Legal definition
On two-way carriageways, double broken lines on both sides identify a reversible lane. Traffic can be regulated in either direction by lane signals or other means. At least dipped headlights must be switched on by day and by night.
RGC (RD 1428/2003), Article 40 (translated summary)Definition
A reversible lane is a lane bounded by double broken lines whose direction of travel is regulated by lane signals or other means. Follow the indicated direction and use dipped headlights by day and by night.
Key facts
- Double broken lines bound both sides of the lane.
- Dipped headlights must be on by day and by night.
- A reversible lane differs from a lane temporarily opened against its normal direction.
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