QuizTraffic signsFinland

Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Finland.

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What does this traffic sign mean?

1. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Start of a tunnel with indicated length.
Information about the destination and distance.
Pedestrians prohibited.
End of the tunnel.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a tunnel and shows its length. The displayed value indicates the length of the tunnel. Follow the traffic rules and any special requirements that apply within it.

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2. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for roadworks.
Entry prohibited.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing with barriers.
Warning for a railway crossing without barriers.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing with gates or barriers that close when a train approaches. Drivers should be ready to stop when the barriers are down or flashing lights activate. Never attempt to cross when gates are closing or closed.

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3. What does this traffic sign mean?

Entry prohibited.
Turning around mandatory (U-turn).
✓ Turning around prohibited (U-turn).
Road with one-way traffic.

This traffic sign indicates that turning around (making a U-turn) is prohibited. A U-turn may not be made where the prohibition applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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4. What does this traffic sign mean?

Entry prohibited.
Parking allowed.
✓ Parking and stopping prohibited.
Parking prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that parking and stopping are prohibited. Vehicles may not stop or park voluntarily where the restriction applies, except where an applicable rule provides an exemption or stopping is required by traffic conditions.

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5. What does this traffic sign mean?

Prohibited access for animals.
✓ Warning for reindeer on the road.
Warning for a soft verge.
Dead end street.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for reindeer. Reindeer may cross or stand on the road and can move in groups, so one animal may be followed by others. Reduce speed, remain alert and be prepared to stop.

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6. What does this traffic sign mean?

Passing right mandatory.
Turning left mandatory.
✓ Turning right mandatory.
Warning for a curve to the left.

This traffic sign indicates that turning right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn right and may not continue straight ahead or turn left.

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7. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a priority road.
Warning for traffic lights.
✓ Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
Give way.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for an uncontrolled crossroad. An intersection without traffic signals or signs assigning priority lies ahead. Reduce speed, watch for traffic approaching from other directions and follow the applicable local priority rules.

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8. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for horses.
✓ Equestrians prohibited.
Entry prohibited, except for equestrians.
Mandatory path for equestrians.

This traffic sign indicates that equestrians are prohibited. Equestrians may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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9. What does this traffic sign mean?

Road with one-way traffic.
Access prohibited in both directions.
✓ No entry.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.

This traffic sign means no entry. Drivers may not enter from the direction in which the sign is placed.

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10. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a double curve, first right then left.
Warning for a steep ascent.
✓ Warning for a double curve, first left then right.
Warning for a slippery road surface.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the left. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.

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11. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Route to be followed in order to turn left.
Turning left mandatory.
Junction layout, directions and destinations.
Turning left prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates the route to use for a left turn. Follow the indicated route instead of turning left directly at this point.

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12. What does this traffic sign mean?

Road with one-way traffic.
Road with two-way traffic.
Parking prohibited.
✓ Road narrowing, give way to oncoming drivers.

This traffic sign indicates a road narrowing where you must give way to oncoming traffic. Allow approaching traffic to pass before entering or continuing through the narrow section when required.

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13. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a road narrowing.
Warning for a road with one-way traffic.
Mandatory path for cyclists.
Warning for an unpaved road surface.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing. The available width of the road or carriageway decreases ahead. Reduce speed, maintain sufficient lateral clearance and watch carefully for approaching or adjacent traffic.

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14. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
✓ Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that vehicles higher than indicated are prohibited. A vehicle or vehicle combination whose overall height, including its load, exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.

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15. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ End of the overtaking prohibition for trucks.
End of the two-way traffic.
Overtaking prohibited for trucks.
Parking prohibited for trucks.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the overtaking prohibition for trucks. The preceding truck overtaking restriction ends at this point. Other overtaking rules and restrictions may still apply.

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16. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Minimum following distance.
Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates the minimum distance that must be maintained from the vehicle ahead. Drivers must keep at least the distance shown.

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17. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for merging traffic from the right.
Warning for cyclists.
Turning right mandatory.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for merging traffic from the right. Traffic travelling in the same general direction may join your traffic stream from the right. Stay alert and adjust your speed or position when necessary to allow traffic to merge safely.

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18. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a railway crossing.
Warning for roadworks.
✓ Warning for a road with two-way traffic.
Warning for a road with one-way traffic.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two-way traffic. Oncoming traffic will use the same road or carriageway ahead. Keep to the correct side of the road and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

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19. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for roadworks.
✓ Warning for a bad road surface.
Warning for a soft verge.
Warning for a quayside or riverbank.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a bad or uneven road surface. Potholes, bumps, depressions or other surface irregularities may affect vehicle stability and braking. Reduce speed and avoid sudden manoeuvres.

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20. What does this traffic sign mean?

Overview of the lanes and their direction.
Minimum speed of a lane.
✓ Maximum speed of a lane.
Warning for a road narrowing.

This traffic sign indicates the maximum speed for the indicated lane. Vehicles using that lane must not exceed the displayed speed limit while the restriction applies.

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21. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Stop and give way.
Stop and give way to cyclists.
Stop and give way to traffic from the right.
Entry prohibited.

This traffic sign means stop and give way. You must come to a complete stop before entering the intersection and give way to traffic that has priority. Proceed only when it is safe.

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22. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a residential area.
Start of a built-up area.
✓ Start of a speed limit.
Start of a minimum speed.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a speed limit. The displayed value is the maximum permitted speed from this point. The limit remains in force until it ends or is replaced according to the applicable traffic signs and local rules.

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23. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ End of no-parking zone.
End of the built-up area.
Road with one-way traffic.
End of the zone with speed limit.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the no-parking zone. The zonal parking prohibition ends at this point. Other parking restrictions or conditions may still apply.

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24. What does this traffic sign mean?

Trucks wider than indicated prohibited.
Trucks higher than indicated prohibited.
✓ Trucks with trailer heavier than indicated prohibited.
Trucks longer than indicated prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that trucks with a trailer heavier than indicated are prohibited. Truck-and-trailer combinations covered by the sign may not continue if they exceed the displayed mass limit. The legally relevant mass is determined by the applicable local rules.

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25. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for traffic lights ahead.
Warning for a movable bridge.
Crossing for pedestrians.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for traffic lights ahead. Traffic signals are located ahead and may not be visible early enough without advance warning. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop if the signal requires it.

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26. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Crossroad shape.
Start of a priority road.
Junction layout, directions and destinations.
Route to be followed in order to turn left.

This traffic sign shows the shape or layout of an upcoming junction. The diagram indicates how the approaching road and connecting roads are arranged.

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27. What does this traffic sign mean?

Entry prohibited.
Road open (with restrictions).
Dead end street.
✓ Detour for vehicles that are not allowed to pass.

This traffic sign indicates a detour for vehicles that cannot continue on the normal route. Vehicles affected by the relevant restriction should follow the indicated alternative route.

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28. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a slippery road surface.
Warning for snow.
✓ Warning for skiers.
Skiers prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for skiers. Skiers may cross or move close to the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully for people entering the roadway and be prepared to stop.

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29. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mopeds prohibited.
Motorcycles prohibited.
Warning for motorcycles.
Cyclists and mopeds prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that mopeds are prohibited. Moped riders may not enter or continue beyond the sign. The affected moped categories depend on the applicable local rules. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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30. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for pedestrians.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
✓ Crossing for pedestrians.
Mandatory path for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates a crossing for pedestrians. It marks a designated place where pedestrians cross the road. Priority and crossing rules depend on the applicable traffic signs, signals and local regulations.

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31. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for pedestrians.
✓ Start of a zone for pedestrians.
End of the zone for pedestrians.
Start of a residential area.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a pedestrian zone. Pedestrians are the principal road users within the zone, while access by vehicles and other road users is subject to the applicable traffic signs and local rules.

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32. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a soft verge.
Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.
Warning for heavy crosswind.
✓ Warning for falling rocks.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for falling rocks. Rocks or stones may fall from nearby slopes or may already be lying on the road. Reduce speed, scan the road ahead and be prepared to avoid or stop for fallen material.

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33. What does this traffic sign mean?

Aircraft prohibited.
Warning for heavy crosswind.
✓ Warning for low-flying aircraft.
Driving straight ahead mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for low-flying aircraft. Aircraft may pass over the road at low altitude and can create sudden noise or visual distraction. Keep your attention on the road and maintain control of the vehicle.

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34. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a steep ascent.
✓ Warning for a steep descent.
End of the tunnel.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep descent. A steep downhill gradient lies ahead and the vehicle may gain speed quickly. Reduce speed before the descent, select a suitable gear and use engine braking where appropriate. Allow extra distance for heavy or towing vehicles.

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35. What does this traffic sign mean?

Driving straight ahead or turning left mandatory.
Turning right prohibited.
✓ Driving straight ahead or turning right mandatory.
Turning right mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must continue straight ahead or turn right. One of the indicated directions must be followed; turning left is prohibited.

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36. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a double curve, first left then right.
Warning for traffic jams.
✓ Warning for a double curve, first right then left.
Warning for a curve to the right.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the right. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.

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37. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a quayside or riverbank.
Warning for a movable bridge.
Warning for heavy crosswind.
Warning for a slippery road surface.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a quayside or riverbank. The road approaches or runs close to an edge beside water, where a vehicle could leave the roadway and enter the water. Reduce speed, identify the road edge carefully and take extra care in darkness or poor visibility.

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38. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the zone with speed limit.
End of the motorway.
End of the residential area.
✓ End of the built-up area.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the built-up area. The traffic rules specifically associated with the built-up area cease to apply from this point according to the applicable local regulations.

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39. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Buses prohibited.
Warning for buses.
Trucks prohibited.
Mandatory lane for buses.

This traffic sign indicates that buses are prohibited. Buses covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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40. What does this traffic sign mean?

Trucks prohibited.
Overtaking prohibited.
✓ Tractors prohibited.
Warning for tractors.

This traffic sign indicates that tractors are prohibited. Tractors covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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41. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a movable bridge.
Trucks and buses prohibited.
Parking and stopping prohibited.
✓ Warning for a steep ascent.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep ascent. A steep uphill gradient lies ahead and may cause heavy or low-powered vehicles to lose speed. Select a suitable gear, maintain a safe following distance and be prepared for slower traffic.

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42. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.
Vehicles wider than indicated prohibited.
Trucks prohibited.
✓ Vehicles exceeding the axle-load limit prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that vehicles exceeding the indicated axle-load limit are prohibited. A vehicle whose load on an axle exceeds the displayed limit may not continue beyond the sign.

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43. What does this traffic sign mean?

Parking prohibited.
Warning for trailers.
✓ Trailers prohibited.
Trucks prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that trailers are prohibited. Vehicles towing trailers covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Vehicles without a trailer may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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44. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a speed limit.
End of the residential area.
✓ End of the speed limit.
End of the built-up area.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the previously indicated speed limit. From this point, follow any newly posted limit or the applicable default speed rules for the road and vehicle category.

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45. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of local restrictions.
Give way.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
✓ End of the priority road.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the priority road. The road no longer has continuing priority at subsequent intersections. Follow the applicable traffic lights, priority signs and default priority rules.

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46. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Overview of the lanes and their direction.
Overview of temporary lanes.
End of a lane.
Start of a new lane.

This traffic sign gives an overview of the lanes and their direction. The arrows or other indications show how the lanes continue and which directions or destinations they serve.

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47. What does this traffic sign mean?

Cars prohibited.
Overtaking prohibited.
Dead end street.
✓ End of the overtaking prohibition.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the overtaking prohibition. The preceding overtaking restriction ends at this point. Overtaking remains subject to the applicable traffic rules and any other restrictions.

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48. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the motorway.
✓ End of the expressway.
Start of an expressway.
End of the built-up area.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the expressway. The special traffic rules associated with the expressway end at this point. Follow the rules and traffic signs that apply to the road ahead.

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49. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles carrying water-polluting substances prohibited.
Trucks prohibited.
Start of a motorway.
✓ Vehicles carrying dangerous goods prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that vehicles carrying dangerous goods are prohibited. Vehicles carrying the dangerous goods covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it.

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50. What does this traffic sign mean?

Cars, trucks and buses prohibited.
✓ Mandatory divided pedestrian and cycle path.
Crossing for pedestrians and cyclists.
Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory divided path for pedestrians and cyclists. Pedestrians and cyclists must use the section designated for them. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.