Due to roadworks on the carriageway, a lane has been opened in the opposite direction to normal. Can a car with a trailer use it?

Correct answer

Yes, when not prohibited by other signs.

In the context of roadworks requiring the opening of a lane in the opposite direction to normal, whether a car with a trailer may use this lane depends on the specific signs installed to regulate traffic in the roadworks area. Generally, when lanes are made available for use in the opposite direction to usual, this is done to improve traffic flow or to meet specific needs of the roadworks. Under normal conditions, these lanes are mainly reserved for motorcycles and cars without a trailer. However, in situations where the carriageway is affected by roadworks, different regulations may apply. In these cases, the regulations allow all vehicles authorised to use the road under works to use the contraflow lane, unless there is an express prohibition by means of specific signs.