Traffic signs

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.


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 children. Give way to all drivers. Warning for a roundabout. Warning for a crossroad with a side road on the left. Warning for a crossroad with a sharp side road on the left. Warning for a crossroad side roads on the left and right. 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 a dip in the road. Warning for falling rocks. Warning for a limited height. Warning for equestrians. Warning for loose chippings on the road surface. Warning for pedestrians. 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 roadworks. Warning for a slippery road surface. Warning for a steep ascent. Warning for a steep descent. Warning for tractors. Warning for a traffic light. Warning for a railroad crossing without barriers. Warning for a railroad crossing with barriers. Warning for trams. Warning for a tunnel. Warning for a road with two-way traffic. Warning for a limited weight. Warning for a limited axle weight. Warning for a limited width. Access prohibited. Cyclists prohibited. Direction prohibited (road with one-way traffic). Horsecarts prohibited. Equestrians prohibited. Pedestrians prohibited. Overtaking prohibited. Begin of a speed limit. Turning left prohibited. Turning right prohibited. Turning around prohibited (U-turn). Driving straight ahead prohibited. Vehicles with explosive materials prohibited. Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited. Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited. Vehicles with an axle weight heavier than indicated prohibited. Trucks heavier than indicated prohibited. Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited. Entry prohibited (checkpoint). Parking prohibited. Parking and stopping prohibited. Turning left mandatory. Turning right mandatory. Passing left mandatory. Passing left or right mandatory. Passing right mandatory. Mandatory direction of the roundabout. Mandatory left. Mandatory right. Driving straight ahead mandatory. Mandatory path for cyclists. Mandatory shared path for pedestrians and cyclists. Dead end street. Information about the destination of the ramp. Information about the directions of the roundabout. Begin of a motorway. End of the motorway. Parking allowed. Buses allowed. Traffic from both directions. To the left. To the right. ... meter to the left. ... meter to the right. ... meter ahead. For ... meter. Height. Disc parking. For ... minutes. For ... hours. At days during time shown. Minimum overtaking distance cyclist. Recommended speed. Reduce speed now. Drive slow. Speed in km/h. Traffic calming. Pedestrian zone. Oncoming vehicles in the middle of road. Another train coming if lights continue. End.

1. Warning for a danger with no specific traffic sign

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.

Warning for a danger with no specific traffic sign.

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2. Warning for low-flying aircrafts

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.

Warning for low-flying aircrafts.

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3. Warning for cattle on the road

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.

Warning for cattle on the road.

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4. Warning for crossing deer

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.

Warning for crossing deer.

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5. Warning for sheep on the road

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.

Warning for sheep on the road.

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6. Warning for a movable bridge

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.

Warning for a movable bridge.

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7. Warning for a speed bump

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.

Warning for a speed bump.

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8. Warning for a bad road surface

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.

Warning for a bad road surface.

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9. Warning for children

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.

Warning for children.

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10. Give way to all drivers

This traffic sign indicates you have to give way. It alerts drivers to yield the right of way to other road users. Drivers must slow down and yield to traffic on the intersecting road. Stop if necessary and proceed only when the way is clear. Common at: minor roads joining major roads, roundabouts and merging lanes.

Give way to all drivers.

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