Information signs

What do information signs look like?

Information signs are square, with a blue background, white border and a white symbol with text. There are exceptions to this rule of thumb. Information signs provide information about special rules — including prohibitions and requirements that apply on a particular stretch of road or at a specific location.

Information board

The sign can provide information about road and traffic conditions that cannot be conveyed by other traffic signs. For information about planned or ongoing road work, the relevant road authority may be indicated by name. For information of particular interest to tourist traffic, the sign may have a brown background. For temporary information, the sign may have a yellow background, a black border, and a black symbol or text. For information about a detour, the sign may have an orange background, a black border, and a black symbol or text.

The information board sign

Is the information board sign important for the theory test and driving test?

The information board sign is part of the driver's test syllabus, and you may get questions about it on the theory test. It is more relevant than many other information signs, since you may encounter it more often, but it is still not among the most critical signs to know. It is useful to know that the sign provides information about driving conditions, speed limits, or events, and that the text or symbols shown are legible and usually give you enough information to understand the situation and act correctly.

What is the information board sign?

The information board sign provides information about road and traffic conditions that cannot be covered by other traffic signs. It is used for information about roadworks, detours, toll stations, closed roads, traffic changes, winter speed limits, and tourist information.

Where do you encounter the information board sign?

You will encounter the information board sign in situations such as:

Roadworks – provides warnings and guidance during roadwork.
Detour routes – shows which route to follow when there is a closure.
Toll stations – informs you about toll payments and lanes.
Special traffic changes – for example a winter speed limit or convoy driving.
Tourist information – a brown background shows points of interest and rest areas.

In the image you can see an information board sign

Image of the information board sign at a detour

Why is the information board sign important?

The information board sign helps you plan your driving, avoid closed sections, and follow temporary detour routes. It provides clear traffic information that increases safety for all road users.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the information board sign

Does the information board sign always apply? – Permanent signs with a blue background apply continuously. Yellow-green signs are temporary and only apply for as long as the warning is active.
Can the information board sign be combined with other signs? – The information board sign must always stand alone to provide clear and unambiguous information.