Verkeersregels

Are you allowed to reverse if you miss a motorway exit?

On a motorway, you must never turn around or reverse. If you miss an exit, continue to the next one and correct your route from there.

Mag je achteruitrijden als je een snelwegafrit mist? – Rijmaatje

What does this rule or driving tip mean?Turning around and reversing do not fit the high speeds and predictable traffic flow on a motorway, so they are prohibited.

How to apply this safely
Stay calm if your navigation system gives instructions too late.
Do not make a sudden lane change just before the exit.
Take the next exit and return via a permitted route.

Driving lesson and test tip
A detour is always better than a last-minute manoeuvre. Safe and predictable driving matters more than taking the shortest route.

Remember: Missed the exit? Keep driving and let the route recalculate.

View the source: RVV 1990, article 43.

Bron: RVV 1990, artikel 43