If you enter a dead-end road where it is not possible to make a U-turn or change direction, are you allowed to reverse out?

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As a general rule, reversing is prohibited in Spain. However, there are exceptions. When a driver finds themselves in a 'dead-end' situation where they cannot proceed forward, turn, or make a U-turn, reversing is permitted to exit. The rule specifies that, in this particular case, you must travel the minimum distance necessary to resolve the situation. Unlike the parking maneuver (limited to 15 meters and no crossing intersections), when exiting a dead-end road, you are allowed to invade an intersection if strictly necessary to get out.

If you enter a dead-end road where it is not possible to make a U-turn or change direction, are you allowed to reverse out?

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