Giving Way to Pedestrians in Spain by COYS RENT-A-CAR

Respecting pedestrian priority isn’t just polite — it’s the **law**

**Zebra Crossings = Mandatory Stop**

If a pedestrian is **waiting** to cross and it’s safe, you should stop.

If they’re **already crossing**, you **must stop**

But that’s not all…

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**Turning at a Junction? Give Way!**

Even without a zebra crossing, if you’re turning at a junction and a pedestrian is crossing — **you must let them pass first**.

**Article 65** of Spanish traffic law covers this, and so does **UK Highway Code Rules 170 & H2**

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**Crossing a Pavement (e.g., Vado Access)?**

Whether entering or exiting a **garage**, or crossing any **sidewalk**, **pedestrians always have priority**.

**In Pedestrian Zones**

If driving through a **shared space** or designated pedestrian zone, you **must yield** to foot traffic.

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**Bus Stops & Vulnerable Groups**

You must give way when:

* Pedestrians are **getting on/off buses**

* They’re between the vehicle and **a safe pedestrian area**

* You encounter **military personnel in uniform**, **school groups**, or **organised marches**

(Article 23.3)

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**Reminder: “Vehicles” = ALL Vehicles**

This includes:

Bicycles

E-scooters

Motorbikes

Cars, vans & more

Violations of these rules are classified as **serious offences**