Stop lineFlanders
Traffic rules
Flanders
1. Stop line
A stop line is a transverse road marking that indicates the position where drivers must stop when required by a traffic sign, traffic light or other traffic control. It is usually placed before an intersection, pedestrian crossing, railway crossing or another location where traffic may need to stop.
When a stop is required, drivers should stop before the stop line and avoid allowing any part of the vehicle to obstruct the area beyond it. The appearance and exact legal meaning of stop lines can vary between countries.
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What does a stop line look like in Belgium?
A Belgian stop line is a continuous white line placed perpendicular to the edge of the carriageway.
When must you stop at a stop line in Belgium?
The stop line indicates where drivers must stop when required by a B5 STOP sign or a traffic light.
Where must you stop at a red traffic light in Belgium?
If there is a stop line, drivers must stop before the stop line. If there is no stop line, they must not pass the traffic light itself while the light is red.
