CurveNorway
17. Curve
A curve is a section of road that changes direction to the left or right. A sharp, unexpected or poorly visible curve can reduce a driver’s view of approaching traffic, stopped vehicles, pedestrians and other hazards.
Drivers should reduce speed before entering the curve, remain within their lane and use smooth steering, braking and acceleration. Warning signs may indicate the direction of the first curve or a series of successive curves.
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What makes a bend dangerous in Norway?
Curves shorten your view of the road ahead and can reduce the margin for correcting a mistake. Drivers may encounter fjords, mountain passes, tunnels and curves affected by winter weather; the safe speed can be well below the posted maximum. Watch for changing road surfaces and people or vehicles hidden beyond the curve.
🔗 lovdata.no • Norwegian signing regulation — current sign catalogue, markings and signals
🔗 lovdata.no • Norwegian Road Traffic Act — sections 3 and 6
How should you approach a sharp curve in Norway?
Slow down before the bend, select the correct lane position, look through the curve and steer smoothly. Keep enough grip and visible stopping distance for the road and weather conditions.
🔗 lovdata.no • Norwegian signing regulation — current sign catalogue, markings and signals
🔗 lovdata.no • Norwegian Road Traffic Act — sections 3 and 6
Is overtaking safe on a blind bend in Norway?
No. Do not start overtaking where your view of oncoming traffic is obstructed or where signs or road markings prohibit it. Wait until there is a lawful, clear and sufficiently long view ahead.
🔗 lovdata.no • Norwegian signing regulation — current sign catalogue, markings and signals
🔗 lovdata.no • Norwegian Road Traffic Act — sections 3 and 6
Warning for a curve to the left.
English • Traffic sign 100.2 • Dangerous bend.
Norsk bokmål • Skilt 100.2 • Farlig sving.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Lovdata.no • Skiltforskriften § 4
SVG source: NRA/Vegvesenet • Public domain • Original revision 2007-03-18. Wikimedia original unmodified.
Warning for a curve to the right.
English • Traffic sign 100.1 • Dangerous bend.
Norsk bokmål • Skilt 100.1 • Farlig sving.
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Lovdata.no • Skiltforskriften § 4
SVG source: NRA/Vegvesenet • Public domain • Original revision 2007-03-18. Wikimedia original unmodified.

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