Traffic signsBrussels

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Brussels. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.


What does this traffic sign mean?

101. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory left.
Turning right prohibited.
✓ Mandatory right.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory direction to the right. Traffic must proceed to the right at the sign and may not continue straight ahead or to the left.

English • Traffic sign D1f • Drivers and riders must follow the direction indicated by the arrow. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D1f • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre la direction indiquée par la flèche. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D1f • Verplichting voor de bestuurders de door de pijl aangeduide richting te volgen. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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102. What does this traffic sign mean?

Stopping prohibited.
✓ Driving straight ahead mandatory.
Start of a priority road.
Entry prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that driving straight ahead is mandatory. Traffic must continue straight ahead and may not turn left or right at the location to which the sign applies.

English • Traffic sign D1a • Drivers and riders must follow the direction indicated by the arrow. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D1a • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre la direction indiquée par la flèche. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D1a • Verplichting voor de bestuurders de door de pijl aangeduide richting te volgen. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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103. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory path for pedestrians.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
Crossing for pedestrians.
Warning for children.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a mandatory path for pedestrians. Pedestrians must use the designated path, while other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

English • Traffic sign D13 • Part of the public road compulsory for pedestrians. The sign applies up to and including the next junction. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D13 • Partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les piétons. Le signal vaut jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D13 • Deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor voetgangers. Het verkeersbord geldt tot en met het volgend kruispunt. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

104. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for pedestrians.
✓ End of mandatory path for pedestrians.
Start of a motorway.
Warning for children.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory path for pedestrians. The requirement associated with the designated path ends at this point. Pedestrians must continue according to the subsequent path or road layout and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign D14 • End of the part of the public road compulsory for pedestrians. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D14 • Fin de la partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les piétons. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D14 • Einde van het deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor voetgangers. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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105. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory path for cyclists.
Warning for cyclists.
Cars prohibited.
Cyclists prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for cyclists. Cyclists must use the designated path where the sign applies. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

English • Traffic sign D7 • Cycle track. The sign applies up to and including the next junction. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D7 • Piste cyclable. Le signal vaut jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D7 • Fietspad. Het verkeersbord geldt tot en met het volgend kruispunt. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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106. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of an expressway.
✓ End of mandatory path for cyclists.
Cyclists prohibited.
End of the zone for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory path for cyclists. The requirement associated with the designated path ends at this point. Cyclists must continue according to the road layout, other traffic signs and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign D8 • End of cycle track. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D8 • Fin de piste cyclable. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D8 • Einde fietspad. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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107. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory path for equestrians.
Cars prohibited.
Equestrians prohibited.
Warning for equestrians.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for equestrians. Equestrians must use the designated path where the sign applies. Other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

English • Traffic sign D15 • Part of the public road compulsory for horse riders. The sign applies up to and including the next junction. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D15 • Partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les cavaliers. Le signal vaut jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D15 • Deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor ruiters. Het verkeersbord geldt tot en met het volgend kruispunt. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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108. What does this traffic sign mean?

Equestrians prohibited.
Warning for horses.
Warning for equestrians.
✓ End of mandatory path for equestrians.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory path for equestrians. The requirement associated with the designated path ends at this point. Equestrians must continue according to the subsequent path or road layout and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign D16 • End of the part of the public road compulsory for horse riders. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D16 • Fin de la partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les cavaliers. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D16 • Einde van het deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor ruiters. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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109. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory divided pedestrian and cycle path.
Crossing for pedestrians and cyclists.
✓ Mandatory shared pedestrian and cycle path.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory shared path for pedestrians and cyclists. Pedestrians and cyclists must use the same designated path rather than separate sections. They must share the space safely and follow the applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign D11 • Part of the public road compulsory for pedestrians and cyclists. The sign applies up to and including the next junction. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D11 • Partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les piétons et les cyclistes. Le signal vaut jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D11 • Deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor voetgangers en fietsers. Het verkeersbord geldt tot en met het volgend kruispunt. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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110. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for pedestrians and cyclists.
End of the zone for pedestrians and cyclists.
✓ End of shared pedestrian and cycle path.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory shared path for pedestrians and cyclists. The shared-path requirement ends at this point. Pedestrians and cyclists must continue according to the subsequent path or road layout and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign D12 • End of the part of the public road compulsory for pedestrians and cyclists. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D12 • Fin de la partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les piétons et les cyclistes. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D12 • Einde van het deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor voetgangers en fietsers. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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111. What does this traffic sign mean?

Crossing for pedestrians and cyclists.
✓ Mandatory divided pedestrian and cycle path.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
Cars, trucks and buses prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists. Pedestrians and cyclists must use the section designated for them. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

English • Traffic sign D9 • Part of the public road compulsory for pedestrians, cyclists and class A moped riders. The sign applies up to and including the next junction. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D9 • Partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les piétons, les cyclistes et les conducteurs de cyclomoteurs classe A. Le signal vaut jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D9 • Deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor voetgangers, fietsers en bestuurders van tweewielige bromfietsen klasse A. Het verkeersbord geldt tot en met het volgend kruispunt. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

112. What does this traffic sign mean?

Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
End of the zone for pedestrians and cyclists.
Start of a motorway.
✓ End of divided pedestrian and cycle path.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists. The requirement to use the separately designated sections ends at this point. Continue according to the subsequent path or road layout and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign D10 • End of the part of the public road compulsory for pedestrians, cyclists and class A moped riders. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D10 • Fin de la partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les piétons, les cyclistes et les conducteurs de cyclomoteurs classe A. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D10 • Einde van het deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor voetgangers, fietsers en bestuurders van tweewielige bromfietsen klasse A. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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113. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Warning for pedestrians and cyclists.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
✓ Mandatory divided pedestrian and cycle path.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists. Pedestrians and cyclists must use the section designated for them. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

English • Traffic sign D9 • Part of the public road compulsory for pedestrians, cyclists and class A moped riders. The sign applies up to and including the next junction. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D9 • Partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les piétons, les cyclistes et les conducteurs de cyclomoteurs classe A. Le signal vaut jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D9 • Deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor voetgangers, fietsers en bestuurders van tweewielige bromfietsen klasse A. Het verkeersbord geldt tot en met het volgend kruispunt. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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114. What does this traffic sign mean?

Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
End of the zone for pedestrians and cyclists.
Start of a motorway.
✓ End of divided pedestrian and cycle path.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists. The requirement to use the separately designated sections ends at this point. Continue according to the subsequent path or road layout and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign D10 • End of the part of the public road compulsory for pedestrians, cyclists and class A moped riders. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D10 • Fin de la partie de la voie publique obligatoire pour les piétons, les cyclistes et les conducteurs de cyclomoteurs classe A. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D10 • Einde van het deel van de openbare weg verplicht voor voetgangers, fietsers en bestuurders van tweewielige bromfietsen klasse A. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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115. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of mandatory use of dipped headlights.
Warning for a steep ascent.
✓ Dipped headlights mandatory.
Entry prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that the use of dipped headlights is mandatory. Drivers must use dipped headlights from this point until the requirement ends or is replaced, while continuing to follow the general lighting rules.

English • Traffic sign D17 • Dipped headlights compulsory. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D17 • Usage obligatoire des feux de croisement. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D17 • Verplicht gebruik van de dimlichten. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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116. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a steep descent.
Warning for a steep ascent.
End of the tunnel.
✓ End of mandatory use of dipped headlights.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the requirement to use dipped headlights. Dipped headlights are no longer mandatory because of this sign, but they must still be used whenever required by the general traffic rules or driving conditions.

English • Traffic sign D18 • End of compulsory use of dipped headlights, without prejudice to article 44. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D18 • Fin de l’usage obligatoire des feux de croisement, sans préjudice de l’article 44. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D18 • Einde van het verplicht gebruik van de dimlichten, onverminderd artikel 44. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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117. What does this traffic sign mean?

Detour directions.
✓ Mandatory route for dangerous goods.
Dead end for trucks.
Mandatory lane for trucks.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory route for vehicles carrying dangerous goods. Vehicles carrying dangerous goods must use the route indicated by the sign.

English • Traffic sign D4 • Vehicles carrying dangerous goods must follow the direction indicated by the arrow. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D4 • Obligation pour les véhicules transportant des marchandises dangereuses de suivre la direction indiquée par la flèche. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D4 • Verplichting voor voertuigen die gevaarlijke goederen vervoeren om de door de pijl aangeduide richting te volgen. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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118. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory route for explosive materials.
Lane for trucks.
Fire risk.
Petrol station.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory route for vehicles carrying explosive materials. Vehicles carrying explosive materials must use the route indicated by the sign.

English • Traffic sign D4 • Vehicles carrying dangerous goods must follow the direction indicated by the arrow. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D4 • Obligation pour les véhicules transportant des marchandises dangereuses de suivre la direction indiquée par la flèche. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D4 • Verplichting voor voertuigen die gevaarlijke goederen vervoeren om de door de pijl aangeduide richting te volgen. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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119. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory route for water-polluting substances.
Hydrogen station.
Fire extinguisher.
Warning for accidents.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory route for vehicles carrying water-polluting substances. Vehicles carrying water-polluting substances must use the route indicated by the sign.

English • Traffic sign D4 • Vehicles carrying dangerous goods must follow the direction indicated by the arrow. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier D4 • Obligation pour les véhicules transportant des marchandises dangereuses de suivre la direction indiquée par la flèche. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord D4 • Verplichting voor voertuigen die gevaarlijke goederen vervoeren om de door de pijl aangeduide richting te volgen. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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120. What does this traffic sign mean?

Passing customs without stopping prohibited.
Start of a built-up area.
✓ Country border.
National speed limits.

This traffic sign indicates that you are crossing the national border and entering another country. The traffic rules of the country indicated apply from this point onward.

English • Traffic sign F100 • Border. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F100 • Frontière. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F100 • Grens. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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121. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Start of a priority road.
Stop and give way.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
End of the priority road.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a priority road. Drivers on the priority road normally have priority over traffic entering from side roads until the priority road ends, unless traffic lights, other signs or applicable traffic rules indicate otherwise.

English • Traffic sign B9 • Priority road. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier B9 • Voie prioritaire. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord B9 • Voorrangsweg. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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122. What does this traffic sign mean?

Give way.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
End of local restrictions.
✓ End of the priority road.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the priority road. The road no longer has continuing priority at subsequent intersections. Follow the applicable traffic lights, priority signs and default priority rules.

English • Traffic sign B11 • End of priority road. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier B11 • Fin de voie prioritaire. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord B11 • Einde van voorrangsweg. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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123. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the built-up area.
✓ Start of a built-up area.
Start of a zone with speed limit.
Start of a residential area.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a built-up area. From this point, the traffic rules that apply to built-up areas take effect according to the applicable local regulations.

English • Traffic sign R25 • Beginning of a built-up area. The name of the built-up area may appear at the top centre of the sign. The applicable maximum speed may be displayed for information at the bottom right. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R25 • Début d’une agglomération. Le nom de l’agglomération peut être indiqué sur le signal, en haut au milieu. La vitesse maximale qui s’y applique peut être indiquée à titre informatif sur le signal en bas à droite. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R25 • Begin van een bebouwde kom. De naam van de bebouwde kom kan, bovenaan in het midden, op het verkeersbord aangeduid zijn. De maximale snelheid die er geldt, kan rechtsonder als aanwijzing op het verkeersbord aangeduid zijn. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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124. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ End of the built-up area.
End of the zone with speed limit.
End of the motorway.
Start of a built-up area.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the built-up area. The traffic rules specifically associated with the built-up area cease to apply from this point according to the applicable local regulations.

English • Traffic sign R27 • End of a built-up area. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R27 • Fin d’une agglomération. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R27 • Einde van een bebouwde kom. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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125. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ City limit.
Country border.
End of city limit.
Start of a built-up area.

This traffic sign indicates a city or town limit. It marks the boundary or entrance of the named locality. Any traffic rules associated with the boundary depend on the applicable local regulations.

English • Traffic sign F43 • Locality sign. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F43 • Signal de localité. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F43 • Plaatsnaambord. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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126. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of an expressway.
✓ Start of a motorway.
Start of a tunnel.
End of the motorway.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a motorway. From this point, special motorway rules apply, including restrictions on which road users may enter and on stopping, reversing and other manoeuvres. Follow the applicable speed limits, lane rules and local motorway regulations.

English • Traffic sign R29 • Beginning of a motorway. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R29 • Début d’une autoroute. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R29 • Begin van een autosnelweg. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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127. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the expressway.
Start of an expressway.
End of the tunnel.
✓ End of the motorway.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the motorway. The special motorway rules end at this point. Follow the speed limits, access rules and other traffic signs that apply to the road ahead.

English • Traffic sign R31 • End of a motorway. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R31 • Fin d’une autoroute. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R31 • Einde van een autosnelweg. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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128. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a motorway.
Start of a built-up area.
✓ Start of an expressway.
End of the expressway.

This traffic sign indicates the start of an expressway. From this point, the traffic rules and access conditions that apply to expressways take effect according to the applicable local regulations.

English • Traffic sign R33 • Beginning of a road for motor vehicles. The special rules apply until the next junction. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R33 • Début d’une route pour automobiles. La réglementation particulière vaut jusqu’au prochain carrefour. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R33 • Begin van een autoweg. De bijzondere voorschriften gelden tot het volgend kruispunt. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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129. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the built-up area.
End of the residential area.
End of the motorway.
✓ End of the expressway.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the expressway. The special traffic rules associated with the expressway end at this point. Follow the rules and traffic signs that apply to the road ahead.

English • Traffic sign R35 • End of a road for motor vehicles. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R35 • Fin d’une route pour automobiles. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R35 • Einde van een autoweg. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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130. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Start of a residential area.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
Start of a zone for cyclists.
End of the residential area.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a residential area. Special traffic rules apply within the area according to the applicable signs and local regulations. These rules may affect speed, parking and how different road users use the road.

English • Traffic sign R5 • Beginning of a residential area. The applicable maximum speed may be displayed for information at the bottom right. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R5 • Début d’une zone de rencontre. La vitesse maximale qui s’y applique peut être indiquée à titre informatif sur le signal en bas à droite. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R5 • Begin van een erf. De maximale snelheid die er geldt, kan rechtsonder als aanwijzing op het verkeersbord aangeduid zijn. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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131. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the built-up area.
End of the zone for pedestrians.
End of the zone for cyclists.
✓ End of the residential area.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the residential area. The special traffic rules associated with the residential area end at this point. Follow the traffic signs and rules that apply beyond the area.

English • Traffic sign R7 • End of a residential area. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R7 • Fin d’une zone de rencontre. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R7 • Einde van een erf. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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132. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the zone for pedestrians.
✓ Start of a zone for pedestrians.
Start of a residential area.
Mandatory path for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a pedestrian zone. Pedestrians are the principal road users within the zone, while access by vehicles and other road users is subject to the applicable traffic signs and local rules.

English • Traffic sign R14 • Beginning of a pedestrian zone. The applicable maximum speed may be displayed for information at the bottom right. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R14 • Début d’une zone piétonne. La vitesse maximale qui s’y applique peut être indiquée à titre informatif sur le signal en bas à droite. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R14 • Begin van een voetgangerszone. De maximale snelheid die er geldt, kan rechtsonder als aanwijzing op het verkeersbord aangeduid zijn. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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133. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ End of the zone for pedestrians.
Pedestrians prohibited.
End of the residential area.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the pedestrian zone. The special traffic rules associated with the pedestrian zone end at this point. Follow the traffic signs and rules that apply beyond the zone.

English • Traffic sign R15 • End of a pedestrian zone. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R15 • Fin d’une zone piétonne. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R15 • Einde van een voetgangerszone. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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134. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for cyclists.
Cycle highway.
Cyclists prohibited.
✓ Start of a zone for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a zone for cyclists. Special traffic rules apply throughout the zone according to the applicable signs and local regulations.

English • Traffic sign R17 • Beginning of a cycle zone. The words ‘Cycle zone’ may appear at the top of the sign. The applicable maximum speed may be displayed for information at the bottom right. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R17 • Début d'une zone cyclable. La mention « Zone cyclable » peut être indiquée sur le dessus du signal. La vitesse maximale qui s’y applique peut être indiquée à titre informatif sur le signal en bas à droite. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R17 • Begin van een fietszone. De vermelding “Fietszone” kan bovenaan op het verkeersbord aangeduid zijn. De maximale snelheid die er geldt, kan rechtsonder als aanwijzing op het verkeersbord aangeduid zijn. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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135. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of cycle highway.
✓ End of the zone for cyclists.
Start of a zone for cyclists.
Cyclists prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the zone for cyclists. The special rules associated with the cyclist zone end at this point. Other traffic rules or restrictions may still apply.

English • Traffic sign R19 • End of a cycle zone. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R19 • Fin d'une zone cyclable. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R19 • Einde van een fietszone. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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136. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for cyclists.
Lane for cyclists.
✓ Start of an optional cycle path.
End of an optional cycle path.

This traffic sign indicates the start of an optional cycle path. Cyclists may use the designated path but are not required by this sign itself to do so. Any additional access rules depend on the applicable local regulations.

English • Traffic sign R12 • Beginning of an optional cycle track. The special rules apply up to and including the next junction. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R12 • Début d’une piste cyclable non obligatoire. La règlementation particulière vaut jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R12 • Begin van een niet verplicht fietspad. De bijzondere voorschriften gelden tot en met het volgend kruispunt. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

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137. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of an optional cycle path.
✓ End of an optional cycle path.
End of the zone for cyclists.
End of mandatory path for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates the end of an optional cycle path. The designated optional cycle path ends at this point. Cyclists should continue according to the road layout, signs and traffic rules that apply beyond it.

English • Traffic sign R13 • End of an optional cycle track. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R13 • Fin d’une piste cyclable non obligatoire. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R13 • Einde van een niet verplicht fietspad. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

138. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for cyclists.
Crossing for cyclists.
✓ Bike box.
Parking for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates a bike box. A bike box, also called an advanced stop area, is a marked space at a signal-controlled junction where cyclists may position themselves ahead of other traffic when the applicable signal requires them to stop.

English • Traffic sign F14 • Advanced area reserved for cyclists and two-wheeled moped riders. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F14 • Zone avancée réservée aux cyclistes et conducteurs de cyclomoteurs à deux roues. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F14 • Opstelvak voorbehouden voor fietsers en bestuurders van tweewielige bromfietsen. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

139. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for fire hazard.
Warning for a slippery road surface.
Mandatory route for vehicles carrying explosive materials.
✓ Reserved road for the indicated road users.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a road reserved for the indicated road users. The symbols on the sign show which road-user categories may use the road. Other road users may enter only where an applicable exemption or local rule permits it.

English • Traffic sign R9 • Beginning of a path or paths reserved for the indicated road users (examples). The sign may be adapted to the categories of road users admitted. At least two categories of road users are shown on this sign. The applicable maximum speed may be displayed for information at the bottom right. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R9 • Début d’un chemin réservé ou des chemins réservés à la circulation des usagers indiqués (exemples). Le signal peut être adapté en fonction des catégories d’usagers admises à y circuler. Sur ce signal au moins deux catégories d’usagers sont indiquées. La vitesse maximale qui s’y applique peut être indiquée à titre informatif sur le signal, en bas à droite. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R9 • Begin van een weg of van wegen voorbehouden voor het verkeer van de aangeduide weggebruikers (voorbeelden). Het verkeersbord kan aangepast zijn volgens de categorieën van weggebruikers. Op dit bord zijn ten minste 2 categorieën van weggebruikers aangeduid. De maximale snelheid die er geldt, kan als aanwijzing rechtsonder op het verkeersbord aangeduid zijn. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

140. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a quayside or riverbank.
Warning for fire hazard.
✓ End of reserved road.
Warning for a slippery road surface.

This traffic sign indicates the end of a road reserved for indicated road users. The special rules associated with the reserved road end at this point. Follow the traffic signs, road markings and rules that apply beyond it.

English • Traffic sign R11 • End of a path or paths reserved for the indicated road users (examples). • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R11 • Fin d’un chemin réservé ou des chemins réservés à la circulation des usagers indiqués (exemples). • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R11 • Einde van een weg of van wegen voorbehouden voor het verkeer van de aangeduide weggebruikers (voorbeelden). • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

141. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for roadworks.
✓ Start of roadworks.
End of roadworks.
Temporary diversion of lanes.

This traffic sign indicates the beginning of an area where roadworks are taking place. Temporary traffic signs, road markings, lane arrangements or speed limits may apply. Reduce speed, follow the temporary directions and watch for workers, machinery and uneven road surfaces.

English • Traffic sign R37 • Beginning of roadworks. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R37 • Début des travaux. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R37 • Begin van de werken. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

142. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for roadworks.
✓ End of roadworks.
End of local restrictions.
Start of roadworks.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the roadworks area. Continue according to the normal road layout and traffic rules, but keep following any temporary restrictions that have not been separately ended or replaced by another sign.

English • Traffic sign R39 • End of roadworks. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier R39 • Fin des travaux. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord R39 • Einde van de werken. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

143. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a motorway.
Pedestrians prohibited.
Start of a tunnel with indicated length.
✓ Start of a tunnel.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a tunnel. Special traffic rules may apply within the tunnel, including requirements concerning vehicle lighting, speed or following distance. Follow the applicable signs and local rules.

English • Traffic sign F8 • Tunnel. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F8 • Tunnel. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F8 • Tunnel. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

144. What does this traffic sign mean?

Crossing for cyclists.
✓ Warning for cyclists when turning right.
Mandatory path for cyclists.
Cyclists prohibited.

This traffic sign warns drivers turning right that cyclists may cross their path. Check carefully for cyclists before and during the turn, reduce speed and give way when required.

English • Traffic sign F50 • Sign indicating a danger to drivers and riders changing direction. The warning-sign symbol may be adapted to the local situation. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F50 • Signal indiquant un danger aux conducteurs qui changent de direction. Le symbole du signal de danger peut être adapté en fonction des lieux. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F50 • Verkeersbord dat de bestuurders die van richting veranderen, wijst op een gevaar. Het symbool op het gevaarsbord kan aangepast zijn in functie van de plaatsgesteldheid. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

145. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a dip in the road.
Warning for a steep descent.
Warning for a steep ascent.
✓ Speed bump.

This traffic sign indicates a speed bump. A speed bump is a raised section of the roadway designed to reduce vehicle speeds.

English • Traffic sign F87 • Raised traffic-calming feature. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F87 • Dispositif surélevé. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F87 • Verhoogde inrichting. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

146. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Crossing for pedestrians.
Pedestrians prohibited.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
Warning for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates a crossing for pedestrians. It marks a designated place where pedestrians cross the road. Priority and crossing rules depend on the applicable traffic signs, signals and local regulations.

English • Traffic sign F48 • Pedestrian crossing. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F48 • Passage pour piétons. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F48 • Oversteekplaats voor voetgangers. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

147. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for cyclists.
Start of zone for cyclists.
✓ Crossing for cyclists.
Mandatory path for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates a crossing for cyclists. It marks a designated place where cyclists cross the road. Priority depends on the applicable traffic signs, signals and local rules.

English • Traffic sign F49 • Crossing for cyclists and two-wheeled moped riders. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F49 • Passage pour cyclistes et conducteurs de cyclomoteurs à deux roues. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F49 • Oversteekplaats voor fietsers en bestuurders van tweewielige bromfietsen. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

148. What does this traffic sign mean?

Road narrowing, give way to oncoming drivers.
Road with two-way traffic.
✓ Road narrowing, oncoming drivers have to give way.
Warning for a road narrowing.

This traffic sign indicates a road narrowing where oncoming drivers have to give way.

English • Traffic sign B21 • Narrow passage. Priority over drivers coming from the opposite direction. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier B21 • Passage étroit. Priorité de passage par rapport aux conducteurs venant en sens opposé. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord B21 • Smalle doorgang. Voorrang ten opzichte van de bestuurders die uit de tegenovergestelde richting komen. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

149. What does this traffic sign mean?

No entry.
The road is closed.
Dead end street with a passage for pedestrians and cyclists.
✓ Dead end street.

This traffic sign indicates a dead end street. The road has no through route for vehicles, although access to properties or other destinations along the road may still be possible.

English • Traffic sign F45a • No through road. The symbol may be adapted to the road layout. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F45a • Voie sans issue. Le symbole peut être adapté en fonction des lieux. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F45a • Doodlopende weg. Het symbool kan aangepast zijn in functie van de plaatsgesteldheid. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.

What does this traffic sign mean?

150. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Dead end street with a passage for pedestrians and cyclists.
Road narrowing.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
Lane for pedestrians and cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates a dead end street with a passage for pedestrians and cyclists. The road has no through route for motor vehicles, but pedestrians and cyclists can continue beyond the dead end.

English • Traffic sign F45b • No through road, except for cyclists and pedestrians. The symbol may be adapted to the road layout. • From 1 June 2027.

Français • Signal routier F45b • Voie sans issue, à l’exception des cyclistes et des piétons. Le symbole peut être adapté en fonction des lieux. • Dès le 1er juin 2027.

Nederlands • Verkeersbord F45b • Doodlopende weg, uitgezonderd voor fietsers en voetgangers. Het symbool kan aangepast zijn in functie van de plaatsgesteldheid. • Vanaf 1 juni 2027.