Traffic signsBelgium

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.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.


Which traffic sign indicates a railway crossing with one track?

251. Which traffic sign indicates a railway crossing with one track?

B.
A and B.
✓ A.
Neither.

Traffic sign A indicates a railway crossing with one track. Traffic sign B indicates a railway crossing with two or more tracks.

Which traffic sign indicates a railway crossing with two or more tracks?

252. Which traffic sign indicates a railway crossing with two or more tracks?

Neither.
A and B.
✓ B.
A.

Traffic sign A indicates a railway crossing with one track. Traffic sign B indicates a railway crossing with two or more tracks.

Which traffic sign indicates a pedestrian crossing?

253. Which traffic sign indicates a pedestrian crossing?

✓ A.
Neither.
A and B.
B.

Traffic sign A indicates a pedestrian crossing. Traffic sign B indicates a mandatory path for pedestrians.

Which traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for pedestrians?

254. Which traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for pedestrians?

✓ B.
Neither.
A.
A and B.

Traffic sign A indicates a pedestrian crossing. Traffic sign B indicates a mandatory path for pedestrians.

Which traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for pedestrians?

255. Which traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for pedestrians?

B.
✓ A.
A and B.
Neither.

Traffic sign A indicates a mandatory path for pedestrians. Traffic sign B indicates that pedestrians are prohibited.

Which traffic sign indicates that pedestrians are prohibited?

256. Which traffic sign indicates that pedestrians are prohibited?

✓ B.
A.
Neither.
A and B.

Traffic sign A indicates a mandatory path for pedestrians. Traffic sign B indicates that pedestrians are prohibited.

Which traffic sign warns of cyclists?

257. Which traffic sign warns of cyclists?

A and B.
B.
Neither.
✓ A.

Traffic sign A warns of cyclists. Traffic sign B indicates a place where cyclists are prohibited.

Which traffic sign indicates that cyclists are prohibited?

258. Which traffic sign indicates that cyclists are prohibited?

✓ B.
A.
A and B.
Neither.

Traffic sign A warns of cyclists. Traffic sign B indicates a place where cyclists are prohibited.

This traffic sign warns of a steep ascent. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?

259. This traffic sign warns of a steep ascent. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?

Drive faster.
✓ Select a lower gear.
Drive slower.
Select a higher gear.

On a steep ascent, the engine needs more power to overcome the gradient. Select an appropriate lower gear to provide sufficient torque and maintain control of the vehicle.

This traffic sign warns of a steep descent. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?

260. This traffic sign warns of a steep descent. What should you do to control the speed of your vehicle?

✓ Select a lower gear.
Select a higher gear.
Drive slower.
Drive faster.

On a steep descent, gravity causes the vehicle to accelerate. Select an appropriate lower gear to use engine braking and help control the vehicle’s speed without relying excessively on the brakes.