Pedestrian crossingTurkey
Traffic rules
Turkey
8. 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.
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When must drivers give way at a pedestrian crossing in Turkey?
At junction entrances and exits and pedestrian or school crossings identified by signs or road markings, where there is no traffic officer or traffic light, drivers must slow down and stop to give first passage to pedestrians crossing or about to cross.
🔗 kocasinan.gov.tr • Turkey, Ministry of Interior, pedestrian-priority campaign, article 74
Are all pedestrian crossings controlled the same way in Turkey?
A pedestrian warning sign and a controlled crossing serve different purposes. Obey the signals or authorised controller when present.
🔗 kgm.gov.tr • Turkey, General Directorate of Highways, Road Traffic Regulation
May I enter a pedestrian crossing if the road beyond it is blocked in Turkey?
Wait before the crossing until there is room to clear it without obstructing pedestrians. Overtaking a vehicle ahead while approaching a pedestrian or school crossing is prohibited. Do not pass a stopped vehicle in a way that infringes pedestrian priority or endangers anyone.
🔗 kgm.gov.tr • Turkey, General Directorate of Highways, Road Traffic Regulation
Where does Turkish law normally require pedestrians to cross?
At pedestrian or school crossings, or junction entrances and exits, subject to article 68’s exception for places without a nearby crossing or junction.
🔗 kgm.gov.tr • Turkey, General Directorate of Highways, Road Traffic Regulation
When does Turkish law allow crossing away from designated locations?
Where no pedestrian crossing or junction is within roughly 100 metres: check safety, avoid obstructing vehicles, and cross by the shortest route in the shortest time.
🔗 kgm.gov.tr • Turkey, General Directorate of Highways, Road Traffic Regulation
May Turkish pedestrians obstruct or endanger traffic while using a crossing?
No. Article 68 prohibits that behaviour on pedestrian routes, crossings and carriageways used when necessary.
🔗 kgm.gov.tr • Turkey, General Directorate of Highways, Road Traffic Regulation
