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Traffic signs

Traffic rules

France

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1. What does this traffic sign mean?

Direction to the motorway.

✓ Signpost with distance to location.

General information about the directions.

Signpost to ring road.

This traffic sign indicates the direction and remaining distance to the named destination.

English • Traffic sign D21a • Direction sign with distances. Example shown: L’Oie in 5 km and Montaigu in 30 km, to the right.

Français • Panneau D21a • Indication d’une direction comportant une indication de distance. Exemple représenté : L’Oie à 5 km et Montaigu à 30 km, vers la droite.

Sources

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🔗 Legifrance.gouv.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 • article 5-3 Source : Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • SVG original non modifié.

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2. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Advisory speed limit.

End of the advisory speed limit.

National speed limits.

Start of a speed limit.

This traffic sign indicates an advisory speed. The displayed value recommends an appropriate speed for the road or conditions ahead. Its legal effect depends on the applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign C4a • Recommended speed. This sign indicates the advised speed where conditions permit and no lower limit applies to the vehicle category. Drivers must remain in control of their speed in all circumstances, in accordance with article R. 413-17 of the Highway Code.

Français • Panneau C4a • Vitesse conseillée. Ce panneau indique la vitesse à laquelle il est conseillé de circuler si les circonstances le permettent et si l'usager n'est pas tenu de respecter une vitesse inférieure spécifique à la catégorie de véhicule qu'il conduit. En toutes circonstances, l'usager doit rester maître de sa vitesse, conformément à l'article R. 413-17 du code de la route.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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3. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ End of mandatory path for pedestrians.

Pedestrians prohibited.

Start of a motorway.

Warning for children.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory path for pedestrians. The requirement associated with the designated path ends at this point. Pedestrians must continue according to the subsequent path or road layout and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign B41 • End of compulsory footpath.

Français • Panneau B41 • Fin de chemin obligatoire pour piétons.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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4. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Priority at the junction.

Start of a priority road.

Turning left prohibited.

Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

This traffic sign indicates that you have priority at the next intersection. A side road joins from the left, and traffic entering from that side road must give way.

English • Traffic sign AB2 • Junction with a road whose users must give way, where sign AB 6 cannot be used.

Français • Panneau AB2 • Intersection avec une route dont les usagers doivent céder le passage dans le cas où un panneau AB 6 ne peut être utilisé.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2013-07-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

5. What does this traffic sign mean?

Advisory speed limit.

✓ National speed limits.

Start of a speed limit.

Mandatory minimum speed.

This traffic sign indicates the national speed limits. The applicable default maximum speeds depend on the road type, vehicle category and local traffic rules when no different speed limit is indicated.

English • Traffic sign C25a • Speed limits applying in France, displayed at the border.

Français • Panneau C25a • Indication aux frontières des limites de vitesse sur le territoire français.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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6. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.

✓ Vehicles exceeding the axle-load limit prohibited.

Trucks prohibited.

Vehicles wider than indicated 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.

English • Traffic sign B13a • No vehicles with an axle load exceeding the indicated value.

Français • Panneau B13a • Accès interdit aux véhicules pesant sur un essieu plus que le nombre indiqué.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2009-04-24. Wikimedia original unmodified.

7. What does this traffic sign mean?

Passing right mandatory.

✓ Turning right mandatory.

Warning for a curve to the left.

Turning left mandatory.

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.

English • Traffic sign B21c1 • Compulsory direction at the next junction: right.

Français • Panneau B21c1 • Direction obligatoire à la prochaine intersection : à droite.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2013-01-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.

8. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a quayside or riverbank.

Warning for a soft verge.

✓ Warning for falling rocks.

Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.

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.

English • Traffic sign A19 • Risk of falling rocks or fallen rocks on the road.

Français • Panneau A19 • Risque de chute de pierres ou de présence sur la route de pierres tombées.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex_45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2013-07-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

9. What does this traffic sign mean?

Caravan site.

Trucks and trailers prohibited.

✓ Camping and caravan site.

Youth hostel.

This traffic sign indicates a camping and caravan site. The designated area provides accommodation for people staying in tents or caravans.

English • Traffic sign CE4c • Campsite for tents, caravans and motorhomes.

Français • Panneau CE4c • Terrain de camping pour tentes, caravanes et autocaravanes.

Sources

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🔗 Legifrance.gouv.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 • article 5 Source : Gouvernement français ; vectorisation : Roulex 45 • Domaine public • SVG original non modifié.

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10. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Telephone.

Information point.

Emergency telephone.

First aid.

This traffic sign indicates the location of a telephone available for public use.

English • Traffic sign CE2b • Public telephone booth.

Français • Panneau CE2b • Cabine téléphonique publique.

Sources

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Original: Gouvernement français Vector: Roulex 45 • Public domain • Source revision 2012-10-20. Wikimedia original unmodified.

11. What does this traffic sign mean?

Information about the directions of the roundabout.

✓ Junction directions and destinations.

Detour directions at the intersection.

Information about the next exit.

This traffic sign shows the junction directions and destinations. The destinations are listed with arrows showing which direction to follow.

English • Traffic sign D43 • Advance direction sign for a junction. Example shown: L’Oie and Montaigu to the right.

Français • Panneau D43 • Présignalisation courante de carrefour. Exemple représenté : L’Oie et Montaigu vers la droite.

Sources

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🔗 Legifrance.gouv.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 • article 5-3 Source : Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • SVG original non modifié.

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2025-09-11. Wikimedia original unmodified.

12. What does this traffic sign mean?

Trucks and buses prohibited.

✓ Mopeds, motorcycles and cars prohibited.

Mandatory path for pedestrians and cyclists.

Motorcycles prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that mopeds, motorcycles and cars are prohibited. Mopeds, motorcycles and cars may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

English • Traffic sign B7b • No motor vehicles.

Français • Panneau B7b • Accès interdit à tous les véhicules à moteur.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2019-10-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.

13. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning left prohibited.

Turning right mandatory.

✓ Warning for a curve to the right.

Warning for a curve to the left.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the right. A right-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

English • Traffic sign A1a • Right-hand bend.

Français • Panneau A1a • Virage à droite.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2013-07-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

14. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Horsecarts prohibited.

Mandatory path for equestrians.

Handcarts prohibited.

Warning for equestrians.

This traffic sign indicates that horsecarts are prohibited. Horse-drawn vehicles may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

English • Traffic sign B9c • No animal-drawn vehicles.

Français • Panneau B9c • Accès interdit aux véhicules à traction animale.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2009-04-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.

15. What does this traffic sign mean?

Cyclists prohibited.

Crossing for cyclists.

✓ Warning for cyclists.

Mandatory path for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cyclists. Cyclists may be riding along or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully for cyclists and maintain the passing distance required by the applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign A21 • Cyclists emerging from the right or left.

Français • Panneau A21 • Débouché de cyclistes venant de droite ou de gauche.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex_45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2023-08-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.

16. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Start of a zone with speed limit.

Start of an advisory speed limit.

Start of a residential area.

Start of a zone for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a zone with a speed limit. The displayed speed limit applies throughout the zone according to the applicable zonal rules, until the zone is ended or another rule replaces it.

English • Traffic sign B30 • Beginning of a 30 km/h zone.

Français • Panneau B30 • Entrée d’une zone à vitesse limitée à 30 km/h.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2024-10-06. Wikimedia original unmodified.

17. What does this traffic sign mean?

Passing left prohibited.

Passing right mandatory.

✓ Pass obstacle on the left.

Turning left prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the left. Keep to the left of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.

English • Traffic sign B21a2 • Pass on the left.

Français • Panneau B21a2 • Contournement obligatoire par la gauche.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2013-01-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.

18. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the priority road.

End of the overtaking prohibition.

Parking only allowed for the disabled.

✓ End of limited-time parking zone.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the zone with limited parking time. The zonal parking-time restriction ends at this point. Other parking conditions or restrictions may still apply.

English • Traffic sign B50c • End of a limited-duration parking zone controlled by parking discs.

Français • Panneau B50c • Sortie de zone à stationnement de durée limitée, avec contrôle par disque.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 Source : Roulex 45 • Domaine public • SVG original non modifié.

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19. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for pedestrians.

Start of a residential area.

Start of a zone for cyclists.

✓ Start of a zone for pedestrians.

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.

English • Traffic sign B54 • Beginning of a pedestrian area.

Français • Panneau B54 • Entrée d'aire piétonne.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 Source : Roulex 45 • Domaine public • SVG original non modifié.

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20. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a quayside or riverbank.

Warning for heavy crosswind.

Cars prohibited.

✓ Warning for accidents.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for accidents. It warns drivers of an accident hazard or an accident affecting the road ahead. Reduce speed, increase your following distance and be prepared for stopped traffic, emergency services or an obstruction.

English • Traffic sign AK31 • Accident ahead. This sign warns of an accident further along the road, rather than a general risk of accidents.

Français • Panneau AK31 • Annonce d’un accident. Ce panneau annonce un accident en aval, pas simplement un risque général d’accident.

Sources

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🔗 Legifrance.gouv.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 • article 9 Source : Naturals • CC BY-SA 3.0 • SVG original non modifié.

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21. What does this traffic sign mean?

Picnic site.

Restaurant.

✓ Café.

Hotel.

This traffic sign indicates a café. A café is a place where drinks and light refreshments are served, and may also offer simple meals.

English • Traffic sign CE18 • Drinks or light refreshments available 7 days a week.

Français • Panneau CE18 • Débit de boissons ou établissement proposant des collations sommaires ouvert 7 jours sur 7.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 Source : Gouvernement français et Roulex 45 • Domaine public • SVG original non modifié.

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Original: Gouvernement français Vector: Roulex 45 • Public domain • Source revision 2012-10-20. Wikimedia original unmodified.

22. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning right prohibited.

Passing left mandatory.

✓ Pass obstacle on the right.

Turning right mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the right. Keep to the right of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.

English • Traffic sign B21a1 • Pass on the right.

Français • Panneau B21a1 • Contournement obligatoire par la droite.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2013-01-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.

23. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory lane for trams.

Warning for a railway crossing.

Trams prohibited.

✓ Warning for trams.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for trams. Tram tracks cross or run along the road ahead, and trams may enter the traffic path. Reduce speed, watch carefully for approaching trams and follow the applicable traffic signals, priority signs and local rules.

English • Traffic sign A9b • Tram track crossing.

Français • Panneau A9b • Traversée de voie de tramway.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex_45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2013-07-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

24. What does this traffic sign mean?

Parking prohibited.

Motor vehicles prohibited.

✓ Access prohibited in both directions.

No entry.

This traffic sign indicates that drivers may not enter the road from either direction.

English • Traffic sign B0 • No vehicles in either direction.

Français • Panneau B0 • Circulation interdite à tout véhicule dans les deux sens.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2009-04-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.

25. What does this traffic sign mean?

Tourist information.

✓ Traffic information radio.

Emergency telephone.

Information point.

This traffic sign indicates a radio frequency providing information for road users. Tune to the frequency shown to receive the available traffic or travel information.

English • Traffic sign CE22 • Broadcast frequency of a radio station dedicated to traffic and road-condition information.

Français • Panneau CE22 • Fréquence d'émission d'une station de radiodiffusion dédiée aux informations sur la circulation routière et l'état des routes.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 Source : Gouvernement français et Roulex 45 • Domaine public • SVG original non modifié.

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Original: Gouvernement français Vector: Roulex 45 • Public domain • Source revision 2013-06-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.

26. What does this traffic sign mean?

Snow chains mandatory.

Studded tyres prohibited.

✓ Snow chains and winter tyres zone.

End of zone for snow chains and winter tyres.

This traffic sign indicates a snow chains and winter tyres zone. Requirements concerning winter tyres, snow chains or other winter equipment apply within the zone according to the signs and local rules.

English • Traffic sign B58 • Beginning of a zone requiring winter equipment during the winter period.

Français • Panneau B58 • Entrée de zone d'obligation d'équipements en période hivernale.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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27. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Turning left prohibited.

Turning right prohibited.

Turning left mandatory.

Warning for a curve to the left.

This traffic sign indicates that turning left is prohibited. A left turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

English • Traffic sign B2a • No left turn at the next junction.

Français • Panneau B2a • Interdiction de tourner à gauche à la prochaine intersection.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2019-10-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.

28. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory right.

Driving straight ahead prohibited.

Turning right prohibited.

Mandatory left.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory direction to the right. Traffic must proceed to the right at the sign and may not continue straight ahead or to the left.

English • Traffic sign B21-1 • Turn right before the sign.

Français • Panneau B21-1 • Obligation de tourner à droite avant le panneau.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2013-01-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.

29. What does this traffic sign mean?

Dead end street.

Warning for a soft verge.

✓ Warning for sheep on the road.

Prohibited access for animals.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for sheep. Sheep may be grazing beside the road, crossing it or moving along it, sometimes in groups. Reduce speed, remain alert and be prepared to stop without startling the animals.

English • Traffic sign A15a2 • Domestic animals crossing.

Français • Panneau A15a2 • Passage d'animaux domestiques.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 3.0 • Source revision 2013-07-05. Wikimedia original unmodified.

30. What does this traffic sign mean?

Restaurant.

Youth hostel.

Café.

✓ Hotel.

This traffic sign indicates a hotel. A hotel provides overnight accommodation in individual rooms and may offer additional services such as reception, meals or other guest facilities.

English • Traffic sign CE17 • Hotel or motel open 7 days a week.

Français • Panneau CE17 • Hôtel ou motel ouvert 7 jours sur 7.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 Source : Gouvernement français et Roulex 45 • Domaine public • SVG original non modifié.

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Original: Gouvernement français Vector: Roulex 45 • Public domain • Source revision 2012-10-20. Wikimedia original unmodified.

31. What does this traffic sign mean?

Pedestrians prohibited.

End of the residential area.

End of mandatory path for pedestrians.

✓ End of the zone for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the pedestrian zone. The special traffic rules associated with the pedestrian zone end at this point. Follow the traffic signs and rules that apply beyond the zone.

English • Traffic sign B55 • End of a pedestrian area.

Français • Panneau B55 • Sortie d'aire piétonne.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 Source : Roulex 45 • Domaine public • SVG original non modifié.

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Roulex 45 self-made from source above • Public domain • Source revision 2019-10-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.

32. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for tractors.

Overtaking prohibited.

✓ Tractors prohibited.

Mandatory lane 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.

English • Traffic sign B9d • No motorised agricultural vehicles.

Français • Panneau B9d • Accès interdit aux véhicules agricoles à moteur.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2009-04-25. Wikimedia original unmodified.

33. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning left or right prohibited.

✓ Turning left or right mandatory.

Driving straight ahead mandatory.

Passing left or right mandatory.

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

English • Traffic sign B21e • Compulsory directions at the next junction: right or left.

Français • Panneau B21e • Directions obligatoires à la prochaine intersection : à droite ou à gauche.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2013-01-23. Wikimedia original unmodified.

34. What does this traffic sign mean?

First aid.

Information point.

Public toilet.

✓ Services for the disabled.

This traffic sign indicates services or facilities for people with disabilities. Accessible facilities or assistance are available at or near the indicated location.

English • Traffic sign CE14 • Facilities accessible to disabled people with reduced mobility.

Français • Panneau CE14 • Installations accessibles aux personnes handicapées à mobilité réduite.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967 Source : Gouvernement français et Roulex 45 • Domaine public • SVG original non modifié.

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Gouvernement français, Roulex 45 self-made from source above • Public domain • Source revision 2012-10-20. Wikimedia original unmodified.

35. What does this traffic sign mean?

Cyclists prohibited.

Start of an expressway.

Start of a motorway.

✓ End of mandatory path for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory path for cyclists. The requirement associated with the designated path ends at this point. Cyclists must continue according to the road layout, other traffic signs and applicable local rules.

English • Traffic sign B40 • End of compulsory cycle track or lane.

Français • Panneau B40 • Fin de piste ou bande obligatoire pour cycle.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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Roulex 45 • CC BY-SA 4.0 • Source revision 2019-10-04. Wikimedia original unmodified.

36. What does this traffic sign mean?

Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.

Vehicles heavier than indicated prohibited.

✓ Vehicles higher than indicated prohibited.

Vehicles wider 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.

English • Traffic sign B12 • No vehicles higher than indicated, including their load.

Français • Panneau B12 • Accès interdit aux véhicules dont la hauteur, chargement compris, est supérieure au nombre indiqué.

Sources

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🔗 Equipementsdelaroute.cerema.fr • Arrêté du 24 novembre 1967

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37. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning right mandatory.

✓ Turning left mandatory.

Turning left prohibited.

Warning for a curve to the left.

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

English • Traffic sign B21c2 • Compulsory direction at the next junction: left.

Français • Panneau B21c2 • Direction obligatoire à la prochaine intersection : à gauche.

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38. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mopeds prohibited.

Mandatory path for motorcycles.

✓ Motorcycles prohibited.

Warning for mopeds.

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

English • Traffic sign B9h • No motorcycles or light motorcycles within the meaning of article R. 311-1 of the Highway Code.

Français • Panneau B9h • Accès interdit aux motocyclettes et motocyclettes légères, au sens de l’article R. 311-1 du code de la route.

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39. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the expressway.

Start of a built-up area.

✓ Start of an expressway.

Start of a residential area.

This traffic sign indicates the start of an expressway. From this point, the traffic rules and access conditions that apply to expressways take effect according to the applicable local regulations.

English • Traffic sign C107 • Road with regulated access.

Français • Panneau C107 • Route à accès réglementé.

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40. What does this traffic sign mean?

Park and ride.

Direction to a railway station.

✓ Motorail service.

Car ferry.

This traffic sign indicates a motorail service. Motorail is a railway service that transports motor vehicles by train, sometimes together with their passengers.

English • Traffic sign CE8 • Motorail terminal.

Français • Panneau CE8 • Gare auto/ train.

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41. What does this traffic sign mean?

Driving straight ahead mandatory.

Road with one-way traffic.

Parking prohibited.

✓ No entry.

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

English • Traffic sign B1 • No entry for any vehicle.

Français • Panneau B1 • Sens interdit à tout véhicule.

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42. What does this traffic sign mean?

No entry.

Access prohibited.

✓ The road is closed.

Road open (with restrictions).

This traffic sign indicates that the road is closed. Traffic covered by the closure may not continue beyond the indicated point. Follow any signs showing permitted access or an alternative route.

English • Traffic sign C14 • Advance information on whether a section of road is passable.

Français • Panneau C14 • Présignalisation de la praticabilité d'une section de route.

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43. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a slippery road surface.

Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.

Warning for accidents.

Warning for a double curve, first left then right.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a slippery road surface. The road ahead may provide reduced tyre grip because of water, ice, mud, oil or another surface condition. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

English • Traffic sign A4 • Particularly slippery carriageway.

Français • Panneau A4 • Chaussée particulièrement glissante.

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44. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a railway crossing without barriers.

Entry prohibited.

Warning for a railway crossing with barriers.

Warning for trams.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing without barriers. It alerts drivers to an upcoming level crossing where railway tracks cross the road and no barriers or gates are present to stop traffic. Drivers should slow down and look both ways for trains.

English • Traffic sign A8 • Level crossing without barriers or half-barriers.

Français • Panneau A8 • Passage à niveau sans barrière ni demi-barrière.

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45. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for a steep descent.

Pedestrians and cyclists prohibited.

End of the tunnel.

Warning for a steep ascent.

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.

English • Traffic sign A16 • Dangerous descent.

Français • Panneau A16 • Descente dangereuse.

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46. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a zone with speed limit.

✓ Zone with a limited parking time.

Start of a zone for pedestrians.

Park and ride zone.

This traffic sign indicates a zone with a limited parking time. Parking is permitted only for the maximum duration indicated or prescribed by the applicable local rules. A parking disc or another method of recording the parking time may be required.

English • Traffic sign B6b3 • Beginning of a limited-duration parking zone controlled by parking discs.

Français • Panneau B6b3 • Entrée d'une zone à stationnement de durée limitée, avec contrôle par disque.

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47. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory path for equestrians.

Equestrians prohibited.

Warning for equestrians.

Cars prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for equestrians. Equestrians must use the designated path where the sign applies. Other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

English • Traffic sign B22c • Compulsory bridleway reserved for horse riders.

Français • Panneau B22c • Chemin obligatoire pour cavaliers et réservée aux cavaliers.

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48. What does this traffic sign mean?

Hydrogen station.

Petrol station with LPG.

Petrol station with CNG.

✓ Petrol station.

This traffic sign indicates a petrol station. Fuel for motor vehicles is available at the indicated location. The available fuel types may be shown on the sign or accompanying information.

English • Traffic sign CE15a • Fuel station open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.

Français • Panneau CE15a • Poste de distribution de carburant ouvert 7 jours sur 7 et 24 heures sur 24.

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49. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of an advisory speed limit.

Warning for a weight restriction.

Vehicles longer than indicated prohibited.

✓ Start of a minimum speed.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a minimum speed. Road users covered by the sign must travel at or above the indicated speed when conditions allow. Driving more slowly may still be necessary because of traffic, weather, road conditions or another safety-related reason.

English • Traffic sign B25 • Compulsory minimum speed.

Français • Panneau B25 • Vitesse minimale obligatoire.

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50. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the two-way traffic.

End of mandatory truck lane.

✓ End of the overtaking prohibition for trucks.

Overtaking 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.

English • Traffic sign B34a • End of the overtaking prohibition imposed by sign B 3 a.

Français • Panneau B34a • Fin d'interdiction de dépasser notifiée par le panneau B 3 a.

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