Lesson 22 of 59 · Dutch traffic rules

Passing a cyclist Fietsers inhalen

De regel · The rule

Overtake a cyclist only when the road ahead is clear for long enough, and with plenty of room.

RVV 1990 art. 11, 19
Zone 30 (A1 zone)
Zone 30 (A1 zone)

Why this rule exists

A cyclist can wobble, or swerve round a pothole or a car door: the room you leave is their safety margin.

Test yourself

Kees' three questions on this rule, the “Wist je dat?” facts and his tip come with the drive, in Voorrah! Pro.

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