Traffic signsItaly

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.

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Prohibitory signs

Mandatory signs

Information signs

Additional signs

Traffic signs

A traffic sign is a standardised visual symbol placed along roads to guide, warn, or regulate drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. These signs provide essential information about road conditions, rules, directions, and potential hazards, helping to ensure safety and smooth traffic flow. They come in various shapes and colours—such as triangular warning signs, circular prohibitory or mandatory signs, and rectangular information signs—each designed for quick recognition and clear understanding.

151. Public holidays during the time shown

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies on public holidays during the time shown.

Public holidays during the time shown.

152. Street cleaning on the date and time shown

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign applies for street cleaning on the date and during the time shown.

Street cleaning on the date and time shown.

153. Steep ascent

This supplementary sign indicates that the main traffic sign relates to a steep ascent.

Steep ascent.

154. Narrow roadway

This supplementary sign warns that the roadway ahead is narrow.

Narrow roadway.

155. Queues

This supplementary sign warns that queues or slow-moving traffic may be encountered ahead.

Queues.

156. Accident risk

This supplementary sign warns of an increased risk of accidents on the road section concerned.

Accident risk.

157. Line painting

This supplementary sign warns that road markings are being painted or renewed ahead.

Line painting.

158. Mandatory exit

This supplementary sign indicates that drivers must take the indicated exit and may not continue along the current route.

Mandatory exit.

159. Ice

This supplementary sign warns that the road surface may be icy.

Ice.

160. Snowplough

This supplementary sign warns that snowploughs may be operating on the road ahead.

Snowplough.

161. Wet

This supplementary sign warns that the road surface may be wet and slippery.

Wet.

162. High tide or flooding

This supplementary sign warns that the road may be flooded or submerged during high tide or high water.

High tide or flooding.

163. Construction traffic

This supplementary sign warns that construction vehicles may enter, leave or travel along the road.

Construction traffic.