Service signs

What do service signs look like?

Service signs come in two different types.

One type is square with a white background, blue border and black or red symbols. This type is for emergency aid and roadside services.

The other type has a white background with a brown border and brown symbols. This type signposts attractions, activities, outdoor recreation and more.

Nature reserve

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Is the nature reserve sign important for the theory test and driving test?

The nature reserve sign is not among the most central signs you need to know for the theory test or the driving test. It can come up as a question on the theory test, but it is not among the most common. During the driving test it is unlikely you will be tested on the sign directly, but it can be useful to know – especially if you are driving near national parks or nature reserves.

What is the nature reserve sign?

The nature reserve sign is a brown direction sign with a white border and a nature conservation symbol.

When do you encounter the nature reserve sign?

You can see the nature reserve sign:

At the entrance to a national park or nature reserve.
At parking lots and starting points for marked hiking trails.
Outside authorized visitor centers approved by the Norwegian Environment Agency.

How to behave at the nature reserve sign?

When you see the nature reserve sign, park in the designated spot and continue on foot. Stay on the trail, respect local access rules, take trash out of the area and avoid disturbing wildlife.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the nature reserve sign

Does the nature reserve sign apply to cyclists? – Yes, all visitors, including cyclists, can follow the signage and stay on marked trails.