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Question 6996

If there is no space reserved for pedestrians, may people in wheelchairs travel on the shoulder?

  1. Yes.
  2. Only on urban roads.
  3. No.
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Correct answer: Yes.

Yes. Someone using a wheelchair at walking speed, with or without a motor, is a pedestrian. If there is no usable pedestrian area, they may use the shoulder, both inside and outside built-up areas, proceeding cautiously and following the same rules as any other pedestrian.

Texto refundido de la Ley sobre Tráfico, Circulación de Vehículos a Motor y Seguridad Vial (Real Decreto Legislativo 6/2015) · Reglamento General de Circulación (Real Decreto 1428/2003) · Real Decreto 518/2026, de 24 de junio