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63. Location marker
A location marker is a roadside reference showing a measured position along a road. It normally identifies a kilometre, mile or smaller interval measured from an established starting point on that route.
Kilometre and hectometre markers help road users, emergency services, road authorities and maintenance crews identify an exact section of road. They do not impose a speed limit, priority rule or access restriction.
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What does a roadside location marker tell you in France?
French roadside markers can identify the road and a point de repère (PR) or other reference position. They help locate a position on the route; they are different from signs giving the distance to a town. A reference-point number should not automatically be read as an exact kilometre distance.
🔗 equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • French road-sign order, Article 5-8, signs EB10 and EB20
🔗 service-public.gouv.fr • French public service portal, motorway breakdown recovery
How can a location marker help in an emergency in France?
If you can see a marker safely, give the emergency operator the route number or road name, travel direction and marker reading. Additional landmarks, exits and GPS position can help. Do not leave a safe place or enter traffic to read a post.
🔗 equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • French road-sign order, Article 5-8, signs EB10 and EB20
🔗 service-public.gouv.fr • French public service portal, motorway breakdown recovery
Does a location marker set a speed limit or permit stopping in France?
No. A location marker is for orientation and road management; it does not itself set a speed limit, change priority or permit parking. Follow the actual traffic signs and stop only where the law and safety allow.
🔗 equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • French road-sign order, Article 5-8, signs EB10 and EB20
🔗 service-public.gouv.fr • French public service portal, motorway breakdown recovery

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