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Roundabout Rules in Sweden 2025

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Sweden: Yield to traffic in roundabout (from left since counter-clockwise). Signal left when exiting. Very orderly roundabout culture.

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Roundabout rules in Sweden

Basic rules

  1. Yield to traffic already in roundabout
  2. Drive counter-clockwise
  3. Signal left when exiting (Swedish standard)
  4. Maintain safe speed

Swedish signaling standard

Unlike some countries:

  • Signal LEFT when exiting (not right)
  • This is the Swedish convention
  • No signal when entering or continuing

Lane selection

ExitLane
First exitOuter lane
Straight onEither lane
Later exitsInner lane
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Step by step

  1. Approach
    • Look for yield sign
    • Select appropriate lane
    • Check for traffic
  2. Enter
    • Yield to vehicles in roundabout
    • Enter when safe
  3. Navigate
    • Stay in lane
    • Prepare for exit
    • Check mirrors
  4. Exit
    • Signal LEFT
    • Check blind spot
    • Exit safely

Cyclists at roundabouts

  • Yield to cyclists in cycle lane
  • Check carefully when exiting
  • Cyclists may be on outer edge

Winter considerations

  • Reduce speed
  • Ice on roundabout surface
  • Give extra space
  • Be cautious on curves

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