BridgeItaly

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Italy. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.


1. Bridge

A bridge is a structure that carries a road, path or railway over an obstacle such as a river, valley, railway line or another road. A road bridge may carry one or more roadways together with pedestrian or cycling facilities.

Drivers should follow any speed, weight, height, width or vehicle-access restrictions applying to the bridge. Particular care may be necessary on narrow, exposed or movable bridges and when weather conditions such as wind, rain or ice affect the road surface.

What should I check before crossing a bridge in Italy?

Check the applicable weight, axle-load, width and height restrictions before committing to the crossing. Include the load, trailer and roof equipment when relevant. A bridge warning and a vehicle restriction serve different purposes; comply with both.

🔗 aci.gov.it • Italy, Road Code — articles 38–39, 141–142, 153, 157–158, 175–176

🔗 aci.gov.it • ACI official Road Code — article 141

🔗 aci.gov.it • ACI official Road Code — article 38

Who goes first on a narrow bridge in Italy?

Follow any traffic lights, give-way controls or signs allocating priority over oncoming traffic. Do not force your way onto a bridge that cannot accommodate both directions safely. A bridge warning alone does not give your direction priority.

🔗 aci.gov.it • Italy, Road Code — articles 38–39, 141–142, 153, 157–158, 175–176

🔗 aci.gov.it • ACI official Road Code — article 141

🔗 aci.gov.it • ACI official Road Code — article 38

May I stop or park on a bridge in Italy?

Apply the Road Code’s stopping and parking prohibitions and local signs. Parking on or near a narrow section must not obstruct traffic; do not assume a bridge parapet or a wide-looking edge is a parking bay.

🔗 aci.gov.it • Italy, Road Code — articles 38–39, 141–142, 153, 157–158, 175–176

🔗 aci.gov.it • ACI official Road Code — article 141

🔗 aci.gov.it • ACI official Road Code — article 38