Stopping a vehicle at a level crossing, drawbridge or tunnel

Stopping a vehicle at a level crossing, drawbridge or tunnel is one of the topics in the Driving maneuvers block of the Spanish DGT theory. Overtaking, changes of direction, stopping, parking, lighting and warnings. 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 the rules contained in the previous section must apply, if the same circumstances apply, when the vehicle stops or its load falls on a drawbridge.

Manoeuvres are tested with practical cases; remember the correct order: observe, signal and only then carry out the manoeuvre.

📜 Reference legal text — Article 97 (2)

The rules contained in the previous section shall apply, if the same circumstances apply, when the vehicle stops or its load falls on a drawbridge.

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

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is stopping a vehicle at a level crossing, drawbridge or tunnel?
Stopping a vehicle at a level crossing, drawbridge or tunnel is a DGT theory topic within the «Driving maneuvers» block, governed by Artículo 97 (2) 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 97 (2))?
This content comes from Article 97 (2) of the Spanish traffic regulations. You can read the official text on the BOE.

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