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Traffic signs

Traffic rules

Prohibitory signs

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.

Direction prohibited (road with one-way traffic).

Leaving less distance than indicated prohibited.

End of the overtaking prohibition for trucks.

Vehicles with dangerous goods prohibited.

Vehicles with explosive materials prohibited.

Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.

Vehicles longer 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.

Begin of zone where parking is prohibited.

End of the zone where parking is prohibited.

Road narrowing, give way to oncoming drivers.

1. Access prohibited

This traffic sign indicates access is prohibited. The "Access Prohibited" sign indicates that all vehicles (and sometimes all road users) are not allowed to enter a road or area.

2. Cars prohibited

This traffic sign indicates cars are prohibited. It means that cars are not allowed to enter or drive past the sign. Only passenger cars (and sometimes similar private vehicles) are prohibited. Other vehicles like buses, motorcycles, or bicycles may be allowed unless separately restricted.

3. Cyclists prohibited

This traffic sign indicates cyclists are prohibited. It means that bicycles (cyclists) are not allowed to enter or use the road beyond this point. Other vehicles (cars, pedestrians, etc.) may be allowed, unless separately restricted.

4. Direction prohibited (road with one-way traffic)

This traffic sign indicates direction is prohibited for all drivers, the road has one-way traffic. The "Direction Prohibited" sign means that entry from this direction is not allowed — it prohibits traffic from entering a street or road. No vehicles are allowed to enter from this side. Vehicles may still exit from the other end (it's often a one-way street in the opposite direction)

5. Horsecarts prohibited

This traffic sign indicates horsecarts are prohibited. It means that animal-drawn vehicles, such as horsecarts, are not allowed beyond this point. Other vehicles (cars, bicycles, etc.) may still be allowed unless restricted by other signs.

6. Mopeds prohibited

This traffic sign indicates mopeds are prohibited. It means that mopeds are not allowed beyond the point where the sign is placed. Class A and/or B mopeds prohibited (depending on local regulations). Other vehicles (bicycles, motorcycles, cars) may still be allowed unless otherwise indicated.

7. Pedestrians prohibited

This traffic sign indicates pedestrians are prohibited. It means that pedestrians are not allowed beyond this point. Other users (vehicles, bicycles, etc.) may still be allowed unless restricted by other signs.

8. Tractors prohibited

This traffic sign indicates tractors are prohibited. It means that agricultural and forestry tractors are not allowed beyond this point. Other vehicles (cars, motorcycles, bicycles, etc.) may be allowed unless otherwise restricted.

9. Trailers prohibited

This traffic sign indicates trailer are prohibited. It means that vehicles pulling trailers are not allowed beyond this point. All vehicles with trailers are prohibited, including: Passenger cars towing trailers, vans or trucks towing cargo trailers. Solo vehicles (cars, motorcycles, etc.) without trailers may still be allowed.

10. Trucks prohibited

This traffic sign indicates trucks are prohibited. It means that trucks (heavy goods vehicles) are not allowed beyond this point. typically those with a maximum authorized mass over 3.5 tonnes (unless otherwise specified). Other vehicles like cars, motorcycles, mopeds, and light vans may still be allowed unless restricted by other signs.

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