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Traffic signs

Traffic rules

1 National speed 2 Motorway 3 Expressway 4 Residential area 5 Built-up area 6 Zone 7 Speed limit 8 Minimum speed 9 Advisory speed 10 Footpath 11 Bike path 12 Pedestrian warning 13 Tunnel 14 Bridge 15 Cyclist street 16 Pedestrian zone 17 Speed bump 18 Toll road 19 Customs 20 One-way traffic 21 Quay 22 Slope 23 Bus lane 24 Bus stop 25 Dead end 26 Stop sign 27 Give way 28 Roundabout 29 Priority road 30 Road narrowing 31 Priority over oncoming traffic 32 Give way to oncoming traffic 33 Pedestrian crossing 34 Railroad crossing 35 Mandatory direction 36 Turn prohibition 37 School-area 38 Overtaking 39 Crossing animals 40 Slippery road 41 Loose chippings 42 Rockfall 43 Aircraft 44 Curve 45 Double curve 46 Chevron 47 Wrong-way driving 48 Roadworks 49 Crosswind 50 Height limit 51 Width limit 52 Length limit 53 Weight limit 54 Radar speed sign 55 Selective barriers 56 Low-emission zone 57 Main road 58 Traffic lights 59 Traffic lights warning 60 Pedestrian lights 61 Roadmarks 62 Crossroad shape 63 Bike box 64 Speed feedback 65 Driving license 66 Location marker 67 Road number 68 Countdown markers 69 Public toilet 70 Rest area 71 Traffic mirror 72 Emergency telephone 73 International border 74 Cycling route 75 De-restriction 76 Parking 77 No parking 78 No stopping 79 Parallel parking 80 No vehicles 81 Alternate-side parking 82 Parking meter 83 Parking disc 84 Disabled parking 85 Merging 86 Traffic management 87 U-turn 88 Carpool 89 Traffic jam 90 Uncontrolled crossroad 91 Road surface 92 Ring road 93 Exit 94 Information point 95 Equestrian 96 Provisional license 97 Hazardous cargo 98 Emergency exit 99 Runaway truck ramp 100 Radio service ...

1. National speed

National speed limits are the default maximum speeds set by law for different types of roads when no specific speed limit signs are present. They vary depending on the road type, vehicle category, and country, and drivers must know and apply them automatically.

Speed must always be adapted to conditions (weather, traffic, visibility).
Lower limits may apply for specific vehicles (e.g. trucks).

A sign indicating the general speed limits of France. (Pas de Morgins, France) © Wikimedia.org/Marc Mongenet, CC BY-SA

2. Motorway

A motorway is a high-speed road designed for long-distance travel, with controlled access and no intersections or pedestrian traffic.

High speed limits (often 100–130 km/h or 60–80 mph).
Multiple lanes in each direction.
No traffic lights or stop signs.
No pedestrians, bicycles, or slow vehicles allowed.
Entry and exit only through on-ramps and off-ramps.
Often separated by a barrier or median.
Different Names in Different Places:
- Motorway – UK, Ireland, parts of Europe.
- Freeway – USA (West Coast), Australia.
- Expressway – Canada, some parts of Asia.
- Interstate – USA (Interstate Highway System).
- Autobahn – Germany (some sections have no speed limit).

3. Expressway

An expressway is a high-speed road specifically engineered to handle large volumes of traffic safely and efficiently over longer distances, with controlled access that limits where vehicles can enter or leave the road. Unlike regular roads, an expressway has no direct intersections, traffic lights, or pedestrian crossings, allowing traffic to flow continuously without interruption. It typically features multiple lanes in each direction, separated by a median or physical barrier to prevent head-on collisions.

4. Residential area

A residential area is a part of a town or city where people live. It’s mostly made up of homes, apartments, and housing complexes, rather than businesses or factories. These areas are designed for safety and quiet living. Speeding or reckless driving here is especially dangerous and often carries higher penalties.

Lower speed limits (often 20–40 km/h or 15–25 mph).
Be alert for:
- Kids running into the street.
- People crossing the road.
- Parked cars reducing visibility.

5. Built-up area

A built-up area is a place where there are lots of buildings, people, and activity — basically, any area that looks and feels like a town or city.

Lower speed limits usually apply (e.g. 30–50 km/h or 20–30 mph).
You’ll see more pedestrians, cyclists, and parked cars.
Need to be extra careful at crossings, junctions, and near schools.

Begin of a built-up area. (Aisonville-et-Bernoville, France) © Wikimedia.org/Havang, CC0

6. Zone

A zone refers to an area on the road where certain traffic laws or restrictions apply. Ignoring zone rules can lead to fines, points, or even accidents

Speed Zone – has a specific speed limit.
School Zone – reduced speed when near a school.
Parking Zone – controls where and how long you can park.
Residential Zone – lower speed, watch for children.
Low Emission Zone – limits access for polluting vehicles.

7. Speed limit

A speed limit is the maximum speed you are legally allowed to drive on a road. It helps keep drivers, passengers, and pedestrians safe by reducing the risk of accidents. Always adjust your speed for weather, traffic, and road conditions — even if you're below the speed limit!

Helps prevent accidents.
Gives drivers more time to react.
Keeps traffic flowing smoothly.
Protects people in areas like school zones or construction sites.

8. Minimum speed

A minimum speed is the slowest speed you're legally allowed to drive on certain roads — especially highways or expressways. Driving Below the Minimum Speed Can be dangerous, especially if cars behind you are moving much faster. It may result in a ticket or fine unless you have a valid reason (like bad weather or mechanical issues).

Keep traffic flowing smoothly.
Prevent slow drivers from causing traffic jams or accidents.
Make sure vehicles don’t block faster-moving traffic.
Not all roads have minimum speed limits.
In poor conditions (rain, fog, snow), you should always slow down—even below the minimum—if it's safer to do so.

9. Advisory speed

An advisory speed is a recommended safe speed, not a legal limit. An advisory speed tells drivers what speed is safe to drive in special conditions, like: sharp curves, steep hills, exit ramps, construction zones, slippery roads. It's meant to warn you, not enforce a law.

Not legally required, but strongly recommended.
Driving faster than the advisory speed can be dangerous.
Ignoring it can still lead to accidents or charges (like reckless driving).

10. Footpath

A footpath (or sidewalk) is a designated path for pedestrians, usually alongside a road. Traffic rules for footpaths ensure the safety of pedestrians and maintain order in urban areas.

No driving or parking on footpaths – Vehicles are not allowed to obstruct pedestrian paths.
No riding bicycles or motorcycles (unless marked as a shared path).
Give way to pedestrians at crossings – Always stop or slow down near footpath exits.
Use the footpath only for walking – Do not walk on the road unless necessary.
Keep to the left/right (depending on local rules) to allow smooth pedestrian flow.
Do not block the path – Avoid standing in groups that obstruct others.

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