Topic: Traffic signs, markings and signals · Nº 82 / 1397

Si la calzada tiene doble línea continua en el centro:

If the carriageway has a double continuous line in the centre:

  • ASe puede adelantarYou may overtake
  • BNo se puede atravesar ni circular sobre ellas, como norma generalAs a general rule, you must not cross or drive on them
  • CSolo pueden adelantar vehículos de emergenciaOnly emergency vehicles may overtake
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Correct answer

  • BNo se puede atravesar ni circular sobre ellas, como norma generalAs a general rule, you must not cross or drive on them
Explanation

Under the road-marking catalogue (RD 465/2025), two parallel continuous lines have the same meaning as a single one: they must not be crossed or driven on. The only exceptions are those in the RGC, such as safely passing a cyclist or a broken-down vehicle.

The rule · Real Decreto 465/2025, de 10 de junio, por el que se modifica el Reglamento General de Circulación en materia de señalización de tráfico · Catálogo de marcas viales, apdo. 4.1mismo significado que la formada por una sola línea continua.Read the full rule

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