Topic: Speed and distances · Nº 556 / 961
¿Qué separación lateral debe dejar con su turismo al adelantar a un ciclo dentro de poblado?
What sideways gap must you leave with your car when overtaking a cycle in a built-up area?
- AUna distancia proporcional a la velocidad a la que se circule.A distance in proportion to the speed you are travelling at.
- BLa separación que considere segura en función de las circunstancias del momento.The gap you consider safe, depending on the circumstances at the time.
- CUn espacio no inferior a 1,50 metros.A space of no less than 1.50 metres.
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- CUn espacio no inferior a 1,50 metros.A space of no less than 1.50 metres.
Explanation
Under Article 85.4 of the General Traffic Regulations (RGC) (as worded by RD 518/2026), when overtaking cyclists, mopeds, pedestrians, animals or personal mobility vehicles, you must leave a safety gap of at least 1.5 metres, also in built-up areas, using part or all of the next lane or the opposite lane.
The rule · Real Decreto 1428/2003, de 21 de noviembre, Reglamento General de Circulación (RGC) · art. 85.4 (redacción del RD 518/2026)
Cuando se adelante a peatones, animales, vehículos de tracción animal, ciclomotores, vehículos de movilidad personal, ciclistas o conjunto de ciclistasRead the full rule
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