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An intersection is any place where at least two streets or roads join or cross.

An intersection can also be:

  • any place where a public entrance or exit joins a road
  • any place where shared paths or cycle-only paths join each other or a road.

The following sections explain the give way rules, how to approach intersections and how to ride through these different types of intersections:

  • Uncontrolled intersections (without signs or traffic lights).
  • Intersections with signs and markings.
  • Intersections with traffic lights.
  • Roundabouts.
  • Crossings.