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.

Farm food/rural tourism

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Is the farm food/rural tourism sign important for the theory test and driving test?

The farm food/rural tourism 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 in rural areas with local-food and farm-tourism offerings.

What is the farm food/rural tourism sign?

The farm food/rural tourism sign marks places that offer lodging, food service and activities on farms with local or traditional food. It gives a quick overview of farm-based tourism offerings linked to primary industries.

When do you encounter the farm food/rural tourism sign?

You can see the farm food/rural tourism sign:

Along county and municipal roads in rural areas.
On tourist routes near HANEN-approved farm shops and farmsteads.
Before exits to farm outlets, lodging places and activity areas on farms.

What do you do when you see the farm food/rural tourism sign?

When you see the farm food/rural tourism sign, slow down, watch the distance indicator and prepare to turn off from the main road. Follow any service signs that give more details about the offerings along the road.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the farm food/rural tourism sign

Must the farm business be a member of HANEN? – Yes, only HANEN-approved places may use the farm food/rural tourism sign.
Can it be combined with other symbols? – On blue service signs the farm food/rural tourism symbol can appear together with restaurant, lodging or camping symbols.