Cyclists need to take special care because tram tracks can be slippery, especially during wet or icy weather. The Luas warning sign for cyclists is shown below.
Slippery for cyclists
In particular, cyclists should avoid braking while on tram rails. They should always cross tram rails at a right angle or as close to it as possible.
They should take care to avoid getting their bicycle wheels caught in the groove of the tram rails.
Where there is a risk of bicycle wheels becoming trapped in the tram tracks or shared crossing points, cyclists should dismount.
Road users should be aware of the overhead wires used by trams. This is particularly important for drivers carrying loads and people carrying long items. All road users should be careful not to risk electrocution by touching overhead wires, even indirectly.
Lána tram road marking Overhead electric cables Tramway crossing ahead cyclists dismount
The LÁNA TRAM roadmarking sign may be used to draw attention to the presence of tram tracks. It is an information sign to tell you there is a section of road used by trams and vehicles. You should be aware that trams are controlled by a different type of light signal and that you need to be extra careful.
Tram proceed Tram stop
Drivers must not follow a tram through a traffic light controlled junction unless permitted to do so. For further information go to: www.luas.ie/-rules/