffic Rules Act Article 41 distinguishes these situations.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, PISRS, Road Traffic Rules Act, NPB13, applicable from 11 March 2026

May I enter a pedestrian crossing if the road beyond it is blocked in Slovenia?

Wait before the crossing until you can clear it without obstructing pedestrians. Do not overtake a vehicle slowing or stopping before a crossing where pedestrians are on or beside it. Passing a vehicle stopped before a crossing is prohibited when a pedestrian is on the crossing or stepping onto it.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, PISRS, Road Traffic Rules Act, NPB13, applicable from 11 March 2026

How near must a Slovenian pedestrian crossing be before pedestrians must use it?

Less than 100 metres away.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP, article 83, PISRS unofficial consolidation 13, applicable from 11 March 2026

May Slovenian pedestrians cross away from a crossing where traffic directions are separated?

No, if the carriageways are physically divided or separated by an unbroken centre line.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP, article 83, PISRS unofficial consolidation 13, applicable from 11 March 2026

What route should Slovenian pedestrians take across the carriageway?

The shortest route, without stopping. Check before stepping out that crossing is safe.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP, article 83, PISRS unofficial consolidation 13, applicable from 11 March 2026

May Slovenian pedestrians step suddenly into the carriageway?

No. Article 83 expressly prohibits it.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP, article 83, PISRS unofficial consolidation 13, applicable from 11 March 2026

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