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Begin of a motorway

This traffic sign indicates the begin of a motorway. It notifies road users that the general rules of a motorway apply from that point onwards.

End of the motorway

This traffic sign indicates the end of the motorway.

Road with one-way traffic

This traffic sign indicates the begin of a road with one-way traffic. It is not allowed to drive in the other direction.

Parking allowed

This traffic sign indicates that parking is allowed.

Section control

This traffic sign indicates a section control.

Passing left or right mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that drivers reach the same destination by proceeding either side of the sign. The traffic sign is used to mark obstructions such as traffic islands or roadworks. It’s used only on places where the traffic will merge again past the obstruction.

Passing right mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that all drivers must pass the traffic sign on the right. The traffic sign is used to mark obstructions, such as traffic islands or roadworks.

Mandatory right

This traffic sign indicates that all drivers must turn right, turning left is not allowed.

Mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists

This traffic sign indicates the begin of a divided path for pedestrians and cyclists.

Begin of a minimum speed

This traffic sign indicates the begin of a minimum speed. Drive faster than indicated.

Cars prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where cars are prohibited.

Cyclists prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where cyclists are prohibited. An example of this would be a main road where it is useful to exclude cyclists in order to maximise traffic capacity and prevent accidents.

Motorcycles prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where motorcycles are prohibited.

Pedestrians prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where pedestrians are prohibited, such as certain bridges where separate provisions have been made for pedestrians.

Trucks prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where trucks are prohibited. An example of this would be a narrow road where there is difficulty for vehicles wider than cars to pass each other. This traffic sign can also be used to prevent truck nuisance.

Overtaking prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where drivers are not allowed to overtake vehicles travelling in the same direction. The traffic sign is only used where overtaking would be very dangerous. Such as at busy crossroads or places where there is a bad record of overtaking accidents.

End of the overtaking prohibition

This traffic sign indicates the end of the overtaking prohibition.

Begin of a speed limit

This traffic sign indicates the begin of a speed limit. Driving faster than indicated is prohibited.

Turning left prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where turning left is prohibited. This normally occurs where either the side road is one way in the opposite direction or vehicles waiting to turn left would cause traffic congestion.

Turning right prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where turning right is prohibited. This normally occurs where either the side road is one way in the opposite direction or vehicles waiting to turn right would cause traffic congestion.

Turning around prohibited (U-turn)

This traffic sign indicates a place where it is prohibited to reverse direction by making a U-turn. This will usually be because the manoeuvre is dangerous or will cause congestion.

Driving straight ahead prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where driving straight ahead is prohibited.

Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where vehicles higher then indicated will not be able to negotiate the obstruction ahead.

Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where vehicles heavier then indicated are prohibited. It is usually used at bridges and other structures which cannot safely support heavy vehicles. It can also be used to keep heavy trucks off unsuitable roads.

Vehicles with an axle weight heavier than indicated prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where vehicles over the axle weight indicated are prohibited. This will usually be as a result of restrictions on a bridge. It is often more appropriate to specify the maximum safe load of a structure in terms of axle weight rather than laden weight.

Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited

This traffic sign a place that vehicles wider indicated are prohibited on the road ahead because of an obstruction which limits the width of the carriageway.

Entry prohibited (checkpoint)

This traffic sign indicates a checkpoint.

Parking prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where parking is prohibited. The restriction only applies to the side of the road on which the sign is placed. It’s only placed where there would be a serious parking problem such as on a narrow, busy street or too close to a major crossroad.

Parking and stopping prohibited

This traffic sign indicates a place where parking and stopping is not allowed. It is used where it is essential to ban vehicles from stopping. Such as on heavily-traffic or high-speed roads where stopping would cause congestion and accidents.

Warning for low-flying aircrafts

This traffic sign warns that the road ahead is crossed by low-flying aircrafts. This is usually where a road passes close to the end of a runway. It warns drivers to be prepared for the sudden sight and loud noise of an aircraft.

Warning for cattle on the road

This traffic sign warns that cattle could be crossing the road ahead. The traffic sign is used where there are often cattle crossing or moving along a road.

Warning for crossing deer

This traffic sign warns that deers are likely to be crossing the road ahead. The traffic sign is used where there are often wild animals crossing the road.

Warning for a speed bump

This traffic sign warns that there is a speed bump ahead which is designed to slow traffic. Driving too fast over a speed bump can cause serious damage to the vehicle.

Warning for a bad road surface

This traffic sign warns that the road ahead has a defective surface, for example a road with potholes, ridges or sunken areas. The traffic sign is used where it is unsafe to continue at normal speed.

Warning for children

This traffic sign warns that this road is often used by children. Slow down and watch out for children playing. The traffic sign is placed near schools and playgrounds.

Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad

This traffic sign warns that there is an uncontrolled crossroad. Drivers must slow down and watch out for oncoming road users.

Give way to all drivers

This traffic sign warns for a crossroad and indicates who has priority. This traffic sign means you have to give way, you are not allowed to enter the crossroad unless the road is clear.

Give way ahead

This traffic sign warns that you have to give way ahead.

Warning for a roundabout

This traffic sign warns that there is a roundabout ahead. This traffic sign will be used where there have been accidents caused by drivers failing to see the roundabout in time to slow down.

Stop and give way to all drivers

This traffic sign warns for a crossroad where visibility is poor or unsafe for drivers to enter the crossroad without stopping. It instructs drivers to bring their vehicles to a complete stop and give way to all drivers, do not proceed until it is safe to do so.