Roundabout Rules in Portugal
Basic Rules
- Yield to traffic in roundabout
- Drive counter-clockwise
- Signal when exiting
- Stay in appropriate lane
Lane Selection
| Your Exit | Entry Lane |
|---|---|
| First exit | Right/outer lane |
| Second exit | Right or center |
| Third+ exit | Left/inner lane |
Portuguese Roundabout Types
Standard Roundabouts
- Most common type
- Usually well-signed
- Yield signs at entry
Large Multi-Lane
- Common in cities
- Follow lane markings
- Change lanes before exit
Mini Roundabouts
- Small white dome
- Same rules apply
- Common in residential areas
Step by Step
-
Approach
- Look for yield sign
- Select lane
- Reduce speed
-
Enter
- Yield to traffic in roundabout
- Enter when safe
-
Navigate
- Stay in lane
- Prepare for exit
-
Exit
- Signal right
- Check mirrors
- Exit safely
Common Mistakes
- Not yielding at entry
- Wrong lane selection
- Not signaling when exiting
- Cutting across lanes