46 · SSV

Swiss Regulatory Signs

Regulatory signs tell you what is allowed or prohibited. They are mostly round with a red border (prohibition) or blue (mandatory). Switzerland has numerous regulatory signs in accordance with the SSV (signalling regulation) – they govern speed limits, directions of travel, vehicle types and much more.

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All 46 regulatory signs at a glance

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No Through Traffic (Both Directions)
Nr. 2.01 No Through Traffic (Both Directions) Prohibits all vehicles in both directions. The only sign that does not app
No Entry
Nr. 2.02 No Entry Prohibits entry to all vehicles. Placed at the wrong end of one-way streets.
Maximum Speed
Nr. 2.30 Maximum Speed Sets the permitted maximum speed. Valid from the sign to the next junction.
Minimum Speed
Nr. 2.31 Minimum Speed Prescribes a minimum speed. Vehicles unable to reach the stated speed may not use this road.
No Overtaking
Nr. 2.44 No Overtaking Prohibits overtaking motor vehicles. Bicycles and slow vehicles (max. 30 km/h) may be overtaken.
No U-Turn
Nr. 2.46 No U-Turn Prohibits U-turns on this road. U-turns into driveways remain allowed.
No Stopping
Nr. 2.49 No Stopping Prohibits any voluntary stopping. Brief stops (max. 3 min) for pick-up/drop-off permitted.
No Parking
Nr. 2.50 No Parking Prohibits parking (stopping more than 3 minutes). Brief stops allowed.
End of Maximum Speed
Nr. 2.53 End of Maximum Speed Cancels the previously indicated speed limit.
End of No Overtaking
Nr. 2.55 End of No Overtaking Cancels the no-overtaking restriction.
Cycle Track (Mandatory)
Nr. 2.60 Cycle Track (Mandatory) Track mandatory for cyclists and mopeds.
Bus Lane
Nr. 2.64 Bus Lane Lane reserved for public transport buses.
No Motor Vehicles
Nr. 2.03 No Motor Vehicles Prohibits motor vehicles (cars). Motorcycles and bicycles are not affected.
No Motorcycles
Nr. 2.04 No Motorcycles Prohibits motorcycles. Cars and bicycles are not affected.
No Bicycles or Mopeds
Nr. 2.05 No Bicycles or Mopeds Prohibits bicycles and mopeds. Pushing is allowed.
No Mopeds
Nr. 2.06 No Mopeds Prohibits mopeds. Permitted with engine off.
No Trucks
Nr. 2.07 No Trucks Prohibits trucks. Applies to vehicles over 3.5 t.
No Coaches
Nr. 2.08 No Coaches Prohibits coaches (tourist buses). Regular service buses generally unaffected.
No Water-Polluting Substances
Nr. 2.11 No Water-Polluting Substances Prohibits vehicles carrying water-polluting substances.
No Animals
Nr. 2.12 No Animals Prohibits passage or driving of animals.
No Cars and Motorcycles
Nr. 2.13 No Cars and Motorcycles Prohibits cars and motorcycles.
No All Motor Vehicles
Nr. 2.14 No All Motor Vehicles Prohibits all motor vehicles. Only in built-up areas or on minor roads.
No Pedestrians
Nr. 2.15 No Pedestrians Prohibits pedestrians from using this road.
Maximum Weight
Nr. 2.16 Maximum Weight Prohibits vehicles whose total weight exceeds the stated value.
Maximum Axle Load
Nr. 2.17 Maximum Axle Load Prohibits vehicles whose axle load exceeds the stated value.
Maximum Width
Nr. 2.18 Maximum Width Prohibits vehicles wider than the stated value. Including mirrors.
Maximum Height
Nr. 2.19 Maximum Height Prohibits vehicles taller than the stated value. Important at tunnels and underpasses.
Maximum Length
Nr. 2.20 Maximum Length Prohibits vehicles longer than the stated value. Including trailer.
Direction Right
Nr. 2.32 Direction Right Requires the driver to turn right before the sign.
Direction Left
Nr. 2.33 Direction Left Requires the driver to turn left before the sign.
Pass Obstacle on Right
Nr. 2.34 Pass Obstacle on Right The obstacle must be passed on the right.
Pass Obstacle on Left
Nr. 2.35 Pass Obstacle on Left The obstacle must be passed on the left.
Go Straight
Nr. 2.36 Go Straight The driver may neither turn right nor left.
Turn Right
Nr. 2.37 Turn Right Requires the driver to turn right at the indicated point.
Turn Left
Nr. 2.38 Turn Left Requires the driver to turn left at the indicated point.
Right or Left Turn
Nr. 2.39 Right or Left Turn Shows the possible directions at this point. Straight on prohibited.
Straight or Right
Nr. 2.40 Straight or Right Shows possible directions: straight or right. Left turn prohibited.
Straight or Left
Nr. 2.41 Straight or Left Shows possible directions: straight or left. Right turn prohibited.
No Right Turn
Nr. 2.42 No Right Turn Prohibits turning right. Straight and left remain allowed.
No Left Turn
Nr. 2.43 No Left Turn Prohibits turning left. Straight and right remain allowed.
No Overtaking for Trucks
Nr. 2.45 No Overtaking for Trucks Prohibits trucks from overtaking multi-lane motor vehicles.
Minimum Distance
Nr. 2.47 Minimum Distance Prescribes a minimum following distance. Applies to cars and semi-trailers over 3.5 t.
Snow Chains Compulsory
Nr. 2.48 Snow Chains Compulsory Requires snow chains on all drive wheels. Cancelled by sign 2.57.
Customs Post
Nr. 2.51 Customs Post Requires stopping at the customs post. Applies even outside opening hours.
End of Minimum Speed
Nr. 2.54 End of Minimum Speed Cancels the minimum speed requirement.
End of No Overtaking for Trucks
Nr. 2.56 End of No Overtaking for Trucks Cancels the no-overtaking restriction for trucks.

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