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Behaviour Around Road Users
- 1/20If you approach a pedestrian on a marked crossing
Polish law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians on or about to enter a zebra crossing.
When cyclists are riding ahead of you
Safe passing space is required by law to protect cyclists from wind pressure and impact.
If a pedestrian steps onto the road unexpectedly
Even outside crosswalks, drivers must avoid endangering pedestrians.
When driving near a school or playground
Children may behave unpredictably slow driving ensures time to react.
If an elderly person is crossing slowly
Vulnerable users like the elderly deserve extra time and space to cross.
When overtaking a horse-drawn vehicle
Sudden noise or movement can lead to unpredictable animal behavior.
If a blind pedestrian with a white cane is crossing
Polish law provides absolute priority to visually impaired pedestrians.
When you spot children on bicycles
Children on bikes may wobble or change direction suddenly.
If a mobility scooter is on the roadway
Mobility aid users have similar protections as pedestrians under Polish law.
When pedestrians walk along rural roads without sidewalks
Pedestrians may walk along the shoulder drivers must ensure safe clearance.
If a cyclist signals to turn
Cyclists have the right to use lanes fully while turning.
When approaching a pedestrian island
These mid-road crossings are common in Poland and require alertness.
If a hearing-impaired person is near the road
Always assume they may not hear your approach and drive with caution.
When a group of children crosses with an adult
Polish schools often organize group crossings under supervision.
If a pedestrian crosses illegally
Regardless of fault, the driver’s duty is to prevent harm.
When overtaking a cyclist near parked cars
Cyclists may swerve suddenly to avoid obstacles give space accordingly.
If a person uses crutches or walks slowly
Vulnerable users must never feel rushed or endangered.
When encountering children playing near the road
Children might run onto the road without warning.
If cyclists use a pedestrian crossing
Though cyclists should dismount, they often ride through stay cautious.
When you pass pedestrians on shared paths
Shared-use areas require cooperative behavior from all road users.