Vulnerable road users
What is special about a toucan crossing?
- Only horse riders may use it
- It has a flashing amber phase like a pelican crossing
- Cyclists and pedestrians can cross together, and cyclists may ride acrossCorrect
- Drivers never have to stop at it
Why?
Rule 199 of The Highway Code explains that a toucan crossing is shared by pedestrians and cyclists, who get a green signal together. Cyclists are allowed to ride across rather than having to dismount.
Highway Code rule 199