Pedestrian crossings and road crossings

Pedestrian crossings and road crossings is one of the topics in the Safety block of the Spanish DGT theory. Elements and behaviours that protect life: seat belt, helmet, restraint systems and pedestrian behaviour. Understanding this section well helps you answer the theory-exam questions on this topic with confidence.

In practice, this comes down to the following:

  • If the crossing has traffic lights for pedestrians, they will obey their instructions.
  • If there is no traffic light for pedestrians but the movement of vehicles is regulated by an agent or a traffic light, they will not enter the roadway while the signal from the agent or the traffic light allows the…
  • In the remaining pedestrian crossings marked with the corresponding road markings, although they have priority, they must only enter the roadway when the distance and speed of the approaching vehicles allow them to do…

In short, the rule makes sure every road user knows what to expect in this situation.

Seat belt, helmet and restraint systems come with exceptions: learn both the general duty and the cases where it does not apply.

📜 Reference legal text — Article 124 (1)

In areas where there are pedestrian crossings, those who intend to cross the roadway must do so precisely through them, without being able to do so through the surrounding area, and when such crossings are at level, the following rules must also be observed:

  • If the crossing has traffic lights for pedestrians, they will obey their instructions.
  • If there is no traffic light for pedestrians but the circulation of vehicles is regulated by an agent or a traffic light, they will not enter the roadway while the signal from the agent or the traffic light allows the circulation of vehicles on it.
  • In the remaining pedestrian crossings marked with the corresponding road markings, although they have priority, they must only enter the roadway when the distance and speed of the approaching vehicles allow them to do so safely.
🔗 Read the official text on the BOE (Spanish General Traffic Regulations)

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What is pedestrian crossings and road crossings?
Pedestrian crossings and road crossings is a DGT theory topic within the «Safety» block, governed by Artículo 124 (1) of the Spanish General Traffic Regulations. Above you will find a simple explanation and the reference legal text.
Does this topic appear in the DGT theory exam?
Yes. Every section of the General Traffic Regulations can appear in the theory exam. To practise with real questions, go to the TraficoTest platform.
Where is it regulated (Article 124 (1))?
This content comes from Article 124 (1) of the Spanish traffic regulations. You can read the official text on the BOE.

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