CurveCzechia
31. Curve
A curve is a section of road that changes direction to the left or right. A sharp, unexpected or poorly visible curve can reduce a driver’s view of approaching traffic, stopped vehicles, pedestrians and other hazards.
Drivers should reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within their lane and use smooth steering, braking and acceleration. Warning signs may indicate the direction of the first curve or a series of successive curves.
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What makes a bend dangerous in Czechia?
Curves shorten your view of the road ahead and can reduce the margin for correcting a mistake. Drivers may encounter rural bends and roads in higher areas that may become icy in winter; the safe speed can be well below the posted maximum. Watch for changing road surfaces and people or vehicles hidden beyond the curve.
🔗 e-sbirka.gov.cz • Czechia, Decree 294/2015 — current sign and marking descriptions, annexes 1–10
How should you approach a sharp curve in Czechia?
Slow down before the bend, select the correct lane position, look through the curve and steer smoothly. Keep enough grip and visible stopping distance for the road and weather conditions.
🔗 e-sbirka.gov.cz • Czechia, Decree 294/2015 — current sign and marking descriptions, annexes 1–10
Is overtaking safe on a blind bend in Czechia?
No. Do not start overtaking where your view of oncoming traffic is obstructed or where signs or road markings prohibit it. Wait until there is a lawful, clear and sufficiently long view ahead.
🔗 e-sbirka.gov.cz • Czechia, Decree 294/2015 — current sign and marking descriptions, annexes 1–10
Warning for a curve to the left.
English • Traffic sign A 1b • Bend to the left. The sign warns of a left bend that requires a substantial reduction in speed to negotiate safely.
Čeština • Dopravní značka A 1b • Zatáčka vlevo. Značka upozorňuje na zatáčku (směrový oblouk) vlevo, jehož bezpečné projetí vyžaduje výrazné snížení rychlosti jízdy.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • 🔗
🔗 E-sbirka.gov.cz • Vyhláška č. 294/2015 Sb. • A 1b • znění účinné od 1. 7. 2025
SVG source: Life of Riley • Public domain • Original revision 2011-10-18. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Artwork verified against E-sbirka.gov.cz • official published diagram A 1b.
Warning for a curve to the right.
English • Traffic sign A 1a • Bend to the right. The sign warns of a right bend that requires a substantial reduction in speed to negotiate safely.
Čeština • Dopravní značka A 1a • Zatáčka vpravo. Značka upozorňuje na zatáčku (směrový oblouk) vpravo, jehož bezpečné projetí vyžaduje výrazné snížení rychlosti jízdy.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • 🔗
🔗 E-sbirka.gov.cz • Vyhláška č. 294/2015 Sb. • A 1a • znění účinné od 1. 7. 2025
SVG source: Government of the Czech Republic • Public domain • Original revision 2013-12-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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