How do roundabouts work in Norway?
Giving way, indicators, lane choice and trams.
Short answer
When you enter a roundabout in Norway, you must give way to traffic already in it, and you also give way if you change lanes inside it. Norway drives on the right, so traffic in the roundabout comes from your left. Slow down early, stop before the give-way line if needed and signal right before you leave.
Why
- Statens vegvesen says that when you drive into a roundabout, you must give way to road users who are already in it.
- You must slow down in good time and, if necessary, stop before the give-way line.
- If you change lanes inside the roundabout you must give way, and you must use your indicator before changing lanes.
Details
For the first exit, signal right in good time before entering and keep the indicator on until you are out. For a later exit, start signalling right when you are level with the last exit before yours. To turn right, keep to the right or use the right-hand lane on the approach; to turn left, keep to the left or use the left-hand lane. Going straight on with several lanes, you usually use the right-hand lane.
Tip
If you are leaving to the left, you can help other drivers by signalling left before you enter the roundabout.
What may differ
Trams are an exception to the usual give-way pattern: Statens vegvesen says you must give way to a tram whether you are walking, driving or cycling.
Common misconception
A car entering a roundabout from your right has priority, as at an ordinary junction.
What actually happens
Traffic entering a roundabout must give way to road users already in it, so a car coming in from the right waits if you are already in the roundabout.
People also ask
- What are the roundabout rules in Norway?
- Who has priority in a roundabout in Norway?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Rules can change, so check Statens vegvesen before you drive.
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