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Prohibitory signs
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.
1. Cars prohibited
This traffic sign indicates cars are prohibited. It means that cars are not allowed to enter or drive past the sign. Only passenger cars (and sometimes similar private vehicles) are prohibited. Other vehicles like buses, motorcycles, or bicycles may be allowed unless separately restricted.
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2. Cyclists prohibited
This traffic sign indicates cyclists are prohibited. It means that bicycles (cyclists) are not allowed to enter or use the road beyond this point. Other vehicles (cars, pedestrians, etc.) may be allowed, unless separately restricted.
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3. Motorcycles prohibited
This traffic sign indicates motorcycles are prohibited. It means that motorcycles are not allowed beyond the sign. Other vehicles (cars, mopeds, bicycles, etc.) may still be allowed, unless otherwise restricted.
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4. Pedestrians prohibited
This traffic sign indicates pedestrians are prohibited. It means that pedestrians are not allowed beyond this point. Other users (vehicles, bicycles, etc.) may still be allowed unless restricted by other signs.
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5. Trucks prohibited
This traffic sign indicates trucks are prohibited. It means that trucks (heavy goods vehicles) are not allowed beyond this point. typically those with a maximum authorized mass over 3.5 tonnes (unless otherwise specified). Other vehicles like cars, motorcycles, mopeds, and light vans may still be allowed unless restricted by other signs.
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6. Overtaking prohibited
This traffic sign indicates overtaking prohibited. It means that overtaking of motor vehicles on more than two wheels is prohibited. You may still overtake: bicycles, mopeds, ...
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7. End of the overtaking prohibition
This traffic sign indicates the end of the overtaking prohibition. It means that the no-overtaking zone has ended. From this point onward, overtaking is permitted again, as long as it’s safe and legal.
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8. Begin of a speed limit
This traffic sign indicates the begin of a speed limit. It means the start of a maximum speed limit that road users must obey from that point onward, driving faster than indicated is prohibited. It applies until: a new speed limit sign appears or the “end of speed limit” sign.
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9. Turning left prohibited
This traffic sign indicates turning left is prohibited. It means that left turns are not allowed at the intersection or junction where the sign is posted. Going straight or turning right may still be allowed (unless restricted by other signs).
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10. Turning right prohibited
This traffic sign indicates turning right is prohibited. It means that right turns are not allowed at the upcoming junction or intersection. Drivers may still be allowed to go straight or turn left (unless otherwise restricted).
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