OvertakingSlovenia
Traffic rules
Slovenia
1. Overtaking
Overtaking is the act of passing another road user travelling in the same direction. It normally involves moving to another position or lane, passing the slower road user and returning to the appropriate position when it is safe.
Before overtaking, a driver should make sure there is sufficient visibility and space, check mirrors and blind spots, signal when required and ensure that no other road user is already overtaking. The manoeuvre must be completed without exceeding the speed limit or endangering other road users.
On which side do drivers normally overtake in Slovenia?
As traffic normally keeps right, drivers ordinarily overtake on the left. This is the general rule, not permission to pass wherever a lane is available; exceptions and restrictions depend on the local law.
🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP — articles 37, 50–52
🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, current Signs Regulation — relevant national signs and markings
When should you avoid overtaking in Slovenia?
Do not begin if approaching traffic, restricted visibility, road markings, an intersection, a crossing or another road user makes the manoeuvre unsafe or unlawful. Check behind and ahead, allow enough space and never exceed the speed limit to complete the pass.
🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP — articles 37, 50–52
🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, current Signs Regulation — relevant national signs and markings
What extra care is needed when overtaking slower road users in Slovenia?
In Slovenia, leave at least 1.5 metres of lateral clearance when overtaking cyclists, light motor vehicles and mopeds whose design speed does not exceed 25 km/h. Overtake only where the manoeuvre is otherwise lawful and safe. Protect pedestrians and other slower users as well, and wait when sufficient space is unavailable.
🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP — articles 37, 50–52
🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, current Signs Regulation — relevant national signs and markings
