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    Must drivers give way to pedestrians at zebra crossings in Finland?

    Pedestrian rights at crossings.

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    Short answer

    The police told Moottori that the law is clear: a driver must give way to a pedestrian who is on a zebra crossing or preparing to step onto it. Liikenneturva tells drivers to adjust their speed so they can stop, not to overtake a car that has stopped in front of a crossing, and to give way to pedestrians and cyclists when turning at a junction or leaving a roundabout. Pedestrians should stop before the crossing, look both ways, always follow traffic lights and not run.

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    Why

    1. Give way to pedestrians on or about to step onto the crossing.
    2. Do not overtake a car stopped before a crossing.
    3. When turning, give way to pedestrians and cyclists.

    Details

    Moottori reported that 60 percent of pedestrian injuries happened on zebra crossings.

    Tip

    As a pedestrian, make eye contact with the driver before you step onto the crossing.

    What may differ

    Liikenneturva says a driver leaving a roundabout must give way to pedestrians and cyclists.

    Common misconception

    Pedestrians must wait until all cars have passed.

    What actually happens

    Drivers must give way to pedestrians at zebra crossings.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules can change, so check Traficom and Liikenneturva for the current rules.

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