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An additional sign is a traffic sign placed directly below another sign to provide extra information or clarify how the main sign should be understood. It can specify conditions such as distance, time periods, road users affected, directions, or special circumstances. Additional signs do not create new rules by themselves but modify, limit, or explain the meaning of the sign above them so drivers can apply the rule correctly in that specific situation.

For trucks exceeding the indicated length.

For trucks exceeding the indicated mass.

For vehicles carrying water-polluting substances.

For vehicles carrying explosive materials.

Electric vehicles allowed while charging.

Next petrol station ... kilometres ahead.

Deliveries allowed during the time shown.

1. For pedestrians

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to pedestrians.

2. For people with disabilities

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to people with disabilities. Any permit or eligibility requirements depend on the applicable sign and local rules.

3. For handcarts

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to handcarts.

4. For cyclists

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to cyclists.

5. For mopeds

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to mopeds.

6. For motorcycles

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to motorcycles.

7. For motorcycles in traffic jams

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to motorcycles in congested traffic. Any rule concerning filtering or passing between traffic lanes depends on the main sign and applicable local rules.

8. For cars

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to cars. The vehicle category covered by the symbol is determined by the applicable local definitions.

9. For trailers

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to vehicles towing trailers.

10. For carpooling

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to vehicles used for carpooling. Any required number of occupants depends on the applicable local rules.

11. For carsharing

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to carsharing vehicles. The qualifying carsharing services or vehicles depend on the applicable local rules.

12. For equestrians

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to equestrians.

13. For horse-drawn vehicles

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to horse-drawn vehicles.

14. For tractors

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to tractors.

15. For agricultural vehicles

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to agricultural vehicles.

16. For slow vehicles

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to slow-moving vehicles. The vehicle categories covered depend on the applicable local definitions.

17. For caravans

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to caravans. The caravan categories covered depend on the applicable local definitions.

18. For trucks

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to trucks. The truck categories covered depend on the applicable local definitions.

19. For trucks exceeding the indicated length

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to trucks exceeding the indicated length.

20. For trucks exceeding the indicated mass

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to trucks exceeding the indicated mass. The legally relevant mass is determined by the applicable local rules.

21. For buses

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to buses. The vehicle categories covered depend on the applicable local definitions.

22. For vehicles carrying dangerous goods

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to vehicles carrying dangerous goods. The dangerous-goods categories covered depend on the applicable local rules.

23. For vehicles carrying water-polluting substances

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to vehicles carrying water-polluting substances. The substances covered depend on the applicable local rules.

24. For vehicles carrying explosive materials

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to vehicles carrying explosive materials. The materials covered depend on the applicable local rules.

25. For vehicles with snow chains

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to vehicles fitted with snow chains.

26. For aircraft

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign specifically concerns aircraft. Its precise meaning depends on the main sign with which it is used.

27. People with disabilities excepted

This supplementary sign indicates that people with disabilities are excepted from the restriction shown by the main traffic sign. Any permit or eligibility requirements depend on the applicable local rules.

28. Cyclists allowed

This supplementary sign indicates that cyclists are allowed where the main traffic sign would otherwise restrict their access or use.

29. Cyclists allowed

This supplementary sign indicates that cyclists are allowed where the main traffic sign would otherwise restrict their access or use.

30. Mopeds allowed

This supplementary sign indicates that mopeds are allowed where the main traffic sign would otherwise restrict their access or use. The moped categories covered depend on the applicable local rules.

31. Mopeds allowed

32. Carpooling allowed

This supplementary sign indicates that vehicles used for carpooling are allowed where the main traffic sign would otherwise restrict access or use. Any required number of occupants depends on the applicable local rules.

33. Carsharing allowed

This supplementary sign indicates that carsharing vehicles are allowed where the main traffic sign would otherwise restrict their access or use. The qualifying vehicles or services depend on the applicable local rules.

34. Electric vehicles allowed while charging

This supplementary sign indicates that electric vehicles are allowed while charging where the main traffic sign would otherwise impose a restriction. The exception applies only under the charging conditions indicated or required by the applicable local rules.

35. Service vehicles allowed

This supplementary sign indicates that service vehicles are allowed where the main traffic sign would otherwise restrict their access or use. The vehicles qualifying as service vehicles depend on the applicable local rules.

36. To the left

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies in the direction shown by the arrow, to the left.

37. To the left or right

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies in both directions shown by the arrows, to the left and right.

38. To the right

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies in the direction shown by the arrow, to the right.

39. Start of regulation for metres

This supplementary sign indicates that the regulation shown by the main traffic sign starts here and applies for the indicated distance.

40. Start of regulation

This supplementary sign indicates the start of the regulation shown by the main traffic sign. The regulation begins at this point.

41. Continuation of regulation

This supplementary sign indicates the continuation or reminder of the regulation shown by the main traffic sign.

42. End of regulation

This supplementary sign indicates the end of the regulation shown by the main traffic sign. The regulation ends at this point.

43. Exit on the left

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign refers to an exit on the left of a road divided into traffic lanes.

44. Applies to the indicated lane

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies specifically to the indicated traffic lane.

45. Exit on the right

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign refers to an exit on the right of a road divided into traffic lanes.

46. metres ahead

This supplementary sign indicates the distance from the main traffic sign to the point where the indicated danger, regulation or information begins. The distance is shown in metres.

47. Stop metres ahead

This supplementary sign announces a STOP sign at the indicated distance ahead. The displayed value shows the distance to the upcoming STOP sign.

48. Give way

This supplementary sign displays the instruction Give Way as additional information to the main traffic sign. It must be interpreted together with the main sign.

49. Next petrol station kilometres ahead

This supplementary sign indicates the distance to the next petrol station. The displayed value shows the distance in kilometres.

50. For metres

This supplementary sign indicates the length of the section to which the main traffic sign applies. The length is shown in metres.

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