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What does this traffic sign mean?

51. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
✓ Warning for a sharp curve to the left.
Warning for a curve to the right.
Driving straight ahead prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a sharp curve to the left. A tight left-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within your lane and use smooth steering.

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52. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a U-turn.
✓ Warning for curves.
Warning for a slippery road surface.
Warning for a curve to the left.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a series of curves. One or more changes in direction lie ahead and may occur in quick succession. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

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53. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of an advisory speed limit.
✓ Start of a zone with speed limit.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
Start of a residential area.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a zone with a speed limit. The displayed speed limit applies throughout the zone according to the applicable zonal rules, until the zone is ended or another rule replaces it.

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54. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for trams.
Entry prohibited.
Start of a motorway.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing without barriers.

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.

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55. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of an expressway.
End of the expressway.
✓ Start of a motorway.
End of the motorway.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a motorway. From this point, special motorway rules apply, including restrictions on which road users may enter and on stopping, reversing and other manoeuvres. Follow the applicable speed limits, lane rules and local motorway regulations.

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56. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the priority road.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
✓ Priority at the junction.
Warning for traffic lights.

This traffic sign indicates that you have priority at the next intersection. Side roads join from the left and right, and traffic entering from those side roads must give way.

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57. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a road narrowing.
Warning for a railway crossing.
Warning for roadworks.
✓ Warning for a road with two-way traffic.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two-way traffic. Oncoming traffic will use the same road or carriageway ahead. Keep to the correct side of the road and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

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58. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory path for cyclists.
Cyclists prohibited.
Warning for cyclists.
Cars prohibited.

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.

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59. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Buses prohibited.
Warning for buses.
Trucks prohibited.
Mandatory lane for buses.

This traffic sign indicates that buses are prohibited. Buses covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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60. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a steep ascent.
Trucks and buses prohibited.
Parking and stopping prohibited.
Warning for a steep descent.

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.

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61. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for children.
Warning for pedestrians.
✓ Mandatory path for pedestrians.
Start of a zone 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.

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62. What does this traffic sign mean?

Dead end street.
✓ Warning for sheep on the road.
Warning for tractors.
Prohibited access for animals.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for sheep. Sheep may be grazing beside the road, crossing it or moving along it, sometimes in groups. Reduce speed, remain alert and be prepared to stop without startling the animals.

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63. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.
Warning for buses.
✓ Warning for emergency vehicles.
Entry prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for emergency vehicles. Emergency vehicles may enter, leave or cross the road unexpectedly. Reduce speed, keep access clear and be prepared to give way when required.

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64. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for children.
Crossing for pedestrians.
Children prohibited.
Mandatory path for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for children. Children may be present on or near the road and may cross unexpectedly. Reduce speed, scan both sides of the road carefully and be prepared to stop.

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65. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a tunnel.
Warning for traffic lights.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing with one track.
Warning for a railway crossing with two or more tracks.

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.

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66. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Lane for cyclists.
Cyclists prohibited.
Warning for cyclists.
Mandatory path for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates a lane for cyclists. The lane is designated for bicycle traffic, subject to the applicable road markings, traffic signs and local rules.

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67. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for roadworks.
End of the tunnel.
✓ Warning for a tunnel.
Warning for a movable bridge.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a tunnel. Driving conditions may change at the tunnel entrance because of reduced light, limited visibility or restricted space. Reduce speed when necessary and follow the applicable rules for vehicle lighting, stopping, overtaking and lane use.

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68. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Start of a speed limit.
Start of a built-up area.
Start of an advisory speed limit.
Start of a minimum speed.

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.

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69. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for strong crosswinds.
Crossing for pedestrians.
Warning for a quayside or riverbank.
Warning for low-flying aircraft.

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.

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70. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a slippery road surface.
Warning for a soft verge.
Parking prohibited.
✓ Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for loose chippings. Loose stones or gravel may reduce tyre grip and can be thrown up by passing vehicles. Reduce speed, increase your following distance and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

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71. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
Warning for roadworks.
✓ Warning for a roundabout.
Turning right prohibited.

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.

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72. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Lane for buses.
Lane for buses and trams.
Bus stop.
Crossing bus lane.

This traffic sign indicates a lane for buses. The lane is intended for buses and any other road users permitted by the applicable signs or local rules.

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73. What does this traffic sign mean?

Parking prohibited.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.
✓ Parking and stopping prohibited.
Entry prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that parking and stopping are prohibited. Vehicles may not stop or park voluntarily where the restriction applies, except where an applicable rule provides an exemption or stopping is required by traffic conditions.

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74. What does this traffic sign mean?

Dead end street.
✓ Warning for cattle on the road.
Prohibited access for animals.
Warning for a soft verge.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cattle. Cattle or other livestock may be crossing, walking along or standing near the road. Reduce speed, be prepared to stop and avoid sudden movements or unnecessary use of the horn that could startle the animals.

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75. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning left prohibited.
Passing left mandatory.
Warning for a curve to the left.
✓ 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.

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76. What does this traffic sign mean?

Information about the next exit.
Junction layout, directions and destinations.
✓ Information about the directions of the roundabout.
General information about the directions.

This traffic sign gives information about directions at a roundabout. The diagram shows the available exits and the destinations reached from them.

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77. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a curve to the right.
✓ Warning for a curve to the left.
Turning left mandatory.
Driving straight ahead prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the left. A left-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

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78. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the motorway.
General information about the directions.
✓ Ramp destination.
Junction directions and destinations.

This traffic sign gives information about the destination reached via the ramp. The displayed destination indicates where the ramp leads.