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A traffic sign is a standardised 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 colours—such as triangular warning signs, circular prohibitory or mandatory signs, and rectangular information signs—each designed for quick recognition and clear understanding.
What are Belgian A-series traffic signs?
The A series mainly consists of warning signs. They warn road users of a danger ahead, such as dangerous curves, road narrowing, slippery roads, pedestrian crossings or railway crossings.
Warning for a danger with no specific traffic sign.
Signal routier A51 • Danger non défini par un symbole spécial. Un panneau additionnel indique la nature du danger.
Verkeersbord A51 • Gevaar dat niet door een speciaal symbool wordt bepaald. Een onderbord duidt de aard van het gevaar aan.
Warning for a movable bridge.
Signal routier A9 • Pont mobile.
Verkeersbord A9 • Beweegbare brug.
What are Belgian B-series traffic signs?
The B series contains priority signs. These signs regulate matters such as giving way, stopping, priority roads, priority from the right and priority at narrow passages.
Stop and give way.
Signal routier B5 • Marquer l’arrêt et céder la priorité.
Verkeersbord B5 • Stoppen en voorrang verlenen.
Give way.
Signal routier B1 • Céder la priorité.
Verkeersbord B1 • Voorrang verlenen.
What are Belgian C-series traffic signs?
The C series contains prohibition and restriction signs. They can prohibit access, restrict particular categories of vehicles, impose a maximum speed or prohibit certain manoeuvres.
No entry.
Signal routier C1 • Sens interdit à tout conducteur.
Verkeersbord C1 • Verboden richting voor iedere bestuurder.
Access prohibited in both directions.
Signal routier C3 • Accès interdit, dans les deux sens, à tout conducteur.
Verkeersbord C3 • Verboden toegang, in beide richtingen, voor iedere bestuurder.
What are Belgian D-series traffic signs?
The D series contains mandatory signs. They can require drivers to follow a particular direction or require certain road users to use a designated part of the public road.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.
Signal routier D1 • Obligation de suivre la direction indiquée par la flèche. La disposition des lieux détermine la position de la flèche. Si le signal présentant une flèche non coudée, est placé sur un obstacle, il signifie obligation de passer du côté indiqué par la flèche.
Verkeersbord D1 • Verplichting de door de pijl aangeduide richting te volgen. De plaatsgesteldheid bepaalt de stand van de pijl. Wanneer het verkeersbord dat een niet-gebogen pijl voorstelt, op een hindernis geplaatst is, betekent het dat langs de door de pijl aangeduide richting moet voorbijgereden worden.
What are Belgian E-series traffic signs?
The E series contains signs concerning stopping and parking. They can prohibit stopping or parking or indicate and regulate parking places.
Parking prohibited.
Signal routier E1 • Stationnement interdit.
Verkeersbord E1 • Parkeerverbod.
What are Belgian F-series traffic signs?
The F series mainly contains indication signs and signs establishing particular traffic situations, such as motorways, built-up areas, one-way roads, bus lanes, pedestrian crossings and dead-end roads.
Start of a built-up area.
Signal routier F1b • Commencement d'une agglomération. Ce signal est placé à droite, à chaque accès d'une agglomération; il peut être répété à gauche.
Verkeersbord F1b • Begin van een bebouwde kom. Dit verkeersbord wordt rechts geplaatst op elke toegangsweg tot een bebouwde kom; het mag links herhaald worden.
Are Belgian traffic signs legally binding?
Yes. Road users must obey Belgian traffic signs when they are regular in form, sufficiently visible and installed in accordance with the applicable rules.
What takes priority if Belgian traffic instructions, signs and rules conflict?
Instructions given by authorised persons take priority over traffic signs and the ordinary traffic rules. Traffic signs take priority over the ordinary traffic rules. When traffic lights are operating at a location, priority signs placed on the same road do not apply there.
Are traffic lights and road markings also traffic signs?
No. Belgian law distinguishes between traffic lights, traffic signs and road markings. Together they form the traffic-signalling system that road users must follow.
How are Belgian traffic signs currently classified?
Under the current Belgian Road Code, traffic signs are divided into six categories: warning signs, priority signs, prohibitory signs, mandatory signs, signs concerning stopping and parking, and information signs.
Can an additional sign change the meaning of a Belgian traffic sign?
Yes. An additional sign placed below a traffic sign can supplement, specify or limit its meaning. It may indicate matters such as a distance, the length of a regulation, a period, a particular vehicle category or an exception.
Can Belgian traffic signs be displayed electronically?
Yes. Traffic signs can be displayed using dynamic or variable signalling. Their colours may be adapted for the electronic display, but red remains red and the legal meaning of the sign does not change.
Who is allowed to place traffic signs on Belgian public roads?
Traffic signs may normally only be placed by the legally competent authorities. Temporary signalling may also be used in specific circumstances, such as roadworks, traffic obstructions or emergencies, in accordance with the applicable rules.
Why is Belgium introducing new traffic signs?
Belgium’s new Code of the Public Road modernises and reorganises the traffic-sign system. Many signs have been adapted to use simpler and more internationally harmonised symbols, while obsolete signs are removed and several situations receive their own dedicated signs instead of relying on combinations of existing signs and additional panels.
How will Belgian traffic signs look different under the new Road Code?
Many signs receive modernised and simplified symbols. Warning and prohibitory signs receive a white contrast border, additional contrast is introduced between blue and red areas on certain signs, and the current blue additional signs are replaced by white panels with black symbols or text.
How are traffic signs classified under Belgium’s new Road Code?
The new Code keeps the familiar A, B, C, D, E and F series and adds a clearer structure with R-series signs for special regulations, Z-series signs for zonal regulations and M-series additional signs.
When do Belgium’s new traffic signs become valid?
Belgium’s new Code of the Public Road takes effect on 1 June 2027. The new traffic signs may not be used before that date.
Must all current Belgian traffic signs be replaced on 1 June 2027?
No. Most current Belgian traffic signs may remain in use during a long transition period and do not have to be replaced immediately. Most old models remain valid until 1 January 2045.
Are there Belgian traffic signs that must be replaced earlier?
Yes. Traffic signs E5, E7 and E11 lose their meaning on 1 June 2027. The current F17 and F18 bus-lane signs and associated markings lose their meaning on 1 June 2030, while certain current F111 and F113 cycling-zone signs lose their meaning on 1 January 2035.
Can an old Belgian traffic sign remain in place but receive the meaning of the new Road Code?
Yes. Many current signs may physically remain in place during the transition period. From 1 June 2027, they are interpreted according to the new Code of the Public Road unless a specific transitional provision provides otherwise.
Should drivers learn both the current and new Belgian traffic signs?
Yes. The current traffic signs remain relevant until the new Code takes effect, and many old designs will remain on Belgian roads for years afterwards. During the transition period, drivers should therefore be able to recognise both current and new traffic signs.
51. Motorcycles prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that motorcycles are prohibited. Motorcyclists may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
Signal routier C7 • Accès interdit aux motocyclettes.
52. Motor vehicles with more than two wheels prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that motor vehicles with more than two wheels are prohibited. The prohibition may also cover motorcycles with sidecars. Two-wheeled motorcycles and mopeds may still be allowed unless another sign prohibits them.
Signal routier C5 • Accès interdit aux véhicules à moteur à plus de deux roues et aux motocyclettes avec sidecar.
53. Motorhomes prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that motorhomes are prohibited. Motorhomes and other recreational vehicles covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it unless an applicable exemption is indicated.
Signal routier C31 • Accès interdit aux autocaravanes.
54. Caravans prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that caravans are prohibited. Vehicles towing a caravan may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
Signal routier C30 • Accès interdit aux véhicules qui tirent une remorque de camping.
55. Trucks prohibited
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.
Signal routier C24 • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules à moteur conçus et construits pour le transport de marchandises.
56. Buses prohibited
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.
Signal routier C23 • Accès interdit aux autobus et autocars.
57. Tractors prohibited
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.
Signal routier C8 • Accès interdit aux véhicules agricoles.
58. Handcarts prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that handcarts are prohibited. People using handcarts may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
Signal routier C17 • Accès interdit aux charrettes à bras.
59. Equestrians prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that equestrians are prohibited. Equestrians may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
Signal routier C15 • Accès interdit aux cavaliers.
60. Horsecarts prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that horsecarts are prohibited. Horse-drawn vehicles may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
Signal routier C13 • Accès interdit aux véhicules attelés.
61. Quads prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that quads are prohibited. Quad riders may not enter or continue beyond the sign.
Signal routier C6 • Accès interdit aux véhicules à moteur à quatre roues, construits pour terrain non praticable, avec une carrosserie ouverte, un guidon comme sur une motocyclette et une selle.
62. Polluting vehicles prohibited
This traffic sign indicates polluting vehicles are prohibited. It prohibits vehicles that do not meet the required emission standards from entering the road or area. Only vehicles that comply with the applicable environmental requirements may continue. Check any additional signs for the affected vehicle categories, emission classes or exemptions.
Signal routier C49 • Accès interdit aux véhicules à moteur qui font l'objet d'une politique d'accès sélective justifiée par des motifs liés à la qualité de vie, en particulier à cause des nuisances provoquées par ces véhicules sur l'environnement et la santé par une mauvaise qualité de l'air.
63. Vehicles carrying dangerous goods prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles carrying dangerous goods are prohibited. Vehicles carrying the dangerous goods covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it.
Signal routier C25a • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules transportant les marchandises dangereuses déterminées par les autorités compétentes en matière de marchandises dangereuses.
64. Flammable or explosive goods prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles carrying flammable or explosive substances are prohibited. Vehicles carrying the substances covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it.
Signal routier C25b • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules transportant les marchandises dangereuses inflammables ou explosives déterminées par les autorités compétentes en matière de transport de marchandises dangereuses.
65. Vehicles carrying water-polluting substances prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles carrying water-polluting substances are prohibited. Vehicles carrying the substances covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it.
Signal routier C25c • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules transportant les marchandises dangereuses de nature à polluer les eaux, déterminées par les autorités compétentes en matière de transport de marchandises dangereuses.
66. Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles wider than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall width, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
Signal routier C27 • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules ayant, chargement compris, une largeur supérieure à celle indiquée.
67. Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited
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.
Signal routier C29 • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules ayant, chargement compris, une hauteur supérieure à celle indiquée.
68. Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited
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.
Signal routier C26 • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules ayant, chargement compris, une longueur supérieure à celle indiquée.
69. Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles heavier than indicated are prohibited. Vehicles or vehicle combinations exceeding the displayed mass limit may not continue beyond the sign. The legally relevant mass is determined by the applicable local rules.
Signal routier C21 • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules dont la masse en charge dépasse la masse indiquée.
70. Vehicles exceeding the axle-load limit prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that vehicles exceeding the indicated axle-load limit are prohibited. A vehicle whose load on an axle exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.
Signal routier C22 • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules dont la masse en charge par essieu dépasse la masse indiquée.
71. Trucks heavier than indicated prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that trucks heavier than indicated are prohibited. Trucks covered by the sign may not continue if they exceed the displayed mass limit. The legally relevant mass is determined by the applicable local rules.
Signal routier C24 • Accès interdit aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules à moteur conçus et construits pour le transport de marchandises. Lorsqu’une inscription figure sur un panneau additionnel ou sur le symbole du camion en couleur claire, cela signifie que l'interdiction est limitée aux véhicules ou trains de véhicules dont la masse maximale autorisée est supérieure à la masse indiquée.
72. Road narrowing, give way to oncoming drivers
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.
Signal routier B19 • Passage étroit. Céder le passage aux conducteurs venant en sens opposé.
73. Turning left prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that turning left is prohibited. A left turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
Signal routier C32a • Au prochain carrefour, interdiction pour les conducteurs de tourner dans le sens indiqué par la flèche.
74. Turning right prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that turning right is prohibited. A right turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
Signal routier C32b • Au prochain carrefour, interdiction pour les conducteurs de tourner dans le sens indiqué par la flèche.
75. Turning around prohibited (U-turn)
This traffic sign indicates that turning around (making a U-turn) is prohibited. A U-turn may not be made where the prohibition applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.
Signal routier C33 • A partir du signal et jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus, interdiction pour les conducteurs de faire demi-tour.
76. End of local restrictions
This traffic sign indicates the end of certain local restrictions. Restrictions that are ended by this sign no longer apply from this point, while other traffic rules or separately indicated restrictions may remain in force.
Signal routier C46 • Fin de toutes les interdictions locales imposées aux véhicules en mouvement.
77. Overtaking prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that overtaking is prohibited. The vehicles covered by the prohibition and any categories that may still be overtaken depend on the applicable local rules.
Signal routier C35 • A partir du signal et jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus, interdiction de dépasser par la gauche un véhicule à plus de deux roues, une motocyclette ou un véhicule attelé.
78. End of the overtaking prohibition
This traffic sign indicates the end of the overtaking prohibition. The preceding overtaking restriction ends at this point. Overtaking remains subject to the applicable traffic rules and any other restrictions.
Signal routier C37 • Fin de l’interdiction prévue par le signal C35.
79. Overtaking prohibited for trucks
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.
Signal routier C39 • A partir du signal et jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus, interdiction aux conducteurs de véhicules ou trains de véhicules affectés au transport de marchandises, dont la masse maximale autorisée est supérieure à 3,5 tonnes, de dépasser par la gauche un véhicule à plus de deux roues, une motocyclette ou un véhicule attelé.
80. End of the overtaking prohibition for trucks
This traffic sign indicates the end of the overtaking prohibition for trucks. The preceding truck overtaking restriction ends at this point. Other overtaking rules and restrictions may still apply.
Signal routier C41 • Fin de l’interdiction prévue par le signal C39.
81. Start of a speed limit
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.
Signal routier C43 • A partir du signal et jusqu’au prochain carrefour inclus, interdiction de circuler à une vitesse supérieure à celle qui est indiquée. Toutefois, l’interdiction ne vaut plus : 1° à l’endroit où une autre limitation de vitesse est d’application en vertu d’un signal; 2° à l’endroit où un signal indique la fin d’une agglomération.
82. End of the speed limit
This traffic sign indicates the end of the previously indicated speed limit. From this point, follow any newly posted limit or the applicable default speed rules for the road and vehicle category.
Signal routier C45 • Fin de la limitation de vitesse prévue par le signal C43.
83. Start of a zone with speed limit
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.
Signal routier Z1-C43 • Début d’une zone de vitesse.
84. End of the zone with speed limit
This traffic sign indicates the end of the zone with a speed limit. The zonal speed limit ends at this point. Follow any newly posted limit or the applicable default speed rules.
Signal routier Z3-C43 • Fin d’une zone de vitesse.
85. Start of a low-emission zone
This traffic sign indicates the start of a low-emission zone. Vehicle access is subject to the emission requirements and exemptions that apply within the zone. The affected vehicle categories and access conditions depend on the local rules.
Signal routier Z1 • Début d’une zone. Le signal auquel une validité zonale est donnée est représenté sur ce signal.
86. End of the low-emission zone
This traffic sign indicates the end of the low-emission zone. The emission-related access requirements associated with the zone end at this point. Other access or environmental restrictions may still apply.
Signal routier Z3 • Fin d’une zone. Le signal contient, dans des tons gris et en conservant la couleur blanche, le signal auquel la validité zonale est donnée.
87. Passing without payment prohibited
This traffic sign indicates that passing without payment is prohibited. A toll or other required road-use charge must be paid or otherwise validly arranged according to the applicable payment system.
Signal routier C47 • Interdiction de passer sans payer.
88. Parking prohibited
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.
Signal routier E1 • Stationnement interdit.
89. Parking and stopping 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.
Signal routier E3 • Arrêt et stationnement interdits.
90. Start of no-parking zone
This traffic sign indicates the start of a no-parking zone. The parking prohibition applies throughout the zone according to the applicable zonal rules until the zone is ended or another rule replaces it.
Signal routier Z1 • Début d’une zone. Le signal auquel une validité zonale est donnée est représenté sur ce signal.
91. End of no-parking zone
This traffic sign indicates the end of the no-parking zone. The zonal parking prohibition ends at this point. Other parking restrictions or conditions may still apply.
Signal routier Z3 • Fin d’une zone. Le signal contient, dans des tons gris et en conservant la couleur blanche, le signal auquel la validité zonale est donnée.
92. 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.
Signal routier D5 • Rond-point. Sens giratoire obligatoire dans le sens indiqué par les flèches.
93. 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.
Signal routier D1c • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre, au carrefour, la direction indiquée par la flèche.
94. 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.
Signal routier D3c • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre, au carrefour, la direction indiquée par la flèche.
95. 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.
Signal routier D1b • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre, au carrefour, la direction indiquée par la flèche.
96. 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.
Signal routier D1e • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre, au carrefour, la direction indiquée par la flèche.
97. 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.
Signal routier D1d • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre, au carrefour, la direction indiquée par la flèche.
98. 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.
Signal routier D3b • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre une des directions indiquées par les flèches. La disposition des lieux détermine la position des flèches.
99. 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.
Signal routier D3a • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre une des directions indiquées par les flèches. La disposition des lieux détermine la position des flèches.
100. 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.
Signal routier D1g • Obligation pour les conducteurs de suivre la direction indiquée par la flèche.