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.
A priority sign is a traffic sign that indicates the order in which vehicles shall pass intersection points. Vehicles often come into conflict with other vehicles and pedestrians because their intended courses of travel intersect, and thus interfere with each other's routes. The general principle that establishes who has the right to go first is called 'right of way' or 'priority'. It establishes who has the right to use the conflicting part of the road and who has to wait until the other does so. The vehicle that does not need to wait is said to 'have the right of way' or to 'have priority.'
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
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 with side road on the right.
Warning for a crossroad with a sharp side road on the right.
Warning for a crossroad side roads on the left and right.
Stop and give way to all drivers.
Road narrowing, give way to oncoming drivers.
Mandatory direction of the roundabout.
Begin of a priority road.
End of the priority road.
Curve of the main road.
Curve of the main road.
Curve of the main road.
Road narrowing, oncoming drivers have to give way.
A warning sign is a traffic sign that alerts drivers to a potential danger or change in road conditions ahead, giving them enough time to slow down and react safely. These signs warn about hazards such as sharp bends, pedestrian crossings, slippery surfaces, merging traffic, animals on the road, or upcoming intersections. Their purpose is not to forbid or command anything, but simply to prepare drivers for situations that require extra attention.
Warning for a danger with no specific traffic sign.
Warning for low-flying aircrafts.
Warning for cattle on the road.
Warning for reindeer on the road.
Warning for sheep on the road.
Warning for a speed bump.
Warning for a bad road surface.
Warning for children.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
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 with side road on the right.
Warning for a crossroad with a sharp side road on the right.
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 falling rocks.
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 soft verge.
Warning for a steep ascent.
Warning for a steep descent.
Warning for a traffic light.
Warning for a tunnel.
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.
Access prohibited.
Buses prohibited.
Cars prohibited.
Cyclists prohibited.
Direction prohibited (road with one-way traffic).
Equestrians prohibited.
Mopeds prohibited.
Motorcycles prohibited.
Motorcycles and cars prohibited.
Pedestrians prohibited.
Tractors prohibited.
Trucks prohibited.
Snowmobiles prohibited.
Leaving less distance than indicated prohibited.
Overtaking prohibited.
End of the overtaking prohibition.
Overtaking prohibited for trucks.
End of the overtaking prohibition for trucks.
Begin of a speed limit.
End of the speed limit.
Begin of a zone with speed limit.
End of the zone with speed limit.
Turning left prohibited.
Turning right prohibited.
Turning around prohibited (U-turn).
Vehicles with dangerous goods prohibited.
Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles with polluted fluids prohibited.
Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles with an axle weight heavier than indicated prohibited.
Trucks with trailer heavier than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited.
Entry prohibited (checkpoint).
Parking prohibited.
Parking and stopping prohibited.
Road narrowing, give way to oncoming drivers.
A mandatory sign is a traffic sign that tells drivers what they must do. Instead of prohibiting actions, these signs impose obligations such as following a specific direction, using a particular lane, or keeping a minimum speed. Their purpose is to guide traffic safely and efficiently by ensuring that all road users follow the same required behavior in places where it is necessary for order and safety.
Turning left mandatory.
Turning left or right mandatory.
Turning right mandatory.
Passing left mandatory.
Passing left or right mandatory.
Passing right mandatory.
Mandatory direction of the roundabout.
Driving straight ahead or turning left mandatory.
Driving straight ahead or turning right mandatory.
Mandatory left.
Mandatory right.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.
Mandatory path for cyclists.
Mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Mandatory path for equestrians.
Mandatory path for pedestrians.
Mandatory shared path for pedestrians and cyclists.
An information sign is a traffic sign that provides useful guidance or clarification to road users without imposing rules or warnings. These signs inform drivers about things like parking zones, directions, facilities, road layouts, or the start and end of built-up areas. Their purpose is to help drivers navigate confidently by giving clear, practical information that improves orientation, comfort, and overall traffic flow.
Begin of a built-up area.
End of the built-up area.
Crossing for pedestrians.
Dead end street.
Information about the directions of the crossroad.
Information about the next exit.
Information about the destination of the ramp.
Overview of the lanes and their direction.
End of a lane.
Road with one-way traffic.
Road with one-way traffic.
Parking allowed.
Begin of a priority road.
End of the priority road.
Begin of a residential area.
End of the residential area.
Curve of the main road.
Curve of the main road.
Curve of the main road.
Road narrowing, oncoming drivers have to give way.
Section control.
National speed limits.
An additional sign is a traffic sign placed directly below another sign to provide extra information or clarify how the main sign should be understood. It can specify conditions such as distance, time periods, road users affected, directions, or special circumstances. Additional signs do not create new rules by themselves but modify, limit, or explain the meaning of the sign above them so drivers can apply the rule correctly in that specific situation.
For disabled people.
For blind people.
For deaf people.
To the left.
To the left or right.
To the right.
... meter to the left.
... meter to the left or right.
... meter to the right.
After left turn.
After right turn.
... meter ahead.
Stop ... meter ahead.
... meter ahead for ... meter.
Weight.
Crossroad shape.
Crossroad shape.
Crossroad shape.
Perpendicular/straight parking.
Parallel parking.
Angle parking.
Illegal parking towing.
Disc parking.
During time shown.
Runners.
One lane road.
One lane bridge.
One lane tunnel.
Accident risk.
Gravel road.
New road surface.
4x4 required.
Mountain road (Extremely difficult terrain, even in 4×4).
Slow road.
Unbridged river crossing.
Hilltop, blind summit.
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.
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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.
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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.
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This traffic sign indicates a warning for reindeer. It alerts drivers that reindeer may be crossing or present on the road. Drivers should slow down and remain vigilant, as reindeer often move in herds and may suddenly enter the road. Collisions can cause serious damage and injury. Common in: Northern Scandinavia: Norway, Sweden, Finland.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled crossroad. It alerts drivers that a crossroad without traffic signals or priority signs is ahead. Drivers should slow down and be alert for traffic from side roads that may not stop. Yield according to local right-of-way rules (e.g., in many European countries, give way to the right). Typical Locations: Rural areas and roads where no clear priority is assigned.
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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.
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