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Are you allowed to stop just before a zebra crossing?

You may not stop on a zebra crossing or within five metres before the crossing.

Mag je stilstaan vlak voor een zebrapad? – Rijmaatje

What does this rule or driving tip mean?Stopping on a pedestrian crossing, or within five metres before it, blocks the view for pedestrians and drivers and is therefore prohibited.How do you apply this safely?Pay attention to the direction from which traffic is approaching the crossing.Stop before the zebra crossing if a queue builds up.Keep cycle crossings and sight lines clear too.Driving lesson and test tipWhen traffic is moving slowly, don’t just watch the vehicle in front of you. Plan where your car can come to a stop without blocking the crossing.Remember: Keep the zebra crossing and the five metres before it completely clear.View the source: RVV 1990, article 23.

Bron: RVV 1990, artikel 23