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.'
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 side roads on the left and right.
Warning for a crossroad where the roads are not opposite to each other.
Warning for a crossroad where the roads are not opposite to each other.
Stop and give way to all drivers.
Road narrowing, give way to oncoming drivers.
Mandatory direction of the roundabout.
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 crossing deer.
Warning for ducks on the road.
Warning for frogs on the road.
Warning for wild horses on the road.
Warning for sheep on the road.
Warning for a movable bridge.
Warning for a speed bump.
Warning for a bad road surface.
Warning for children.
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 side roads on the left and right.
Warning for a crossroad where the roads are not opposite to each other.
Warning for a crossroad where the roads are not opposite to each other.
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 elderly.
Warning for falling rocks.
Warning for a limited height.
Warning for horsecarts.
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 two roads that merge.
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 snow and sleet.
Warning for a soft verge.
Warning for a steep ascent.
Warning for a steep descent.
Warning for tractors.
Warning for a traffic light.
Warning for traffic jams.
Warning for a railroad crossing without barriers.
Warning for a railroad crossing with barriers.
Warning for a railroad crossing with 1 railway.
Warning for trams.
Warning for a tunnel.
Warning for a road with two-way traffic.
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.
Caravans prohibited.
Cyclists prohibited.
Direction prohibited (road with one-way traffic).
Horsecarts prohibited.
Equestrians prohibited.
Motorcycles prohibited.
Motorcycles and cars prohibited.
Pedestrians prohibited.
Overtaking prohibited.
Begin of a 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 with explosive materials prohibited.
Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.
Trucks 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 right mandatory.
Passing left mandatory.
Passing left or right mandatory.
Passing right mandatory.
Mandatory direction of the roundabout.
Mandatory left.
Mandatory right.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.
Mandatory lane for buses.
Mandatory lane for buses and trams.
Mandatory path for cyclists.
Mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Mandatory shared path for pedestrians and cyclists.
Begin of a minimum speed.
End of the minimum speed.
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.
Crossing for cyclists.
Dead end street.
Road with one-way traffic.
Parking allowed.
Parking only allowed partially on the road.
Parking only allowed on the verge or sidewalk.
Begin of a zone for pedestrians.
End of the zone for pedestrians.
Begin of a residential area.
End of the residential area.
Road narrowing, oncoming drivers have to give way.
Section control.
End of the 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 disabled children.
For deaf people.
For tractors.
Buses allowed.
Buses and cyclists allowed.
Local buses allowed.
Delivery vehicles allowed.
Local traffic allowed.
Vehicles prohibited.
No explosives.
No inflammables or explosives.
No loading.
... yard to the left.
... yard ahead.
... mile ahead.
Stop ... yard ahead.
Give way ahead.
For ... miles.
Height.
No loading during time shown.
Vehicles prohibited during time shown.
Play street during time shown.
Speed limit.
Reduce speed now.
Slow trucks for ... miles.
Low gear now.
Keep in low gear.
Low gear for ... miles.
Hidden dip.
Hump in ... yards.
Humps for ... yards.
Humped crossing.
Children crossing.
Cyclists crossing.
No sidewalk/footway for ... yards.
Arch bridge, high vehicles use middle of the road.
Give way to oncoming vehicles.
Priority over oncoming vehicles.
Oncoming vehicles in the middle of road.
Single file traffic.
Single track road.
One way.
Dual carriageway.
Part time signals.
When lights show ahead.
When lights show.
Queues.
Accident.
Soft verge.
Adverse camber.
Line painting.
End.
Frost damage.
Ice.
Smoke.
Snowdrifts.
High tide / flooding.
Blind summit.
Kindergarten.
School.
Fallen tree.
Overhanging building.
Blasting work.
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 crossing deer. It alerts drivers to the potential presence of deer or other wild animals crossing the road. It is essential in areas where wildlife-vehicle collisions are common. Wild deer may suddenly cross the road, especially at dawn or dusk. Drivers should: reduce speed, stay alert, watch both sides of the road. Typical Locations: forests, national parks, wildlife corridors or countryside highways.
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This traffic sign indicates a warning for ducks. It alerts drivers to the possible presence of ducks (or other waterfowl) crossing the road — often with ducklings — and encourages extra caution to avoid harm to animals and accidents. Ducks may cross the road, especially near ponds, rivers, wetlands, or urban parks. Drivers should: slow down and be ready to stop for animal crossings.
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This traffic sign indicates a warning for frogs. It alerts drivers to the presence of frogs or toads crossing the road, especially during migration or breeding seasons. These signs aim to prevent harm to amphibians and reduce the risk of accidents caused by sudden stops. Frogs or toads may frequently cross the road, especially: during wet conditions and in spring and early summer. Drivers should: slow down, be ready to brake carefully, avoid running over amphibians. Common Locations: near wetlands, ponds, streams, or wooded areas.
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This traffic sign indicates a warning for wild horses. It alerts drivers to the possible presence of wild or free-roaming horses on or near the roadway. It is used to prevent collisions and protect both animals and road users. Drivers should: reduce speed, be ready to stop quickly, avoid using the horn or high beams that could startle the animals. Typical Locations: Nature reserves, open rangeland, rural highways, areas with wild horse populations (e.g. Camargue (France), Nevada (USA), Mongolia, or Romania)
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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 movable bridge. It alerts that a movable (opening) bridge is ahead — such as a drawbridge or swing bridge — which may open for boat traffic. Drivers should be prepared to stop when the bridge is open and to expect possible traffic delays. It often accompanies barriers, lights, or warning bells at the actual site. Common near: rivers, canals, or ports.
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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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