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position themselves on the right, off the carriageway if possible, and begin the turn from there.
When turning left on an interurban road where there is no lane specially adapted for changing direction, cyclists must position themselves on the right, off the carriageway if possible, and begin the turn from there. This measure is taken to ensure the safety of cyclists and other road users. Positioning themselves on the right-hand hard shoulder allows cyclists to wait until the traffic is clear before carrying out the left turn manoeuvre. This minimises the risk of accidents by preventing cyclists from crossing directly through the busiest traffic.
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keep close to the longitudinal line separating the two directions of traffic.
refrain from carrying out the manoeuvre.
position themselves on the right, off the carriageway if possible, and begin the turn from there.
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Hard shoulder
Longitudinal strip of the road outside and alongside the carriageway. It is not an ordinary lane, and its use depends on the vehicle, road and signs.
Interurban road
Any public road outside a built-up area. Its opposite is the urban road, which runs inside a built-up area except for through-roads.
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