Traffic signs

A traffic sign is a standardized visual symbol placed along roads to guide, warn, or regulate drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. These signs provide essential information about road conditions, rules, directions, and potential hazards, helping to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow. They come in various shapes and colors—such as triangular warning signs, circular prohibitory or mandatory signs, and rectangular information signs—each designed for quick recognition and clear understanding.


Warning for low-flying aircrafts. Warning for cattle on the road. Warning for kangaroos on the road. Warning for a movable bridge. Warning for a speed bump. Warning for a bad road surface. Warning for children. Give way to all drivers. Give way ahead. Warning for a roundabout. Warning for a crossroad with a side road on the left. Warning for a crossroad side roads on the left and right. Stop and give way to all drivers. Stop and give way ahead. Warning for heavy crosswind. Warning for a curve to the left. Warning for a double curve, first left then right. Warning for cyclists. Warning for a dip in the road. Warning for falling rocks. Warning for a limited height. Warning for equestrians. Warning for loose chippings on the road surface. Warning for pedestrians. Warning for a road narrowing. Warning for roadworks. Warning for a slippery road surface. Warning for a steep ascent. Warning for a steep descent. Warning for tractors. Warning for a traffic light. Warning for a railroad crossing without barriers. Warning for a railroad crossing with 1 railway. Warning for a railroad crossing with more than 1 railway. Warning for trams. Warning for a road with two-way traffic. Buses prohibited. Cyclists prohibited. Direction prohibited (road with one-way traffic). Pedestrians prohibited. Trucks prohibited. Begin of a speed limit. End of the speed limit. Begin of a zone with speed limit. End of the zone with speed limit. Turning left prohibited. Turning right prohibited. Turning around prohibited (U-turn). Parking prohibited. Begin of zone where parking is prohibited. End of the zone where parking is prohibited. Turning left mandatory. Turning right mandatory. Passing left mandatory. Passing left or right mandatory. Passing right mandatory. Driving straight ahead mandatory. Mandatory lane for buses. Mandatory path for cyclists. Dead end street. Information about the next exit. Lane for buses. Lane for cyclists. Lane for trucks. Begin of a motorway. End of the motorway.

1. Warning for low-flying aircrafts

This traffic sign indicates a warning for low-flying aircrafts. It alerts road users that aircraft may fly low over the road, potentially causing noise distraction or sudden overflight surprises. Drivers should remain focused despite potential noise or shadow distractions. Typical Locations: airports, military airbases, landing strips, airshows or heliports.

Warning for low-flying aircrafts.

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2. Warning for cattle on the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cattle. It alerts drivers to the possible presence of cows, bulls, or other domestic livestock on or near the road. It helps prevent accidents, especially in rural or agricultural areas. Cattle may cross or walk along the road, either freely or under the supervision of a herder. Drivers should: slow down, be ready to stop suddenly, avoid honking or sudden movements. Typical Locations: farmlands, pastures near roads, unfenced grazing areas, mountain roads.

Warning for cattle on the road.

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3. Warning for kangaroos on the road

This traffic sign indicates a warning for kangaroos. It alerts drivers to the possible presence of kangaroos crossing the road, which is common in rural and outback areas of countries like Australia. Kangaroos can pose a serious hazard due to their size, speed, and tendency to jump in front of vehicles. Kangaroos may cross the road, especially at dawn and dusk. Drivers should: slow down, stay alert. Typical Locations: open country, grasslands, bushland, national parks and remote highways.

Warning for kangaroos on the road.

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4. Warning for a movable bridge

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a movable bridge. It alerts that a movable (opening) bridge is ahead — such as a drawbridge or swing bridge — which may open for boat traffic. Drivers should be prepared to stop when the bridge is open and to expect possible traffic delays. It often accompanies barriers, lights, or warning bells at the actual site. Common near: rivers, canals, or ports.

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5. Warning for a speed bump

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a speed bump. It alerts drivers of an upcoming raised bump in the road designed to slow down traffic. Drivers should reduce speed to avoid discomfort, damage to the vehicle, or loss of control when driving over the bump. Typical Locations: residential areas, school zones, hospitals, pedestrian zones, roads with traffic calming measures.

Warning for a speed bump.

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6. Warning for a bad road surface

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a bad road surface. It alerts drivers to poor or uneven road conditions ahead. Drivers should slow down and be cautious of potholes, loose gravel, or irregular pavement. Common in: rural roads, construction zones, or temporarily damaged surfaces.

Warning for a bad road surface.

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7. Warning for children

This traffic sign indicates a warning for children. It alerts drivers that children may be present or crossing the road. Drivers should reduce speed and watch for children playing, walking, or going to/from school. Be especially alert for children suddenly crossing the road. Typical Locations: school zones, playgrounds, residential areas, bus stops or near pedestrian crossings.

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8. Give way to all drivers

This traffic sign indicates you have to give way. It alerts drivers to yield the right of way to other road users. Drivers must slow down and yield to traffic on the intersecting road. Stop if necessary and proceed only when the way is clear. Common at: minor roads joining major roads, roundabouts and merging lanes.

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9. Give way ahead

This traffic sign indicates you have to give way ahead. It alerts drivers a Give Way (Yield) sign is coming up soon. It's used as a pre-warning to avoid sudden braking and used before intersections where visibility is low.

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10. Warning for a roundabout

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a roundabout. It alerts that a roundabout (traffic circle) is ahead. Drivers should slow down and prepare to yield to traffic already in the roundabout.

Warning for a roundabout.

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