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Escalators in metro stations

Paul_Hadlee
Apr 22, 2013
5
Question

Hi, I have noticed that it is common for people to stand on both sides of the escalator here in Brussels, making it at best diffcult for anyone in a hurry to overtake them.
Is this normal, or are we meant to 'stand on the left' unlike in London where it's on the right?

J

This happens in London as well...
Just bark "excuse me" at them and push past. Please be patent with pushchairs though.

Apr 22, 2013 14:24
Paul_Hadlee

Hi J, yes I know obviously it does happen in London too (mostly tourists), but at least in London there are signs saying "please stand on the right".
Just wondering what the official regulations / habits are, that's all

Apr 22, 2013 15:09
J

No - This is Brussels - If the rules don't suit or don't exist, you make up new rules as you go along.

Apr 22, 2013 16:25
R

maybe you failed to notice that also here there is a sign suggesting to stay on the right of the escalators.

that is followed or enforced is another matter

Apr 22, 2013 19:22
me in belgium

London has changed! Have just got back from London after not visiting for very many years. First disappointment was that the 'English' don't stand to one side any longer, don't hold the door open any longer, don't give up their seat in the tube etc. They used to but cultures are changing - not always for the better ...

Apr 22, 2013 20:20