Restrictions on movement

Restrictions on movement is one of the topics in the Vehicle movement block of the Spanish DGT theory. How vehicles must move on the road: direction of travel, position on the carriageway, speed and distances. Understanding this section well helps you answer the theory-exam questions on this topic with confidence.

In simple terms, this point of the DGT theory establishes that cases of driving on restricted roads without the authorisation provided for in section 5 must be considered an offence, which must be punished as provided for in the consolidated text of the Law on traffic, circulation of motor vehicles and road safety.

Questions here combine speed, lane position and distances: always check whether the road is urban or interurban.

📜 Reference legal text — Article 39 (8)

Cases of driving on restricted roads without the authorisation provided for in section 5 shall be considered an offence, which shall be punished as provided for in the consolidated text of the Law on traffic, circulation of motor vehicles and road safety.

🔗 Read the official text on the BOE (Spanish General Traffic Regulations)

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is restrictions on movement?
Restrictions on movement is a DGT theory topic within the «Vehicle movement» block, governed by Artículo 39 (8) 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 39 (8))?
This content comes from Article 39 (8) of the Spanish traffic regulations. You can read the official text on the BOE.

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