Red cross: this lane is closed, subject to the statutory exceptions.

Purpose and student action

Identify the signal shape, colour and intended users, then apply the source rule and priority obligations.

Read · decide · act

1. Identify the light intended for your lane and vehicle; public-transport signals are distinct.
2. Observe the stop line and anticipate changes without accelerating to beat them.
3. Green does not authorise blocking a junction or ignoring people still lawfully crossing.

Source documents

Red cross: this lane is closed, subject to the statutory exceptions.

Coverage refers to this dated source catalogue, not every local sign or all Belgian legislation. Variants and reference examples are counted separately.