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Traffic signs

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Mandatory signs

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 behaviour in places where it is necessary for order and safety.

Driving straight ahead or turning left mandatory.

Driving straight ahead or turning right mandatory.

Mandatory divided pedestrian and cycle path.

How are compulsory instructions shown in Greece?

Regulatory signs also prescribe positive obligations. Learn the symbol rather than assuming the category only forbids actions.

🔗 aade.gr • Greece, Road Traffic Code 5209/2025 — articles 6–8, 25, 55

What does a mandatory-direction sign require in Greece?

Where a compulsory-direction sign is installed in Greece, follow only the arrow direction or permitted combination of directions. The restriction applies at the location or movement it regulates; it is not an instruction to ignore other traffic controls.

🔗 aade.gr • Greece, Road Traffic Code 5209/2025 — articles 6–8, 25, 55

Does a mandatory-direction sign give me priority over pedestrians in Greece?

No. It tells you which way to move, not who goes first. Check traffic lights, other priority signs, pedestrians and cyclists, and give way when required before completing the manoeuvre.

🔗 aade.gr • Greece, Road Traffic Code 5209/2025 — articles 6–8, 25, 55

1. Mandatory roundabout direction

This traffic sign indicates the mandatory direction around a roundabout. Traffic must circulate in the direction shown by the arrows. The sign does not itself determine priority; follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local rules.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-53 • Compulsory roundabout circulation.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-53 • Κυκλική υποχρεωτική διαδρομή.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. νη
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-53

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-03-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.

2. Turning left mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that turning left is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn left and may not continue straight ahead or turn right.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-50α • Turn left ahead. Travel must continue by turning left.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-50α • Υποχρεωτική κατεύθυνση πορείας με στροφή αριστερά.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. να
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-50α

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

3. Turning left or right mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that turning left or right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic may turn either left or right but may not continue straight ahead.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-50 • Turn left or right. Travel must continue by turning left or right.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-50 • Υποχρεωτική κατεύθυνση πορείας με στροφή αριστερά ή δεξιά.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. ν
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-50

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

4. Turning right mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that turning right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn right and may not continue straight ahead or turn left.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-50δ • Turn right ahead. Travel must continue by turning right.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-50δ • Υποχρεωτική κατεύθυνση πορείας με στροφή δεξιά.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. νβ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-50δ

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

5. Pass obstacle on the left

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the left. Keep to the left of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-52α • Pass on the left. Pass only to the left of the island or obstruction.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-52α • Υποχρεωτική διέλευση μόνο από την αριστερή πλευρά της νησίδας ή του εμποδίου.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Christaras A • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. νστ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-52α

SVG source: Christaras A • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2022-01-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

6. Pass obstacle on either side

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on either the left or the right. Use either permitted side while following the road layout and any accompanying signs or markings.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-52 • Pass on either side. Pass to either the right or left of the island or obstruction.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-52 • Υποχρεωτική διέλευση είτε από τη δεξιά είτε από την αριστερή πλευρά της νησίδας ή του εμποδίου.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. νε
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-52

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.

7. Pass obstacle on the right

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the right. Keep to the right of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-52δ • Pass on the right. Pass only to the right of the island or obstruction.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-52δ • Υποχρεωτική διέλευση μόνο από τη δεξιά πλευρά της νησίδας ή του εμποδίου.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Christaras A • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. νζ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-52δ

SVG source: Christaras A • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2022-01-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

8. Driving straight ahead or turning left mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must continue straight ahead or turn left. One of the indicated directions must be followed; turning right is prohibited.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-51α • Ahead or left only.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-51α • Υποχρεωτική κατεύθυνση πορείας εμπρός ή αριστερά.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. νγ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-51α

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

9. Driving straight ahead or turning right mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must continue straight ahead or turn right. One of the indicated directions must be followed; turning left is prohibited.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-51δ • Ahead or right only.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-51δ • Υποχρεωτική κατεύθυνση πορείας εμπρός ή δεξιά.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. νδ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-51δ

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

10. Mandatory left

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

English • Traffic sign Ρ-47 • Mandatory direction to the left.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-47 • Υποχρεωτική κατεύθυνση πορείας προς τα αριστερά.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. μζ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-47

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

11. Mandatory right

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 Ρ-48 • Mandatory direction to the right.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-48 • Υποχρεωτική κατεύθυνση πορείας προς τα δεξιά.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. μη
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-48

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

12. Driving straight ahead mandatory

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 Ρ-49 • Mandatory direction straight ahead.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-49 • Υποχρεωτική κατεύθυνση πορείας προς τα εμπρός.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. μθ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-49

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-29. Wikimedia original unmodified.

13. Mandatory path for pedestrians

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 Ρ-55 • Compulsory pedestrian route. The pedestrian street is closed to users other than pedestrians, emergency vehicles and vehicles entering or leaving adjoining properties.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-55 • Οδός υποχρεωτικής διέλευσης πεζών (πεζόδρομος, απαγορευμένης της διέλευσης άλλων εκτός πεζών, οχημάτων άμεσης ανάγκης και οχημάτων για την είσοδο - έξοδο σε παρόδιες ιδιοκτησίες).

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. ξ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-55

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.

14. Mandatory path for cyclists

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 Ρ-54 • Compulsory cycle route. Other vehicles are prohibited.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-54 • Οδός υποχρεωτικής διέλευσης ποδηλάτων (απαγορευμένης της διέλευσης άλλων οχημάτων).

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. νθ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-54

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.

15. Mandatory path 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 Ρ-56 • Compulsory route for mounted riders. Users other than mounted riders using the road are prohibited.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-56 • Οδός υποχρεωτικής διέλευσης εφίππων (απαγορευμένης της διέλευσης άλλων, εκτός εφίππων που χρησιμοποιούν την οδό).

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. ξα
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-56

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.

16. Mandatory lane for buses

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

English • Traffic sign Ρ-67 • Buses or trolleybuses only.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-67 • Αποκλειστική διέλευση λεωφορείων ή τρόλεϊ.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. ογ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-67

SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2022-01-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.

17. End of mandatory bus lane

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory lane for buses. The requirement associated with the bus lane ends at this point. Continue according to the lane markings, other traffic signs and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-68 • End of the route reserved for buses or trolleybuses.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-68 • Τέλος αποκλειστικής διέλευσης λεωφορείων ή τρόλεϊ.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. οε
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-68

Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2022-01-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.

18. Mandatory lane for trams

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory lane for trams. The lane or track is reserved for trams and may be used by other road users only where the applicable signs or local rules allow it.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-76 • Trams only.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-76 • Αποκλειστική διέλευση τροχιοδρόμου.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. πζ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-76

SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2022-01-07. Wikimedia original unmodified.

19. End of mandatory tram lane

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory tram lane. The special lane or track requirement ends at this point. Trams must continue according to the subsequent traffic signs, track layout and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-77 • End of the route reserved for trams.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-77 • Τέλος αποκλειστικής διέλευσης τροχιοδρόμου.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. πη
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-77

SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2022-02-02. Wikimedia original unmodified.

20. 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 Ρ-65 • Segregated route. Each category shown must use its own side of the designated route. In the illustration, pedestrians are on the left and bicycles on the right.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-65 • Κάθε κατηγορία χρηστών που απεικονίζεται πρέπει να χρησιμοποιεί τη δική της πλευρά του ειδικού διαδρόμου. Στην εικόνα: πεζοί αριστερά, ποδήλατα δεξιά.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. ο
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-65

Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Peeperman • Public domain • Source revision 2022-01-27. Wikimedia original unmodified.

21. Snow chains mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that snow chains are mandatory. Vehicles covered by the sign must use snow chains from this point as required by the applicable rules. Follow any supplementary signs or local instructions specifying the affected vehicles, wheels or conditions.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-59 • Snow chains required. Snow chains must be fitted to at least two of the motor vehicle's driven wheels.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-59 • Υποχρεωτικές αντιολισθητικές αλυσίδες χιονιών σε δύο τουλάχιστον από τους κινητήριους τροχούς του αυτοκινήτου.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. ξδ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-59

SVG source: Peeperman • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

22. Start of a minimum speed

This traffic sign indicates the start of a minimum speed. Road users covered by the sign must travel at or above the indicated speed when conditions allow. Driving more slowly may still be necessary because of traffic, weather, road conditions or another safety-related reason.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-57 • Minimum speed: 30 km/h.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-57 • Υποχρεωτική ελάχιστη ταχύτητα 30 χιλιόμετρα την ώρα.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. ξβ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-57

SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2022-01-28. Wikimedia original unmodified.

23. End of the minimum speed

This traffic sign indicates the end of the minimum speed. The previously indicated minimum speed no longer applies beyond this point. Continue to follow any other posted speed requirements and the applicable traffic rules.

English • Traffic sign Ρ-58 • End of the minimum speed requirement imposed by sign Ρ-57.

Ελληνικά • Ρ-58 • Τέλος υποχρεωτικής ελάχιστης ταχύτητας, που έχει υποβληθεί με την πινακίδα Ρ-57.

Sources

🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org (Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0)
🔗 Aade.gr • Ν. 5209/2025 • ΚΟΚ • άρθρο 7 παρ. 3 περ. ξγ
🔗 Aade.gr • Παράρτημα Α΄ • Ρ-58

SVG source: Gigillo83 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Original revision 2022-01-28. Wikimedia original unmodified.