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Question 2708

As a general rule, which side must pedestrians walk on outside built-up areas and on road sections through built-up areas (travesías) that have no pedestrian areas?

  1. On the right in all cases.
  2. In the center of the roadway.
  3. On the left. However, for safety reasons, they may walk on the right.
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Correct answer: On the left. However, for safety reasons, they may walk on the right.

Without a usable pedestrian area, the general rule is to walk on the left shoulder in your direction of travel. You may walk on the right when there are safety reasons to do so.

Reglamento General de Circulación — Real Decreto 1428/2003 · Real Decreto 518/2026