HospitalBelgium

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Belgium. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

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Traffic signs

Traffic rules

Belgium

1. Hospital

A hospital is a healthcare facility where patients receive medical examination, treatment, surgery, emergency care or other specialised health services. Hospitals may serve local communities, large regions or specialised medical needs.

Road signs may direct drivers toward a hospital using a medical or hospital symbol. Drivers should follow the applicable direction signs and take particular care around hospital entrances, where ambulances, pedestrians and other vehicles may be entering or leaving.

Which Belgian road sign indicates a hospital?

The Belgian F53 information sign indicates a healthcare institution and is used to identify facilities such as hospitals.

🔗 wegcode.be • Belgian current Road Code — Article71.2 — F53 healthcare institution

Does a Belgian hospital sign impose a traffic rule?

No. The hospital sign provides information about a healthcare facility. Drivers must still obey the normal traffic rules and any additional signs or restrictions applying near the hospital.

🔗 wegcode.be • Belgian current Road Code — Article71.2 — F53 healthcare institution