Direction signs
What do direction signs look like?
Direction signs are square and can have several background colours, including blue, yellow, white, orange and brown. There are exceptions to this rule of thumb. Direction signs provide information about place names, services, routes, lane choices, road choices and the distance to destinations.
Place-name sign
The sign indicates a city, town, administrative boundary, or other location of significance for orientation.
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Is the place-name sign important for the theory test and the driving test?
The place-name sign is not among the most central signs you need to know for the theory test or the driving test. It is useful to know what it means, but it is rarely decisive for passing.
What does the place-name sign mean?
The place-name sign signals that you have reached the place indicated on the direction signs. It works as a "you are here" confirmation.
When do you encounter the place-name sign?
You see the place-name sign at:
- The entry to a city or town – at the start of built-up areas.
- Bridge or tunnel – the name of the bridge or tunnel you are entering.
- Ferry terminal or airport – where you enter the terminal area.
How do you use the place-name sign?
When you see the place-name sign, plan to reduce speed, find parking or follow the instructions for continued driving. The sign says "you are here," so you know you are in the right place.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the place-name sign
- Is there a version with a symbol? – Yes. The place-name sign with a symbol shows, for example, a tunnel or ferry symbol to the left of the text.