Warning Signs (Gefahrzeichen)
Triangular signs with red borders that warn of hazards ahead. Reduce speed and proceed with caution.
63 signs
Curves & Road Shape24
General hazard
Gefahrstelle
Sign 101
Warning of a hazard ahead that is not covered by a specific warning sign.
Rules
Reduce speed and proceed with caution. Be prepared to stop. Watch for supplementary signs that specify the type of hazard.
Crossroads or junction
Kreuzung oder Einmündung
Sign 102
Warning of an upcoming intersection or junction where the right-before-left rule applies.
Rules
Reduce speed and be prepared to yield to traffic from the right (rechts-vor-links). Check both directions carefully before proceeding.
Low-flying aircraft
Flugbetrieb
Sign 101-10
Warning of low-flying aircraft near an airfield. Sudden loud noise may startle drivers.
Rules
Be prepared for sudden loud aircraft noise. Do not stop on the road to watch planes. Stay alert and keep driving.
Cattle crossing
Viehtrieb
Sign 101-12
Warning that livestock may be driven across or along the road.
Rules
Reduce speed. Be prepared to stop for animals on the road. Do not honk as it may startle the animals.
Amphibian migration
Amphibienwanderung
Sign 101-14
Warning of amphibians (frogs, toads) migrating across the road, typically in spring.
Rules
Reduce speed significantly, especially at dusk and dawn. Watch for volunteers helping amphibians cross.
Falling rocks
Steinschlag
Sign 101-15
Warning of danger from falling rocks or rockslides.
Rules
Do not stop in the danger zone. Drive through quickly but at a safe speed. Watch for debris on the road.
Loose gravel
Splitt, Schotter
Sign 101-52
Warning of loose gravel or chippings on the road surface.
Rules
Reduce speed. Loose gravel reduces grip and increases braking distance. Maintain extra distance to vehicles ahead.
Riverbank / quayside
Ufer
Sign 101-53
Warning that the road runs along a riverbank, quay, or waterside with risk of falling in.
Rules
Drive carefully. Stay away from the edge. Particularly dangerous in darkness, fog, or icy conditions.
Opening bridge / drawbridge
Bewegliche Brücke
Sign 101-55
Warning of a drawbridge or opening bridge ahead.
Rules
Observe traffic signals at the bridge. Stop when barriers lower or lights flash. Never try to cross while the bridge is opening or closing.
Uneven road surface
Unebene Fahrbahn
Sign 112
Warning of bumps, potholes, or an uneven road surface ahead.
Rules
Reduce speed. Uneven roads can cause loss of vehicle control, especially at higher speeds.
Curve (left)
Kurve (links)
Sign 103-20
Warning of a left curve ahead.
Rules
Reduce speed before entering the curve.
Double curve (first left)
Doppelkurve (zunächst links)
Sign 105-20
Warning of a double curve, first turning left.
Rules
Reduce speed before entering the curves.
Steep descent (left variant)
Gefälle (links)
Sign 108-20
Warning of a steep descent ahead.
Rules
Use engine braking. Do not ride the brakes continuously.
Steep incline (left variant)
Steigung (links)
Sign 110-22
Warning of a steep incline ahead.
Rules
Be prepared for slow vehicles. Consider downshifting.
Road Conditions & Hazards13
Crosswind from left
Seitenwind von links
Sign 117-20
Warning of strong crosswind from the left.
Rules
Grip the steering wheel firmly. Be alert for gusts.
Road narrows on left
Einengung links
Sign 121-20
Warning that the road narrows on the left side.
Rules
Move toward center. Watch for oncoming traffic.
Falling rocks
Steinschlag
Sign 115
Warning of a stretch where rocks or debris may fall onto the road.
Rules
Watch for rocks on the road. Reduce speed. Do not stop unnecessarily in the danger zone.
Loose gravel
Splitt, Schotter
Sign 116
Warning of loose gravel or chippings on the road surface.
Rules
Reduce speed to avoid stone chips hitting following vehicles. Maintain extra following distance.
Riverbank
Ufer
Sign 122
Warning that the road runs close to a riverbank or waterfront.
Rules
Stay on the road. Reduce speed, especially in wet or foggy conditions. Risk of vehicles leaving the road into water.
Crossings & Vulnerable Road Users12
Pedestrians (left variant)
Fußgänger (links)
Sign 133-20
Warning of pedestrians crossing from the left.
Rules
Watch for pedestrians and be ready to stop.
Children (left variant)
Kinder (links)
Sign 136-20
Warning of children on the left, e.g. near schools or playgrounds.
Rules
Drive very slowly and be extra cautious. Children may run into the road.
Wild animals (left variant)
Wildwechsel (links)
Sign 142-20
Warning of wild animals crossing from the left.
Rules
Reduce speed, especially at dusk and dawn. Watch roadside carefully.
Movable bridge
Bewegliche Brücke
Sign 128
Warning of a bridge that can be raised or swung open for ship traffic.
Rules
Observe signal lights and barriers. Stop when the bridge is being raised. Never attempt to cross when barriers are closing.
Pedestrian crossing ahead
Fußgängerüberweg
Sign 129
Warning of a pedestrian crossing (zebra crossing) ahead.
Rules
Slow down and be prepared to stop. Pedestrians on the crossing have absolute right of way. Do not overtake vehicles that have stopped at the crossing.
Pedestrians
Fußgänger
Sign 134
Warning of a road section frequently crossed by pedestrians.
Rules
Reduce speed and watch for pedestrians entering the road. Be especially careful near schools and residential areas.
Cattle or livestock
Viehtrieb, Tiere
Sign 140
Warning of a road section where livestock may be on or crossing the road.
Rules
Reduce speed and be prepared to stop. Animals are unpredictable. Do not honk or flash lights as this may frighten them.
Level Crossings & Bridges13
Railway crossing with barriers
Bahnübergang mit Schranke
Sign 151
A railway crossing with barriers or half-barriers is 240m ahead (3 red stripes).
Rules
Reduce speed. When barriers are lowering or closed, STOP. Never try to go around barriers. Wait until barriers are fully raised and the road is clear.
Amphibian migration
Amphibienwanderung
Sign 144
Warning of a road section where amphibians (frogs, toads) cross during migration season.
Rules
Drive slowly and carefully during spring migration period. Watch for volunteers assisting with amphibian crossings.
Amphibian migration (placed on left)
Amphibienwanderung (Aufstellung links)
Sign 144-20
Warning of amphibian migration, sign placed on the left side of the road.
Rules
Drive slowly during migration season. The left placement indicates the primary crossing direction.
Equestrians
Reiter
Sign 145
Warning of a road section frequently used by horse riders.
Rules
Reduce speed. Pass horses slowly and with plenty of room. Avoid honking or making sudden movements.
Level crossing with half-barriers
Bahnübergang mit Halbschranke
Sign 150
Warning of an approaching railway level crossing equipped with half-barriers.
Rules
Be prepared to stop. When barriers lower, stop before them. Never try to go around half-barriers. Check for trains from both directions.
Level crossing without barriers
Bahnübergang ohne Schranken
Sign 153
Warning of a railway crossing without barriers or half-barriers ahead.
Rules
Approach with extreme caution. Reduce speed. Look and listen for trains in both directions before crossing. Trains always have right of way.
St. Andrew's cross (upright)
Andreaskreuz (stehend)
Sign 160
Railway level crossing marker for single-track railway. Trains have absolute right of way.
Rules
Stop and look both ways. Give way to rail traffic. This sign stands directly at the crossing. Wait if flashing lights or signals indicate a train.
St. Andrew's cross (with lightning bolt)
Andreaskreuz (liegend)
Sign 161
Railway level crossing marker for multi-track or electrified railway. Trains may come from both directions simultaneously.
Rules
Extreme caution required. After one train passes, a second may come immediately from the opposite direction. Wait until the crossing is completely clear.
Level crossing distance marker (2 stripes, left)
Bahnübergang Entfernungsbake (2 Streifen, links)
Sign 162-20
Indicates approximately 160m distance to a railway level crossing. Left-side placement variant.
Rules
Prepare to reduce speed. Be ready to stop at the crossing. Two stripes means two-thirds of the way there.
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St. Andrew's cross
Andreaskreuz
Sign 201
Directly at a railway crossing without barriers. Trains have absolute right of way.
Rules
Stop and look both ways. Listen for trains. If a train is approaching or you can hear one, WAIT. At crossings with half-barriers, never drive around them. Multiple tracks: a second train may follow immediately.