TEAM Arizona Riding Tip: Here’s Your Sign…European Edition
Last Updated: November 30th, 2020
One of the more challenging aspects to driving in a foreign country includes sign comprehension. We may not know exactly what our signs mean in the United States, but we have a good idea what they are communicating based upon their shape in color.
When traveling in Europe, we’ll have to come to grips with some signs not standard in the US. Here are a few that have piqued our interest during our research:
ISLE OF MAN: No Speed Limit
This small, simple sign means big things to both drivers AND riders. It means the speed limit is UNLIMITED in that particular area. Yes, triple digits often happen in these areas, so mind your “six”. Oh, and the same sign in England means up to the national limit of 70mph.
BELGIUM: Priority
In one of the more strange experiences, areas marked with this sign means that motorists entering from side roads have the right of way. In effect, they have priority when entering your path of travel even though you are going straight.
A few close calls with incoming traffic and you’ll quickly learn to identify this sign. This sign can be found in various other countries.
FRANCE: No Flammable Materials
You’ve been warned! Please don’t have any flammable materials in your vehicle.
GERMANY: Motorcyclist Warning
With the outstanding roads in the Schwarzwald region of Germany, there are bound to be a few motorcyclists who forget they’re on public roads. This sign exists to help bring them back to reality; running off the road and down a cliff is a real possibility.
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