BicicletaFlandes

A Belgian bicycle is a two-wheeled cycle propelled by pedals or hand cranks. Three- and four-wheeled cycles up to 1 metre wide are generally treated in the same way for the applicable cycling rules.

Yes. An electrically assisted bicycle remains classified as a cycle when the auxiliary motor has a maximum continuous rated power of no more than 250 W, assists only while pedalling and stops providing assistance by 25 km/h.

Yes. A cyclist riding a bicycle is considered a driver and must follow the traffic rules applying to drivers as well as the specific rules for cyclists.

Yes, when an applicable and usable compulsory cycle path is provided. Cycle paths may be identified by the prescribed road markings or signs such as D7 or D9.

A cyclist must normally ride on the right-hand side of the carriageway. Certain suitable verges and, outside built-up areas, other specified parts of the public road may also be used under the applicable conditions.

Yes, if they are younger than 10 years old. They may ride on pavements and raised verges provided they do not endanger other road users.

No. There is currently no general helmet requirement for ordinary cyclists, although wearing an approved bicycle helmet is strongly recommended.

An ordinary bicycle must have a bell audible from 20 metres, two brakes with one acting on the front wheel and one on the rear wheel, and the prescribed front, rear, pedal and lateral reflectors.

Bicycle lights must be used between nightfall and dawn and whenever visibility is less than approximately 200 metres. The front light must be white or yellow and the rear light red.

Yes. Bicycle lights may be steady or flashing, but they must not dazzle other road users. They may be fitted to the bicycle or worn by the cyclist and must remain clearly visible.

Yes. Cyclists may generally ride two abreast. On the carriageway they must ride single file when an oncoming vehicle cannot pass safely, and outside built-up areas they must also move into single file when a vehicle approaches from behind.

Yes, if the bicycle has a proper passenger seat and two footrests. A passenger may not simply sit on the luggage rack and may not travel side-saddle.

Yes. A bicycle trailer may carry up to two passengers and must have secure seats that adequately protect their hands, feet and backs.

A motor vehicle passing a cyclist must leave at least 1 metre inside a built-up area and at least 1.5 metres outside a built-up area.

Yes. Once a person dismounts and walks the bicycle by hand, that person is treated as a pedestrian and follows the applicable pedestrian rules.