Kiss and rideWallonia

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

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52. Kiss and ride

A Kiss and Ride area is a designated place where drivers may stop briefly to drop off or pick up passengers. These areas are commonly provided near schools, railway stations, airports and other busy destinations to allow passengers to enter or leave a vehicle without occupying ordinary parking spaces.

A Kiss and Ride area is intended for very short stops rather than waiting or parking. Drivers should remain only as long as necessary for passengers to get in or out and must follow any traffic signs, time limits, road markings or local regulations applying to the area.

Kiss and ride
A kiss & ride sign. (Brussels, Belgium)
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What is a Kiss and Ride zone in Belgium?

A Kiss and Ride zone is an area intended for drivers to stop briefly while passengers get into or out of the vehicle. Such areas are commonly used near schools, railway stations and other locations where many passengers are dropped off or collected.

🔗 codex.vlaanderen.be • Belgian Road Code — articles 2.22–2.23, 24 and 25

🔗 wegcode.be • Road Code of 1 December 1975 — 2.22–2.23, 24 and 25

When is dropping off a passenger considered stopping rather than parking in Belgium?

A vehicle is considered stopped when it remains stationary only for the time necessary for passengers to get in or out or for goods to be loaded or unloaded. Remaining stationary for longer than necessary is considered parking.

🔗 codex.vlaanderen.be • Belgian Road Code — articles 2.22–2.23, 24 and 25

🔗 wegcode.be • Road Code of 1 December 1975 — 2.22–2.23, 24 and 25

What should you do if the Kiss and Ride area is full?

Do not stop in a dangerous or prohibited position or block the traffic while waiting. Continue to a legal parking or waiting place and return when space becomes available or when the passenger is ready.

🔗 codex.vlaanderen.be • Belgian Road Code — articles 2.22–2.23, 24 and 25

🔗 wegcode.be • Road Code of 1 December 1975 — 2.22–2.23, 24 and 25

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