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Cycle lane
The sign indicates a cycle lane.
When you see the sign
Keep the car out of the lane, and be prepared for cyclists along the right side of the carriageway. If you are turning or crossing the lane where the road markings allow it, you must check your mirrors and blind spot and give way to cyclists in the lane.
Rules
- A cycle lane is a traffic lane intended for cyclists and must not be used for normal driving by cars, motorcycles or mopeds.
- You must not stop or park in the cycle lane. A necessary stop due to traffic conditions is not considered parking.
- When turning across a cycle lane, you must give way to cyclists continuing straight ahead in the lane.
- You may cross the cycle lane where the road markings allow it, for example to turn or enter a property, but you must not travel along the lane.
Tips
- Check your right-hand mirror and blind spot before turning right across the lane.
- Keep a safe lateral distance and avoid allowing the car or trailer to enter the cycle lane.
- Be particularly alert at junctions and entrances, where cyclists may continue straight ahead while you are turning.
- Look for both the sign and the road markings, especially where the lane begins or continues through a junction area.
Common misconceptions
- Thinking that the lane can be used as an extra traffic lane when there is a queue.
- Stopping in the lane for passengers to get in or out or for loading and unloading goods.
- Turning right without checking whether a cyclist is continuing straight ahead on the inside of the car.
Test yourself
Easy
What does this sign indicate?
- AThat a traffic lane is designated for heavy traffic.
- BThat a traffic lane is designated for cyclists.
- CThat a traffic lane is designated for public transport.
- DThat the road ahead is a motortrafikkveg.
Medium
You are going to drop off a passenger along a road with this sign. What do you do?
- AI stop in the lane if no cyclists are visible.
- BI find a legal place to stop outside the lane.
- CI stop briefly in the lane while the passenger gets out.
- DI stop in the lane and switch on the hazard warning lights.
Hard
There is a queue in the ordinary traffic lane, while the lane on the right is free. Further ahead, you are going to turn into a property, and the road markings permit crossing. What do you do?
- AI use the lane as a kollektivfelt and drive forward to the entrance.
- BI remain in the traffic lane, give way to cyclists and cross the lane at the entrance.
- CI enter the lane, pass the queue and follow the lane to the entrance.
- DI enter the lane if there are no cyclists nearby.
Theory test tip
A common trap is confusing this with a public transport lane or thinking that a driver may use the lane briefly. Remember that the lane is intended for cyclists, and that a driver crossing it while turning must give way to cyclists continuing straight ahead.
Did you know
A cycle lane is part of the carriageway and is normally separated from other traffic lanes by road markings. It is therefore different from a cycle track, which is separated from the carriageway.
Frequently asked questions
Can I drive in the lane to pass a queue?
No. Drivers may not use the lane as an extra traffic lane, even when it is clear.
Can I cross the lane when turning right?
Yes, if the road markings allow it and crossing the lane is necessary for the turn. You must check your mirrors and blind spot and give way to cyclists continuing straight ahead.
Can I stop in the lane to let a passenger out?
No. The prohibition on stopping in a cycle lane also applies to brief stops for passengers to get in or out.
What is the difference between a cycle lane and a cycle track?
A cycle lane is a marked traffic lane in the carriageway. A cycle track is separated from the carriageway and is regulated by a different sign.
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