Road numberBelgium

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. Road number

A road number is a number or combination of letters and numbers used to identify a particular road or route within a road network. Road numbers help drivers follow routes, distinguish between different types of roads and navigate between cities, regions and countries.

Road numbers are commonly displayed on route markers and direction signs. Their format, colour and prefixes vary between countries and may indicate whether a route is a motorway, national road, regional road or international route.

How are road numbers indicated in Belgium?

Belgian road numbers can be displayed on dedicated F23 route-number signs and incorporated into direction and advance-direction signs.

🔗 codex.vlaanderen.be • Belgian Road Code — articles 11, 21.4 and 71 (F23a–F23d and direction signs)

🔗 wegcode.be • Road Code of 1 December 1975 — 11, 21.4 and 71 (F23a–F23d and direction signs)

What do prefixes such as N, A, E and R mean in Belgium?

Belgian routes commonly use N for numbered ordinary roads, A for motorways, E for European international routes and R for ring roads.

🔗 codex.vlaanderen.be • Belgian Road Code — articles 11, 21.4 and 71 (F23a–F23d and direction signs)

🔗 wegcode.be • Road Code of 1 December 1975 — 11, 21.4 and 71 (F23a–F23d and direction signs)