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.
A priority sign is a traffic sign that indicates the order in which vehicles shall pass intersection points. Vehicles often come into conflict with other vehicles and pedestrians because their intended courses of travel intersect, and thus interfere with each other's routes. The general principle that establishes who has the right to go first is called 'right of way' or 'priority'. It establishes who has the right to use the conflicting part of the road and who has to wait until the other does so. The vehicle that does not need to wait is said to 'have the right of way' or to 'have priority.'
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
Give way to all drivers.
Warning for a roundabout.
Warning for a crossroad with a side road on the left.
Stop and give way to all drivers.
Road narrowing, give way to oncoming drivers.
Begin of a priority road.
End of the priority road.
Curve of the main road.
Road narrowing, oncoming drivers have to give way.
A warning sign is a traffic sign that alerts drivers to a potential danger or change in road conditions ahead, giving them enough time to slow down and react safely. These signs warn about hazards such as sharp bends, pedestrian crossings, slippery surfaces, merging traffic, animals on the road, or upcoming intersections. Their purpose is not to forbid or command anything, but simply to prepare drivers for situations that require extra attention.
Warning for a danger with no specific traffic sign.
Warning for low-flying aircrafts.
Warning for cattle on the road.
Warning for crossing deer.
Warning for sheep on the road.
Warning for a movable bridge.
Warning for a speed bump.
Warning for a bad road surface.
Warning for buses.
Warning for children.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
Give way to all drivers.
Warning for a roundabout.
Warning for a crossroad with a side road on the left.
Stop and give way to all drivers.
Warning for heavy crosswind.
Warning for a curve to the left.
Warning for a double curve, first left then right.
Warning for a curve to the right.
Warning for a double curve, first right then left.
Warning for cyclists.
Warning for falling rocks.
Warning for equestrians.
Warning for a crossing for pedestrians.
Warning for a quayside or riverbank.
Warning for a road narrowing.
Warning for a road narrowing on the left.
Warning for a road narrowing on the right.
Warning for a slippery road surface.
Warning for a steep descent.
Temporary signs.
Warning for a traffic light.
Warning for a railroad crossing without barriers.
Warning for a railroad crossing with barriers.
Warning for a railroad crossing with 1 railway.
Warning for trams.
Warning for a road with two-way traffic.
A prohibitory sign is a traffic sign that tells drivers what is not allowed on that specific road or in that situation. These signs impose restrictions such as no entry, no overtaking, no parking, speed limits, or bans on certain types of vehicles. Their purpose is to clearly indicate actions that are forbidden to ensure safety, maintain traffic flow, and protect vulnerable road users.
Access prohibited.
Buses prohibited.
Caravans prohibited.
Cyclists prohibited.
Direction prohibited (road with one-way traffic).
Handcarts prohibited.
Horsecarts prohibited.
Mopeds prohibited.
Mopeds, motorcycles and cars prohibited.
Motorcycles prohibited.
Motorcycles and cars prohibited.
Pedestrians prohibited.
Tractors prohibited.
Trucks prohibited.
Prohibited access zone.
End of prohibited access zone.
Leaving less distance than indicated prohibited.
Using the horn prohibited.
End of the prohibition to use the horn.
Overtaking prohibited.
End of the overtaking prohibition.
Overtaking prohibited for trucks.
End of the overtaking prohibition for trucks.
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).
Vehicles with dangerous goods prohibited.
Vehicles with explosive materials prohibited.
Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles with polluted fluids prohibited.
Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles with an axle weight heavier than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited.
Entry prohibited (checkpoint).
Passing without stopping prohibited (Customs).
Entry prohibited without payment (Toll road).
Parking prohibited.
Parking prohibited first half of the month (days 1-15).
Parking prohibited second half of the month (days 16-31).
Parking and stopping prohibited.
Zone with a limited parking time.
End of the zone with limited parking time.
Begin of zone where parking is prohibited.
End of the zone where parking is prohibited.
Begin of zone with paid parking.
End of zone with paid parking.
Road narrowing, give way to oncoming drivers.
A mandatory sign is a traffic sign that tells drivers what they must do. Instead of prohibiting actions, these signs impose obligations such as following a specific direction, using a particular lane, or keeping a minimum speed. Their purpose is to guide traffic safely and efficiently by ensuring that all road users follow the same required behavior in places where it is necessary for order and safety.
Turning left mandatory.
Turning left or right mandatory.
Turning right mandatory.
Passing left mandatory.
Passing right mandatory.
Driving straight ahead or turning left mandatory.
Driving straight ahead or turning right mandatory.
Mandatory left.
Mandatory right.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.
Mandatory lane for buses.
End of the lane for buses.
Mandatory path for cyclists.
End of the path for cyclists.
Mandatory path for equestrians.
End of the path for equestrians.
Mandatory path for pedestrians.
End of the path for pedestrians.
Mandatory lane for trams.
Mandatory lights on.
Mandatory lights off.
Snow chains mandatory.
Begin of a minimum speed.
End of the minimum speed.
An information sign is a traffic sign that provides useful guidance or clarification to road users without imposing rules or warnings. These signs inform drivers about things like parking zones, directions, facilities, road layouts, or the start and end of built-up areas. Their purpose is to help drivers navigate confidently by giving clear, practical information that improves orientation, comfort, and overall traffic flow.
Air pressure station.
ATM.
Bed and breakfast.
Place for boats.
Begin of a built-up area.
End of the built-up area.
Speed bump.
Bus stop.
Cable car.
Café.
Drainage for campers.
Camping site.
Caravan site.
Car ferry.
Carpool.
Carsharing.
Chairlift.
Crossing bus.
Crossing for pedestrians.
Crossing trams.
Dead end street.
Services for the disabled.
Ecotax for trucks
Emergency exit.
Place where you can stop in case of a breakdown.
Begin of an expressway.
End of the expressway.
Fire extinguisher.
Fire risk.
Hiking route.
Youth hostel.
Hotel.
Lane for cyclists.
End of the lane for cyclists.
Overview of the lanes and their direction.
End of a lane.
Lane for pedestrians and cyclists.
End of lane for pedestrians and cyclists.
Local radio station.
Motorail service.
Begin of a motorway.
End of the motorway.
Road with one-way traffic.
Parking allowed.
Parking only allowed if you pay.
Parking only allowed for a limited time.
Parking under video surveillance.
Begin of a zone for pedestrians.
End of the zone for pedestrians.
Picnic site.
Playground.
Begin of a priority road.
End of the priority road.
Public toilet.
Recreational area.
Repair shop.
Begin of a residential area.
End of the residential area.
Restaurant.
The road is closed.
Curve of the main road.
Road narrowing, oncoming drivers have to give way.
Road open (with restrictions).
Skiing route.
Snowchains and winter tires zone.
End of zone for snowchains and winter tires.
National speed limits.
Advisory speed limit.
End of the advisory speed limit.
Charging station.
Charging station with LPG.
Petrol and charging station.
Petrol and charging station with LPG.
Taxi stand.
Toll booth.
Toll payment with card.
Toll payment with cash.
Toll payment with subscription.
Toll ticket.
Begin of a tunnel.
End of the tunnel.
Viewpoint.
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 pedestrians.
For disabled people.
For handcarts.
For cyclists.
For mopeds.
For motorcycles.
For motorcycles in traffic jam.
For cars.
For trailers.
For carpooling.
For carsharing.
For equestrians.
For horse carts - horse-drawn vehicles.
For tractors.
For agricultural vehicles.
For slow vehicles.
For caravans.
For trucks.
For trucks with length.
For trucks with weight.
For buses.
For dangerous cargo.
For polluting cargo.
For explosive cargo.
For snowchains.
For aircraft.
Disabled allowed.
Cyclists allowed.
Cyclists allowed.
Mopeds allowed.
Mopeds allowed.
Carpooling allowed.
Carsharing allowed.
Charging electric vehicles allowed.
Service vehicles allowed.
To the left.
To the left or right.
To the right.
Panel begin in ... meter.
Panel begin.
Panel valid.
Panel end.
Panel valid on left lane.
Panel valid on lane.
Panel valid on right lane.
... meter ahead.
Stop ... meter ahead.
Give way.
Next petrol station ... kilometer ahead.
For ... meter.
Weight.
Weight.
Axle weight.
Height.
Width.
Crossroad shape.
Illegal parking towing.
Disc parking.
During time shown.
Deliveries allowed during times shown.
Prohibited during begin of month.
Prohibited during end of month.
High voltage.
Emergency telephone.
Steep ascent.
Steep descent.
Speed bump.
Exit number.
Motorway number.
Motorway number and ring road.
Ring road.
Narrow roadway.
Single file traffic.
Reminder.
Scanning.
Danger.
Accident.
Damaged roadway.
Soft verge.
Grit.
Mud.
New road surface.
Road markings.
Black ice.
Slippery road.
High tide / flooding.
Falling rocks.
Landslide.
Leaning trees.
Logging.
Mowing.
Pruning.
Construction site.
Construction traffic.
Construction site exit.
Truck exit.
Blasting work.
Tunnel category D.
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a danger with no specific traffic sign. It's a general warning sign used when there is a hazard ahead that does not have its own dedicated warning sign. For examples: road accidents, flooded roads and roads blocked by fallen trees. It usually has a supplementary sign attached that tells drivers of what hazard to expect.
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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.
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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.
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This traffic sign indicates a warning for crossing deer. It alerts drivers to the potential presence of deer or other wild animals crossing the road. It is essential in areas where wildlife-vehicle collisions are common. Wild deer may suddenly cross the road, especially at dawn or dusk. Drivers should: reduce speed, stay alert, watch both sides of the road. Typical Locations: forests, national parks, wildlife corridors or countryside highways.
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This traffic sign indicates a warning for sheep. It alerts drivers to the possible presence of sheep on or near the road. Drivers should reduce speed and be cautious, especially in rural, hilly, or pastoral areas where sheep may graze freely or cross the road unexpectedly. Common in: Rural areas of countries like the UK, Ireland, Spain, Norway, Iceland, and Switzerland.
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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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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.
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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.
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This traffic sign indicates a warning for buses. It alerts drivers to the possible presence or frequent movement of buses on or across the road. Drivers should watch for buses entering or leaving the roadway and be cautious at bus stops, especially where buses merge into traffic. Typical Locations: near schools, at bus stations or terminals, on roads with frequent public transport activity.
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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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Warning signs
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