CurveDenmark
Traffic rules
Denmark
1. 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.
What makes a bend dangerous in Denmark?
Curves shorten your view of the road ahead and can reduce the margin for correcting a mistake. Drivers may encounter rural curves where agricultural traffic, rain and exposed roads affect sightlines; the safe speed can be well below the posted maximum. Watch for changing road surfaces and people or vehicles hidden beyond the curve.
🔗 retsinformation.dk • Danish signing order BEK 425/2023 — operative sign and marking descriptions
How should you approach a sharp curve in Denmark?
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.
🔗 retsinformation.dk • Danish signing order BEK 425/2023 — operative sign and marking descriptions
Is overtaking safe on a blind bend in Denmark?
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.
🔗 retsinformation.dk • Danish signing order BEK 425/2023 — operative sign and marking descriptions
Warning for a curve to the left.
English • Traffic sign A 41,2 • Left-hand bend.
Dansk • Tavle A 41,2 • Venstresving.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Retsinformation.dk • Bekendtgørelse nr. 425/2023, § 13
SVG source: Gigillo83, drawn by original of Vejdirektoratet • Public domain • Original revision 2013-06-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Warning for a curve to the right.
English • Traffic sign A 41,1 • Right-hand bend.
Dansk • Tavle A 41,1 • Højresving.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Retsinformation.dk • Bekendtgørelse nr. 425/2023, § 13
SVG source: Gigillo83, drawn by original of Vejdirektoratet • Public domain • Original revision 2013-06-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.
