Road safety guidelines

- Respect road signs and signals (red lights, one-way streets, stop signs, etc)
- Always look out for pedestrians, particularly at traffic lights and pedestrian crossings
- Be aware of other cyclists and ensure they can always see you
- Do not cycle on footpaths
- Cycle in single file even when cycling in a group
- Do not undertake vehicles if they are turning right
- On the road, keep right unless specific paths are provided
- Do not transport passengers, Vélib’ bikes are designed to carry only one person
- Do not lend your subscription card / ticket to any other person
- Watch out for vehicle doors opening
- Use the locker for short stop
- Signal changes of direction with your arm
- Before you set out, check your bike is roadworthy and safe
- Wear reflective clothing in bad weather conditions and at night
- We recommend that you wear a properly-fitting helmet
- Do not wear headphones while cycling

 Always be alert to what is happening around you!

Watch out for blind spots!

Blind spots are the first cause of cycle accidents so watch out! Blind spots correspond to the full right & left length of vehicles, leaving drivers unable to see anyone cycling beside them. Lorries and busses have significant blind spots where cyclists are invisible.

- Make sure you are always able to see drivers’ eyes, which is a sign that they are able to see you. Make eye contact with drivers.

- Never pass a vehicle on the right

- Keep your distance from vehicles

- Avoid stopping too close to the front of a lorry or a bus

- Remain visible at all times