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 Family bike by Helga67
When you want to cross the street, look twice and let the bikers pass first, otherwise you have the change to get hit or shouted at. Leave a Comment
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 "Incoming...!" by JessH
It seemed to me like nobody had ever bothered to explain to the drivers, cyclists and pedestrians who has right of way on the roads; everyone seems a bit confused when they actually find themselves on a collison course with someone or something.
When you see a bus or tram approaching the station, step well back and keep your distance. Also don't trust that when you are planning to cross the street that the driver will see you (or even care if he does!). Exercise caution, even on zebra crossings.
Basically, walking around Amsterdam is a great experience with lots to see, to do and to taste.
And after a few days, you'll be a master at tiptoeing around dog poopies, whilst keeping your eyes on the trams and busses, not slipping on the cobble stones and dodging cyclists at the same time!
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 A near miss by pieter_jan_vLeave a Comment
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 Yes, says it all, doesn't it? by ChrsStrlLeave a Comment
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 One of the fast moving
"killer" trams by TrekknHil
Stepping in front of a bike is a good way to get you and the rider hurt.
Stepping in front of a tram will probably only get yourself hurt...very hurt.
There are bike lanes where you won't expect them. They are clearly marked. Try not to stand in the middle of them and check you map. Leave a Comment
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 Pas op by davequ
I should heed my own words.
Last Sept. walking home after a spliff & couple jong jenevers I almost got picked off by the southbound tram on Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal, having to do a curb chain-assisted faceplant to survive.
touchdown!!!...
Look both ways for TRAMS, buses & BIKES!
Just a tip for your good health. Leave a Comment
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 Amsterdam, parked bikes by RhineRollLeave a Comment
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 I like them when they're not
moving! by Rachael71
Please be careful, as you won't hear them coming. Make sure you look EVERYWHERE before you step out on to the road, and don't assume that because the little green man is telling you to cross, that it is safe to do so. Leave a Comment
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Watch for bicycle riders when you cross the street. Amsterdam has a very large number of bike riders. There are special lanes for them.
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How bad does it hurt WHEN A TRAM HITS YOU? I hope you never find out. I had an interesting conversation with a Tram Driver. When I asked her if she had ever hit anything, the answer was yes. 12 car in 12 years. When I asked about people the answer was only 2. Why does it happen? Because people don’t look both ways or turn cars into the paths of the trams. Trains are way too heavy to stop quickly and so are trams. The roads are very confusing because of multiple trams lines on the same busy streets in some areas. I even saw locals get confused about where to look for the trams. When in doubt – go to marked crossings and watch the lights! Leave a Comment
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