Information signs

An information sign is a traffic sign that provides useful guidance or clarification to road users without imposing rules or warnings. These signs inform drivers about things like parking zones, directions, facilities, road layouts, or the start and end of built-up areas. Their purpose is to help drivers navigate confidently by giving clear, practical information that improves orientation, comfort, and overall traffic flow.

Dead end street. Detour for vehicles that are not allowed to pass. General information about the directions. Begin of a motorway. End of the motorway. Parking allowed. Route to be followed in order to turn left. Section control. National speed limits.

1. Dead end street

This traffic sign indicates a dead end street. A dead end street (also called a cul-de-sac or no through road) is a road that ends without an exit — vehicles can enter but must turn around to leave, as there's no connection to another road.

Dead end street.

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2. Detour for vehicles that are not allowed to pass

This traffic sign indicates a detour for vehicles that are not allowed to pass. A detour for vehicles that are not allowed to pass is a specially indicated route for drivers whose vehicles are prohibited from continuing on a particular road — due to weight, height, width, emissions, or type restrictions.

Detour for vehicles that are not allowed to pass.

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3. General information about the directions

This traffic sign gives general information about the directions of the road. A direction sign is a road sign that guides drivers and other road users toward destinations such as towns, cities, landmarks, or services. It provides clear navigational information.

General information about the directions.

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4. Begin of a motorway

This traffic sign indicates the begin of a motorway. The beginning of a motorway marks the start of a controlled-access highway designed for high-speed traffic with no intersections or traffic lights. Obey motorway regulations (e.g., no stopping except emergencies, no pedestrians, minimum speed limits).

Begin of a motorway.

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5. End of the motorway

This traffic sign indicates the end of the motorway. The end of the motorway indicates the point where the controlled-access motorway finishes, and traffic enters roads with different rules, often with lower speed limits and more intersections.

End of the motorway.

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6. Parking allowed

This traffic sign indicates that parking is allowed. Parking is allowed means that drivers may stop and leave their vehicle in a designated area for a period of time, following local rules and regulations. Parking may be free or paid, often regulated by: signs, meters, or permits.

Parking allowed.

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7. Route to be followed in order to turn left

This traffic sign indicates the route to be followed in order to turn left.

Route to be followed in order to turn left.

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8. Section control

This traffic sign indicates a section control. Section control (also called average speed check) is a traffic enforcement system that measures a vehicle's average speed over a set distance to ensure compliance with speed limits. Encourages drivers to maintain consistent, legal speeds over longer distances.

Section control.

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9. National speed limits

This traffic sign indicates the national speed limits. National speed limits are the default maximum speeds allowed on different types of roads when no other specific speed limit signs are posted. Speed limits may vary based on weather conditions, vehicle type, or special zones. Lower speeds may apply in school zones, residential areas, or during roadworks.

National speed limits.

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