30 km/h zones and residential zones
- A 30 km/h zone starts at a sign and ends at the end sign. Inside, the maximum is 30 km/h.
- In a residential zone (erf) you drive at walking pace, pedestrians may use the whole road and you may only park in marked spaces.
Bus lanes
A lane marked with the word BUS or with a sign for buses is reserved for buses. Cars may not drive on it.
Tunnels
- Always use dipped headlights in a tunnel.
- Keep enough distance and do not stop unless traffic forces you.
- In a breakdown or fire: switch on hazard lights, switch off the engine, leave the key in the car and walk to the emergency exit.
Environmental zones
Several Dutch cities have environmental zones (milieuzones) where older, more polluting vehicles may not drive, for example older diesel cars. A sign at the entrance shows the zone. Check the rules of the city before you go.