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Mandatory signs

A mandatory sign is a traffic sign that tells drivers what they must do. Instead of prohibiting actions, these signs impose obligations such as following a specific direction, using a particular lane, or keeping a minimum speed. Their purpose is to guide traffic safely and efficiently by ensuring that all road users follow the same required behaviour in places where it is necessary for order and safety.

Driving straight ahead or turning right mandatory.

End of mandatory path for cyclists and mopeds.

1. Mandatory roundabout direction

This traffic sign indicates the mandatory direction around a roundabout. Traffic must circulate in the direction shown by the arrows. The sign does not itself determine priority; follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local rules.

2. Turning 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.

3. Turning right 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.

4. Pass obstacle on either side

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on either the left or the right. Use either permitted side while following the road layout and any accompanying signs or markings.

5. Pass obstacle on the right

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.

6. Driving straight ahead or turning right mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must continue straight ahead or turn right. One of the indicated directions must be followed; turning left is prohibited.

7. Driving straight ahead mandatory

This traffic sign indicates that driving straight ahead is mandatory. Traffic must continue straight ahead and may not turn left or right at the location to which the sign applies.

8. Mandatory path for pedestrians

This traffic sign indicates the start of a mandatory path for pedestrians. Pedestrians must use the designated path, while other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

9. End of mandatory path for pedestrians

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.

10. Mandatory path for cyclists

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

11. 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.

12. Mandatory path for equestrians

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.

13. End of mandatory path for equestrians

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

14. Mandatory lane for trucks

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

15. End of mandatory truck lane

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory lane for trucks. The requirement for trucks to use the designated lane ends at this point. Continue according to the lane markings, other traffic signs and applicable local rules.

16. Mandatory lane for buses

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

17. End of mandatory bus lane

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory lane for buses. The requirement associated with the bus lane ends at this point. Continue according to the lane markings, other traffic signs and applicable local rules.

18. Mandatory lane for tractors

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory lane for tractors. Tractors and other agricultural vehicles covered by the sign must use the designated lane where it applies. Other road users may use the lane only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

19. End of mandatory tractor lane

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

20. Mandatory lane for trams

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory lane for trams. The lane or track is reserved for trams and may be used by other road users only where the applicable signs or local rules allow it.

21. End of mandatory tram lane

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory tram lane. The special lane or track requirement ends at this point. Trams must continue according to the subsequent traffic signs, track layout and applicable local rules.

22. Mandatory path for cyclists and mopeds

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for cyclists and mopeds. Cyclists and the moped categories covered by the sign must use the designated path. Other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

23. End of mandatory path for cyclists and mopeds

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

24. Mandatory lane for buses and trams

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory lane for buses and trams. Buses and trams must use the designated lane or track where the sign applies. Other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

25. End of mandatory bus and tram lane

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory lane for buses and trams. The requirement associated with the designated lane or track ends at this point. Follow the subsequent lane markings, traffic signs and applicable local rules.

26. Mandatory lane for buses and trucks

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory lane for buses and trucks. Buses and trucks must use the designated lane where the sign applies. Other road users may use it only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

27. End of mandatory bus and truck lane

This traffic sign indicates the end of the mandatory lane for buses and trucks. The requirement associated with the designated lane ends at this point. Buses and trucks must continue according to the lane markings, traffic signs and applicable local rules.