QuizTraffic signsNetherlands
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Traffic signs
Traffic rules
Netherlands
51. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that trailers are prohibited. Vehicles towing trailers covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Vehicles without a trailer may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C10 • No motor vehicles towing a trailer.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord C10 • Gesloten voor motorvoertuigen met aanhangwagen.
52. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign gives an overview of the lanes and their direction. The diagram shows how the traffic lanes are arranged and how they continue, divide or merge.
English • Traffic sign L7 • Number of through lanes.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord L7 • Aantal doorgaande rijstroken.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • Officiële afbeelding
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-09-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.
53. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing with gates or barriers that close when a train approaches. Drivers should be ready to stop when the barriers are down or flashing lights activate. Never attempt to cross when gates are closing or closed.
English • Traffic sign J10 • Level crossing with barriers.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J10 • Overweg met slagbomen.
54. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles longer than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall length, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • Traffic sign C17 • No vehicles or vehicle combinations longer than indicated, including their load.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord C17 • Gesloten voor voertuigen en samenstellen van voertuigen die, met inbegrip van de lading, langer zijn dan op het bord is aangegeven.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-08-31. Wikimedia original unmodified.
55. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing without barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing where railway tracks cross the road and no barriers or gates are present to stop traffic. Drivers should slow down and look both ways for trains.
English • Traffic sign J11 • Level crossing without barriers.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J11 • Overweg zonder slagbomen.
56. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the national speed limits. The applicable default maximum speeds depend on the road type, vehicle category and local traffic rules when no different speed limit is indicated.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org • Wikimedia.org (SVG)
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by SilverJapan2006 • Public domain • Source revision 2021-12-21. Wikimedia original unmodified.
57. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a road narrowing where oncoming drivers have to give way.
English • Traffic sign F6 • Drivers approaching from the opposite direction must give way to traffic approaching from this direction.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord F6 • Bestuurders uit tegengestelde richting moeten verkeer dat van deze richting nadert voor laten gaan.
Sources
🔗 Github.com • NDW (MIT)
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2024-05-26. Wikimedia original unmodified.
58. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a place where vehicles can stop in an emergency or breakdown. The designated stopping area allows a vehicle to leave the normal traffic lane when necessary.
English • Traffic sign L14 • Emergency refuge.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord L14 • Vluchthaven.
59. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory lane for trucks. Trucks 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 F21 • Carriageway or lane reserved for lorries.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord F21 • Rijbaan of -strook uitsluitend ten behoeve van vrachtauto’s.
Sources
🔗 Github.com • NDW (MIT)
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Fry1989 eh? • Public domain • Source revision 2014-11-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.
60. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a crossing for pedestrians. It marks a designated place where pedestrians cross the road. Priority and crossing rules depend on the applicable traffic signs, signals and local regulations.
English • Traffic sign L2 • Pedestrian crossing.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord L2 • Voetgangersoversteekplaats.
Sources
🔗 Github.com • NDW (MIT)
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2024-05-28. Wikimedia original unmodified.
61. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a slippery road surface. The road ahead may provide reduced tyre grip because of water, ice, mud, oil or another surface condition. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.
English • Traffic sign J20 • Risk of skidding.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J20 • Slipgevaar.
62. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory path for equestrians. The requirement associated with the designated path ends at this point. Equestrians must continue according to the subsequent path or road layout and applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign G10 • End of bridleway.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord G10 • Einde ruiterpad.
63. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory lane for trucks. The requirement for trucks to use the designated lane ends at this point. Continue according to the lane markings, other traffic signs and applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign F22 • End of carriageway or lane for lorries.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord F22 • Einde rijbaan of -strook voor vrachtauto’s.
Sources
🔗 Github.com • NDW (MIT)
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Fry1989 eh? • Public domain • Source revision 2014-11-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.
64. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a dead end street. The road has no through route for vehicles, although access to properties or other destinations along the road may still be possible.
English • Traffic sign L8 • No through road.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord L8 • Doodlopende weg.
65. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that parking is prohibited for bicycles and mopeds. Bicycles and mopeds covered by the sign may not be parked where the restriction applies. Other vehicle categories may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign E3 • No parking bicycles or mopeds.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord E3 • Verbod fietsen en bromfietsen te plaatsen.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • Officiële afbeelding
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-09-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.
66. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for roadworks. Construction or maintenance work is taking place on or beside the road. Reduce speed where necessary and be prepared for workers, machinery, temporary traffic signals, changed lane layouts or uneven road surfaces.
English • Traffic sign J16 • Roadworks.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J16 • Werk in uitvoering.
67. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that overtaking is prohibited for trucks. Trucks covered by the sign may not overtake where the prohibition applies. The affected truck categories and any exceptions depend on the applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign F3 • Lorries must not overtake motor vehicles.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord F3 • Verbod voor vrachtauto's om motorvoertuigen in te halen.
68. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that cyclists, mopeds and tractors are prohibited. Cyclists, moped riders and tractor drivers may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C9 • No horse riders, livestock, wagons, agricultural or forestry tractors, limited-speed motor vehicles, mobile machinery, microcars, bicycles, light mopeds, mopeds or mobility vehicles for disabled people.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord C9 • Gesloten voor ruiters, vee, wagens, landbouw- en bosbouwtrekkers, motorrijtuigen met beperkte snelheid, mobiele machines, brommobielen, fietsen, snorfietsen, bromfietsen en gehandicaptenvoertuigen.
69. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the limited-time parking zone. The zonal parking-time restriction ends at this point. Other parking conditions or restrictions may still apply.
English • Traffic sign E11 • End of parking disc zone where a parking disc must be used.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord E11 • Einde parkeerschijf-zone met verplicht gebruik van parkeerschijf.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • Officiële afbeelding
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-09-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
70. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory path for cyclists and mopeds. The requirement associated with the designated path ends at this point. Cyclists and mopeds must continue according to the road layout, other traffic signs and applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign G12b • End of cycle and moped path.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord G12b • Einde fiets/bromfietspad.
71. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a road narrowing where you must give way to oncoming traffic. Allow approaching traffic to pass before entering or continuing through the narrow section when required.
English • Traffic sign F5 • Drivers must not proceed when traffic approaches from the opposite direction.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord F5 • Verbod voor bestuurders door te gaan bij nadering van verkeer uit tegengestelde richting.
72. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of the residential area. The special traffic rules associated with the residential area end at this point. Follow the traffic signs and rules that apply beyond the area.
English • Traffic sign G6 • End of residential area.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord G6 • Einde erf.
73. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the maximum permitted vehicle width for the indicated lane. Vehicles wider than the displayed limit may not use that lane.
English • Traffic sign L12 • The traffic sign applies only to the indicated lane. Traffic sign C18 • No vehicles wider than indicated, including their load.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord L12 • Verkeersbord geldt alleen voor de aangegeven rijstrook. Verkeersbord C18 • Gesloten voor voertuigen die, met inbegrip van de lading, breder zijn dan op het bord is aangegeven.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-09-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.
74. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for pedestrians. Pedestrians may be walking near or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully and be prepared to stop.
English • Traffic sign J23 • Pedestrians.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J23 • Voetgangers.
75. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates an advisory speed. The displayed value recommends an appropriate speed for the road or conditions ahead. Its legal effect depends on the applicable local rules.
English • Traffic sign A4 • Recommended speed.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord A4 • Adviessnelheid.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2024-04-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.
76. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the end of an optional cycle path. The designated optional cycle path ends at this point. Cyclists should continue according to the road layout, signs and traffic rules that apply beyond it.
English • Traffic sign G14 • End of optional cycle path.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord G14 • Einde onverplicht fietspad.
77. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that parking is prohibited. Vehicles may not be parked in the area covered by the sign unless an exception applies. Brief stopping to pick up or drop off passengers or to load or unload goods may still be permitted where local rules allow it.
English • Traffic sign E1 • No parking.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord E1 • Parkeerverbod.
78. What does this traffic sign mean?
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 D3 • Vehicles may pass on either side of the sign.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord D3 • Bord mag aan beide zijden worden voorbijgegaan.
79. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for strong crosswinds. Side winds may suddenly affect vehicle stability and steering. Reduce speed, keep a firm but controlled grip on the steering wheel and take extra care with high-sided vehicles, motorcycles and trailers.
English • Traffic sign J31 • Crosswinds.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J31 • Zijwind.
80. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of a tunnel and shows its length. The displayed value indicates the length of the tunnel. Follow the traffic rules and any special requirements that apply within it.
English • Traffic sign L13 • Road tunnel.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord L13 • verkeerstunnel.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2022-10-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
81. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep ascent. A steep uphill gradient lies ahead and may cause heavy or low-powered vehicles to lose speed. Select a suitable gear, maintain a safe following distance and be prepared for slower traffic.
English • Traffic sign J6 • Steep ascent.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J6 • Steile helling.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-09-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.
82. What does this traffic sign mean?
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 G9 • Bridleway.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord G9 • Ruiterpad.
83. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a pedestrian crossing. A designated pedestrian crossing lies ahead. Reduce speed when necessary, watch carefully for pedestrians and be prepared to give way or stop according to the applicable local priority rules.
English • Traffic sign J22 • Pedestrian crossing.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J22 • Voetgangersoversteekplaats.
84. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing on the right. The available road width decreases from the right side ahead. Reduce speed, follow the lane markings and maintain sufficient clearance from other traffic and the road edge.
English • Traffic sign J18 • Carriageway narrows on the right.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J18 • Rijbaanversmalling rechts.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-09-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
85. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with one track. It alerts drivers to a level crossing where a single railway track crosses the road. Drivers should approach with caution and be prepared to stop, even if no barriers or warning lights are active.
English • Traffic sign J12 • Level crossing with a single track.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J12 • Overweg met enkel spoor.
86. What does this traffic sign mean?
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 D1 • Roundabout; compulsory direction of travel.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord D1 • Rotonde; verplichte rijrichting.
87. What does this traffic sign mean?
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 D2 • All drivers must pass the sign on the side indicated by the arrow.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord D2 • Gebod voor alle bestuurders het bord voorbij te gaan aan de zijde die de pijl aangeeft.
88. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles higher than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall height, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
English • Traffic sign C19 • No vehicles higher than indicated, including their load.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord C19 • Gesloten voor voertuigen die, met inbegrip van de lading, hoger zijn dan op het bord is aangegeven.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-08-31. Wikimedia original unmodified.
89. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the right. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.
English • Traffic sign J4 • Double bend or series of bends, first to the right.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J4 • S-bocht(en), eerst naar rechts.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-09-10. Wikimedia original unmodified.
90. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of a speed limit. The displayed value is the maximum permitted speed from this point. The limit remains in force until it ends or is replaced according to the applicable traffic signs and local rules.
English • Traffic sign A1 • Maximum speed.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord A1 • Maximumsnelheid.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2012-11-12. Wikimedia original unmodified.
91. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates the start of a residential area. Special traffic rules apply within the area according to the applicable signs and local regulations. These rules may affect speed, parking and how different road users use the road.
English • Traffic sign G5 • Residential area.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord G5 • Erf.
92. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that trucks are prohibited. Trucks covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Any applicable weight threshold or vehicle-category limitation is determined by the sign, supplementary information and local rules.
English • Traffic sign C7 • No lorries.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord C7 • Gesloten voor vrachtauto's.
93. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that pedestrians are prohibited. Pedestrians may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C16 • No pedestrians.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord C16 • Gesloten voor voetgangers.
94. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for a roundabout. A roundabout lies ahead. Reduce speed and follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local roundabout rules when approaching and entering it.
English • Traffic sign J9 • Roundabout.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J9 • Rotonde.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2007-09-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.
95. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a road with one-way traffic. Vehicular traffic may travel only in the permitted direction, subject to any exceptions indicated by traffic signs or local rules.
English • Traffic sign C3 • One-way road.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord C3 • Eenrichtingsweg.
Sources
🔗 Github.com • NDW (MIT)
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2024-04-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.
96. What does this traffic sign mean?
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 G11 • Compulsory cycle track.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord G11 • Verplicht fietspad.
97. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign means give way. Slow down and give way to traffic that has priority. Stop if necessary and proceed only when it is safe.
English • Traffic sign B6 • Give way to drivers on the intersecting road.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord B6 • Verleen voorrang aan bestuurders op de kruisende weg.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
SVG version by Bouwe Brouwer • Public domain • Source revision 2013-04-01. Wikimedia original unmodified.
98. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a warning for crossing deer. Deer or other wild animals may enter the road unexpectedly, especially around dawn or dusk. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared for more than one animal to cross.
English • Traffic sign J27 • Large wild animals.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord J27 • Groot wild.
99. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates that tractors are prohibited. Tractors covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
English • Traffic sign C8 • No agricultural or forestry tractors, limited-speed motor vehicles or mobile machinery.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord C8 • Gesloten voor landbouw- en bosbouwtrekkers, motorrijtuigen met beperkte snelheid en mobiele machines.
100. What does this traffic sign mean?
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory lane for buses and trucks. Buses and trucks must use the designated lane 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 F19 • Carriageway or lane reserved for lorries and scheduled buses.
Nederlands • Verkeersbord F19 • Rijbaan of -strook uitsluitend ten behoeve van vrachtauto’s en lijnbussen.
Sources
🔗 Github.com • NDW (MIT)
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Wetten.overheid.nl • RVV 1990, bijlage 1
Image via Commons.wikimedia.org
Fry1989 eh? • Public domain • Source revision 2014-11-09. Wikimedia original unmodified.