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Speed limits in Belgium

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Informational sign at the Belgian borders.

The general speed limits in Belgium are as follows:

The limits shown above apply only if there are no other signs present, as the signs may prescribe a lower or a higher speed limit. The speed limit outside built-up areas is in many places, especially in the Flemish Region, restricted to 70 km/h (43 mph). Around almost all schools, 30 km/h (19 mph) zones are found.

References

Royal Decree of 1 December 1975, Title II: Rules for using public roads, Article 11. Speed limits (in Dutch).