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Dutch Driving Theory Courses

Unit 3 of the Dutch Driving Theory B curriculum

Theory Lessons in Speed Management and Limits

Browse all 4 lessons included in the Speed Management and Limits unit. This overview helps you understand how the unit is structured, how lessons build on one another, and how they guide you through key driving topics, road rules, traffic situations, and essential theory concepts. Use this section to plan your progression, revisit important areas, and get a clear picture of the learning path that supports effective driving-theory preparation in the Netherlands.

Lesson overview for Speed Management and Limits

Explore a detailed overview of all lessons included in the Speed Management and Limits unit. Each lesson highlights the core driving topics, learning objectives, road-rule explanations, and key safety concepts it covers. This helps you understand how knowledge builds from one lesson to the next and how the full learning path supports your driving-theory study goals in the Netherlands.

1

Speed Limits Inside and Outside Built-Up Areas

Learn the standard Dutch speed limits of 50 km/h within built-up areas and 80 km/h outside them, and how to recognize the signs that define these zones for your theory test and safe driving.

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2

Highway Speed Limits (Autosnelweg & Autoweg)

Learn the specific speed limits for Dutch motorways (autosnelweg) and expressways (autoweg), including how to interpret dynamic speed signs. Essential knowledge for the theory exam and safe highway driving.

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3

Special Speed Zones

Learn the specific rules for 'woonerf' (home zones) and 30 km/h areas to ensure safety for pedestrians and cyclists, and to pass your Dutch theory exam.

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4

Speed Adjustments for Weather and Visibility

Learn to adjust your driving speed for adverse weather like rain, fog, and snow, and in darkness. This lesson is key to understanding reduced visibility and increased braking distances for your Dutch theory exam and safer driving.

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