Traffic safety in Schepdaal is set for a significant upgrade as the allowed speed on Ninoofsesteenweg (N8) within the built-up area drops from 70 km/h to 50 km/h. This change, taking effect with new signage installed by Agentschap Wegen en Verkeer (AWV) this week, aims to enhance protection for all road users.
- Verlaagde snelheid Ninoofsesteenweg naar 50 km/u
- Vervangen borden 70 km/u door 50 km/u
- Verbeterde bescherming voor voetgangers en fietsers
- Nieuwe toegankelijke bushaltes volgens Vlaamse normen
- Veiligheid besproken op Provinciale Commissie 2022
- Gemeenteraad steunt snelheidsverlaging sinds mei 2023
On 2025-08-18 17:33:00, the municipality of Dilbeek confirmed the speed limit reduction along the stretch starting at the railway bridge near Pedestraat and extending beyond the Marktstraat intersection. With this adjustment, the standard 50 km/h speed limit in built-up areas will now fully apply to Schepdaal’s N8 segment.
How will this impact daily commuters and local residents? And what benefits does this change bring to vulnerable road users? Let’s explore the key points behind this important update.
Why was this speed reduction necessary? The decision follows concerns raised about pedestrian safety at busy intersections and the condition of footpaths. Lowering the speed limit aligns with Flemish safety standards and supports new accessible bus stops designed to operate safely at 50 km/h. Key implications include:
- Enhanced protection for vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists
- Smoother and safer operation of buses stopping directly on the roadway
- Compliance with Flemish traffic safety norms for built-up areas
- Positive local government and public support following safety reviews since 2022
As Schepdaal adapts to this new speed regime, residents and commuters are encouraged to stay informed and drive responsibly. Could this be a model for other areas in Dilbeek? Only time will tell, but the focus remains clear: safer streets for everyone.
