Prohibition signs

What do prohibition signs look like?

Prohibition signs are round with a white background, red border and black symbols. There are exceptions to this rule of thumb. Prohibition signs forbid traffic of certain vehicles or specific manners of driving. The signs typically apply from the sign until the next intersection.

Speed limit zone for small electric motor vehicles

The sign marks the boundary of an area in which it is prohibited to drive small electric motor vehicles on the road or sidewalk at a speed higher than 6 km/h. The prohibition applies until it is lifted by sign 369 "End of speed limit zone for small electric motor vehicles."

[object Object]

Is the speed limit zone for small electric vehicles (e-scooters) important for the theory test and the practical driving test?

This sign is part of the curriculum for the theory test. It is less relevant for the regular practical driving test with a car, but useful to be familiar with.

What does the speed limit zone for small electric vehicles (e-scooters) mean?

The speed limit zone for small electric vehicles sign marks the start of an area where a specific speed limit applies to small electric vehicles, such as e-scooters, e-bikes and small electric mopeds. The sign is square with a white background and a red border, and shows the speed limit in black numbers (for example "6 km/h" or "20 km/h"). This means that you must stay within this speed as long as you are in the zone, until a sign marks that the zone has ended.

Where do you find the sign?

This sign is used in areas where high speed can be dangerous for pedestrians and other vulnerable road users, for example:

Parks and trails – where there are many pedestrians and children playing.
School areas and playgrounds – to protect children and ensure safe surroundings.
City center streets with mixed traffic – where e-scooters and e-bikes share the road with pedestrians.

How do you know that the speed limit zone is over?

The zone ends with an end of speed limit zone for small electric vehicles sign. This sign looks the same as the speed limit zone sign, but has black diagonal stripes through it and is gray. After this sign, you can increase the speed to what is permitted for your vehicle in the area.

What happens if you drive too fast?

If you drive above the speed limit in such a zone, you can get a fine, and your vehicle can be confiscated if the violation of the speed limit is considered dangerous. This especially applies in areas with many pedestrians, where high speed can lead to accidents.

Why is this sign important?

The sign is important to ensure safety for pedestrians and other vulnerable road users in areas where small electric vehicles travel. It helps reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.

Frequently asked questions

Does this sign apply to regular bicycles? – No, the sign only applies to small electric vehicles such as e-scooters and e-bikes with motors. Regular bicycles are regulated by other traffic rules.
Can I drive faster if the road is empty? – No, the speed limit applies regardless of the traffic situation.
What happens if I lose control of the speed on a downhill slope? – You must have control of the vehicle at all times. Lack of control can lead to a fine or other sanctions.