Signs are grouped by official statutory classes. Names are kept in Norwegian with English translations and plain-language explanations alongside. This study catalogue contains the entries used by Teorix; the full statutory list, including direction signs (vegvisningsskilt) and supplementary plates (underskilt) can be referenced in skiltforskriften on Lovdata.
- Fareskilt 35
- Vikeplikt- og forkjørsskilt 7
- Forbudsskilt 41
- Påbudsskilt 4
- Opplysningsskilt 43
- Serviceskilt 32
- Vegvisningsskilt 32
- Vegoppmerking 28
- Lyssignaler 11
Fareskilt — Warning signs
Warn of hazards ahead: sharp bends, steep gradients, animals on the road, junctions. When you see a fareskilt, reduce your speed and be prepared for what is shown on the sign. Class guide: warning signs — dedicated page
100
Farlig sving
Dangerous bend
Farlig sving (dangerous bend): a warning sign (fareskilt) alerting you to a dangerous bend ahead. Reduce speed and be prepared for the turn.
102
Farlige svinger
Dangerous bends
Farlige svinger (dangerous bends): a warning sign (fareskilt) alerting you to several dangerous bends in a row. Reduce speed and stay prepared.
104
Bratt bakke
Steep hill
Bratt bakke (steep hill): a warning sign (fareskilt) alerting you to a steep hill (up or down). Adjust your speed and be prepared.
106
Smalere veg
Road narrows
Smalere veg (road narrows): a warning sign (fareskilt) alerting you that the road ahead becomes narrower. Adjust your speed and be prepared.
108
Ujevn veg
Uneven road
Ujevn veg (uneven road): a warning sign (fareskilt) alerting you to an uneven road surface ahead. Adjust your speed and be prepared.
109
Fartshump
Speed bump
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Fartshump» warns of a speed hump in the road — slow down well before it.
110
Vegarbeid
Road works
Vegarbeid (roadworks): a warning sign (fareskilt) alerting you to roadworks ahead. Reduce speed, be prepared, and watch out for workers and equipment.
112
Steinsprut
Loose gravel
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Steinsprut» warns that loose stones may be thrown up from the road — slow down and keep extra distance.
114
Rasfare
Danger of landslide
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Rasfare» warning of the danger of rockfall, landslide or snowslide, and that debris may lie on the roadway. Reduce speed, stay alert and be ready for obstacles on the road.
116
Glatt kjørebane
Slippery road
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Glatt kjørebane» warning of a slippery roadway due to special conditions. Adapt your speed and drive carefully.
117
Farlig vegskulder
Dangerous road shoulder
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Farlig vegskulder» warns that the road shoulder is weak, soft or lower than the carriageway — keep well inside the carriageway.
118
Bevegelig bru
Movable bridge
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Bevegelig bru» warns of a movable bridge that can open for boat traffic — be ready to stop and wait.
120
Kai, strand eller ferjeleie
Quay, beach or ferry landing
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Kai, strand eller ferjeleie» warns that the road ends at a quay, beach or ferry berth — that is, straight into the water; drive slowly and with extra care.
122
Tunnel
Tunnel
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Tunnel» warns of a tunnel ahead — put your lights on, take off sunglasses and keep a good distance.
124
Farlig vegkryss
Dangerous intersection
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Farlig vegkryss» warning of a dangerous junction where the normal give-way rule (vikeplikt) applies to traffic coming from the right. Reduce speed and be ready to yield to traffic from the right.
126
Rundkjøring
Roundabout
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Rundkjøring» warning that a roundabout is ahead. Reduce speed and be ready to adapt to the traffic in the rundkjøring.
132
Trafikklyssignal
Traffic light signal
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Trafikklyssignal» warning that traffic lights are ahead. Reduce speed and be ready to stop for the signal.
134
Planovergang med bom
Level crossing with barrier
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Planovergang med bom» warning of a railway level crossing with a barrier (bom). Reduce speed and be ready to stop when the barrier is down.
135
Planovergang uten bom
Level crossing without barrier
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Planovergang uten bom» warns of a railway level crossing without a barrier — slow down, look both ways for trains and be ready to stop.
136
Avstandsskilt
Distance sign
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Avstandsskilt» gives advance warning of a level crossing signed with 134 «Planovergang med bom» or 135 «Planovergang uten bom».
138
Jernbanespor
Railway track
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Jernbanespor» marks the point where a railway or suburban railway crosses the road at grade — 138.1 single track, 138.2 multiple tracks.
139
Sporvogn
Tram
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Sporvogn» warns of a tram crossing or running in the road — remember a tram needs a long braking distance.
140
Avstand til gangfelt
Distance to pedestrian crossing
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Avstand til gangfelt» warns that a pedestrian crossing (gangfelt) is coming up — slow down and watch for pedestrians.
142
Barn
Children
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Barn» warning of a place on or along the road where children often move about or gather, e.g. near a school, kindergarten or playground. Reduce speed and be extra alert.
144
Syklende
Cyclists
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Syklende» warning of a place where cyclists often cross or enter the road, or of cyclists in a tunnel. Reduce speed and watch out for cyclists.
146
Dyr
Animals
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Dyr» warning that animals often cross or move along the road. Reduce speed and be ready for animals on the roadway.
148
Møtende trafikk
Oncoming traffic
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Møtende trafikk» warning that the roadway carries traffic in both directions. Keep well to the right, reduce speed and be ready for oncoming vehicles.
149
Kø
Queue
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Kø» warns of a stretch where queues often form — be ready for slow-moving or stationary traffic.
150
Fly
Aircraft
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Fly» warns that aircraft may fly low over or near the road — be ready for sudden noise and low-flying planes.
151
Militær aktivitet
Military activity
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Militær aktivitet» warns of military activity along the road — be ready for military vehicles and personnel.
152
Sidevind
Side wind
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Sidevind» warns of a place with frequent strong crosswinds — hold the wheel firmly and slow down, especially with a trailer.
153
Trafikkulykke
Traffic accident
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Trafikkulykke» warns of a traffic accident ahead — slow down, follow instructions and be ready to stop.
154
Skiløpere
Skiers
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Skiløpere» warns of a place where skiers often cross the road — slow down and be ready to stop.
155
Ridende
Horse riders
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Ridende» warns of a place where riders often cross or ride onto the road — pass slowly and with plenty of room, as horses are easily startled.
156
Annen fare
Other danger
A warning sign (fareskilt) «Annen fare» warning of a hazard that has no sign of its own; the type of hazard is shown on the sub-sign (underskilt). Read the sub-sign, reduce speed and be prepared.
Vikeplikt- og forkjørsskilt — Priority and right-of-way signs
Who gives way to whom: vikeplikt (obligation to give way), stopp, priority road (forkjørsveg) and its end. This group determines who drives through the intersection first. Class guide: priority and right-of-way signs — dedicated page
202
Vikeplikt
Give way
Vikeplikt means you must give way to traffic in both directions on the crossing road. You do not have to stop completely, but you must let traffic on the crossing road pass first.
204
Stopp
Stop
Stopp means you must come to a full stop before entering the crossing road or crossing a level crossing, then give way to traffic in both directions or let a tram or train pass. Stop at the stop line, or as close to the crossing road as possible if there is no stop line.
206
Forkjørsveg
Priority road
Forkjørsveg means you are on a priority road: traffic from side roads or crossing roads must give way to you (they have sign 202 «Vikeplikt» or 204 «Stopp»). It applies until cancelled by sign 208, 202 or 204.
208
Slutt på forkjørsveg
End of priority road
Slutt på forkjørsveg means your priority-road status ends. After this sign the normal give-way rules apply, and you can no longer count on having priority.
210
Forkjørskryss
Priority intersection
Forkjørskryss warns of a dangerous junction where traffic from side roads or crossing roads must give way to you (they have sign 202 «Vikeplikt» or 204 «Stopp»). Stay alert, but you have priority at the junction.
212
Vikeplikt overfor møtende kjørende
Give way to oncoming traffic
Vikeplikt overfor møtende kjørende means you may not enter a narrow stretch of road if doing so would obstruct oncoming traffic. You must wait and let oncoming vehicles pass first.
214
Møtende kjørende har vikeplikt
Oncoming traffic must give way
Møtende kjørende har vikeplikt means the oncoming traffic must give way to you (they have sign 212 «Vikeplikt overfor møtende kjørende»). You may drive through the narrow stretch first.
Forbudsskilt — Prohibitory signs
What is prohibited: entry, overtaking, stopping and parking, exceeding speed limits. Usually apply until a cancellation sign or the next intersection — each sign has its exact wording in the description. Class guide: prohibitory signs — dedicated page
302
Innkjøring forbudt
No entry
Innkjøring forbudt means it is prohibited to drive past the sign. Cycling and using a small electric vehicle on the pavement may still take place in accordance with the traffic rules.
306.0
Forbudt for alle kjøretøy
No vehicles allowed
Forbudt for alle kjøretøy means it is prohibited to drive past the sign with any vehicle. The prohibition applies to all types of vehicle.
306.1
Forbudt for motorvogn med unntak av liten elektrisk motorvogn
No motor vehicles except small electric vehicles
Forbudt for motorvogn med unntak av liten elektrisk motorvogn means it is prohibited to drive past the sign with a motor vehicle, except a small electric vehicle, which is exempt from the prohibition.
306.10
Forbudt for liten elektrisk motorvogn
No small electric vehicles
A prohibitory sign: no entry for a small electric vehicle (liten elektrisk motorvogn), on the road and on the pavement alike.
306.3
Forbudt for alle traktorer og for motorredskap konstruert for fart mindre enn 40 km/t.
No tractors or motorized equipment designed for speeds under 40 km/h
A prohibitory sign: no entry for any tractor or for motorised machinery built for speeds below 40 km/h.
306.4
Forbudt for motorsykkel og moped
No motorcycles or mopeds
A prohibitory sign: no entry for motorcycles and mopeds — it does not apply to cars.
306.5
Forbudt for lastebil og trekkbil
No trucks or towing vehicles
A prohibitory sign: no entry for lorries and tractor units.
306.6
Forbudt for syklende og fører av liten elektrisk motorvogn
No cyclists or small electric vehicles
A prohibitory sign: no entry for cyclists or for riders of a small electric vehicle (liten elektrisk motorvogn, e.g. an e-scooter).
306.7
Forbudt for gående
No pedestrians
A prohibitory sign: no entry for pedestrians.
306.8
Forbudt for gående, syklende og fører av liten elektrisk motorvogn
No pedestrians, cyclists or drivers of small electric vehicles
A prohibitory sign: no entry for pedestrians, cyclists or riders of a small electric vehicle — typically at the entry to a motorveg or a tunnel.
306.9
Forbudt for ridende
No horse riders
A prohibitory sign: no entry for horse riders.
308
Forbudt for transport av farlig gods
No transport of dangerous goods
Forbudt for transport av farlig gods means the prohibition applies to vehicles carrying dangerous goods whose transport unit must display orange plates under ADR section 5.3.2. Where the prohibition applies to road tunnels, it covers the vehicles specified in ADR section 1.9.5.3.6.
310
Forbudt for motorvogn med flere enn to hjul og med tillatt totalvekt høyere enn angitt
No motor vehicles with more than two wheels and permissible gross weight exceeding that indicated
A prohibitory sign: no entry for motor vehicles with more than two wheels whose permitted total weight exceeds the figure on the sign.
312
Breddegrense
Width limit
Breddegrense (width limit): vehicles wider than the number shown, including their load, are prohibited. If your vehicle with its cargo is wider than stated, you may not drive here.
314
Høydegrense
Height limit
Høydegrense (height limit): vehicles taller than the number shown, including their load, are prohibited. If your vehicle with its cargo is taller than stated, you may not drive here.
316
Lengdegrense
Length limit
Lengdegrense (length limit): vehicles or vehicle combinations longer than the number shown, including their load, are prohibited. If your vehicle or combination with its cargo is longer than stated, you may not drive here.
318
Totalvektgrense
Total weight limit
A prohibitory sign (Totalvektgrense, weight limit): 318.1 bans a single vehicle whose actual total weight exceeds the figure shown, while 318.2 applies to the combined weight of a vogntog — relevant when driving a car with a trailer.
320
Aksellastgrense
Axle load limit
A prohibitory sign (Aksellastgrense, axle-load limit): no vehicles whose actual axle load exceeds the figure shown, with matching limits for bogie and triple-bogie loads.
322
Boggilastgrense
Bogie load limit
A prohibitory sign (Boggilastgrense, bogie-load limit): no vehicles whose actual bogie load exceeds the figure shown.
324
Stopp for angitt formål
Stop for specified purpose
A prohibitory sign (Stopp for angitt formål): you must stop for the purpose written on the sign before driving on.
326
Stopp for toll
Stop for customs
A prohibitory sign (Stopp for toll): you must stop for customs clearance in accordance with the customs rules.
330
Svingeforbud
No turn
Svingeforbud (no turn): you may not turn in the direction the arrow shows. It applies only to the junction where the sign stands (or the first junction after it), unless an underskilt (subsign) states otherwise.
332
Vendingsforbud
No U-turn
Vendingsforbud (no U-turn): you may not turn around to drive in the opposite direction. The ban applies up to and including the first junction.
334
Forbikjøringsforbud
No overtaking
Forbikjøringsforbud (no overtaking): you may not overtake a motor vehicle with more than two wheels. Overtaking on the right where the traffic rules allow it is still permitted, and the ban runs until sign 336 «Slutt på forbikjøringsforbud» or over the stretch shown by an underskilt.
335
Forbikjøringsforbud for lastebil
No overtaking for trucks
A prohibitory sign (Forbikjøringsforbud for lastebil): a lorry over 3,500 kg permitted total weight may not overtake a motor vehicle with more than two wheels, until sign 337 ends the ban.
336
Slutt på forbikjøringsforbud
End of no overtaking
Slutt på forbikjøringsforbud (end of no-overtaking): the sign shows that the overtaking ban from sign 334 ends, and you may overtake again under the normal rules.
337
Slutt på forbikjøringsforbud for lastebil
End of no overtaking for trucks
A prohibitory sign: end of the lorry overtaking ban introduced by sign 335.
362
Fartsgrense
Speed limit
Fartsgrense shows the maximum allowed speed in km/h on the stretch; driving faster is prohibited. It applies until a new speed limit is signed (including sign 362, 366, 364, 540 or 548). For temporary regulation the sign may have a yellow background.
364
Slutt på særskilt fartsgrense
End of special speed limit
Slutt på særskilt fartsgrense means the special speed limit ends. After the sign the general speed limit for that type of road applies again.
366
Fartsgrensesone
Speed limit zone
Fartsgrensesone marks the start of a zone where driving faster than the stated km/h is prohibited. It applies until cancelled by sign 368, 540 or 548, and it also warns that physical speed-reducing devices (such as speed humps) may be in the road.
367
Fartsgrensesone for liten elektrisk motorvogn
Speed limit zone for small electric vehicle
A prohibitory sign (speed-limit zone for small electric vehicles): inside the zone a liten elektrisk motorvogn may not exceed 6 km/h on road or pavement, until sign 369.
368
Slutt på fartsgrensesone
End of speed limit zone
Slutt på fartsgrensesone means the speed-limit zone ends. After the sign the general speed limit for that type of road applies again.
369
Slutt på fartsgrensesone for liten elektrisk motorvogn
End of speed limit zone for small electric vehicle
A prohibitory sign: end of the 6 km/h speed-limit zone for small electric vehicles.
370
Stans forbudt
No stopping
Stans forbudt (no stopping): you may not stop the vehicle on the side of the road where the sign stands. It applies up to the nearest junction or to a new sign such as 370, 372, 376, 378 or 552.
372
Parkering forbudt
No parking
Parkering forbudt (no parking): you may not park on the side of the road where the sign stands (a brief stop for loading/unloading or picking up/dropping off is allowed). It applies up to the nearest junction or to a new sign such as 372, 370, 376, 378 or 552.
376
Parkeringssone
Parking zone
A prohibitory sign (Parkeringssone): it marks the start of an area with special parking or stopping rules shown by symbols and text on the sign, lasting until sign 378 «Slutt på parkeringssone».
377
Sone med parkeringsforbud for liten elektrisk motorvogn
Zone prohibiting parking of small electric motor vehicles
A prohibitory sign: a zone where parking a small electric vehicle is prohibited, until sign 379.
378
Slutt på parkeringssone
End of parking zone
A prohibitory sign: end of the parking zone introduced by sign 376, so the zone's special parking rules stop applying.
379
Slutt på sone med parkeringsforbud for liten elektrisk motorvogn
End of zone prohibiting parking of small electric motor vehicles
A prohibitory sign: end of the zone where parking a small electric vehicle is prohibited.
380
Sone med bruksforbud for liten elektrisk motorvogn
Zone prohibiting use of small electric motor vehicles
A prohibitory sign: a zone where using a small electric vehicle is prohibited altogether, until sign 382.
382
Slutt på sone med bruksforbud for liten elektrisk motorvogn
End of zone prohibiting use of small electric motor vehicles
A prohibitory sign: end of the zone where using a small electric vehicle is prohibited.
Påbudsskilt — Mandatory signs
Mandate where to drive: driving direction, roundabouts. Blue circular signs are an order, not a suggestion. Class guide: mandatory signs — dedicated page
402
Påbudt kjøreretning
Mandatory direction of travel
A mandatory sign (påbudsskilt) «Påbudt kjøreretning» indicating that you must leave the junction in the direction shown by the arrow. You must drive in the direction ordered.
404
Påbudt kjørefelt
Mandatory traffic lane
A mandatory sign (påbudsskilt) «Påbudt kjørefelt» indicating that you must pass the sign on the side the arrow points to. Drive past on the ordered side.
406
Påbudt rundkjøring
Mandatory roundabout
A mandatory sign (påbudsskilt) «Påbudt rundkjøring» indicating that you must drive through the roundabout in the direction of the arrows, i.e. anticlockwise with the central island on your left. Follow the ordered direction of travel.
408
Påbudt kjøreretning i rundkjøring
Mandatory direction at roundabout
A mandatory sign (påbudsskilt) «Påbudt kjøreretning i rundkjøring» indicating which direction of travel you must follow in the roundabout. Drive in the direction ordered.
Opplysningsskilt — Information signs
Indicate traffic regimes: motorway (motorveg), one-way traffic, pedestrian crossings, parking, lanes. Often change applicable rules — such as where a pedestrian zone (gågate) starts and ends. Class guide: information signs — dedicated page
502
Motorveg
Motorway
Motorveg (motorway): from this sign the special motorveg rules apply, lasting until sign 504 «Slutt på motorveg», sign 503 «Motortrafikkveg», or an exit onto a road that is not motorveg.
503
Motortrafikkveg
Motor road
Motortrafikkveg (expressway): from this sign the motortrafikkveg rules apply, until sign 505 «Slutt på motortrafikkveg», sign 502 «Motorveg», or an exit onto a road that is not motortrafikkveg.
504
Slutt på motorveg
End of motorway
Slutt på motorveg (end of motorway): the motorveg section ends here and the special motorway rules no longer apply.
505
Slutt på motortrafikkveg
End of expressway
Slutt på motortrafikkveg (end of expressway): the motortrafikkveg ends here and its special rules no longer apply.
506
Tungtrafikkfelt
Heavy vehicle lane
Tungtrafikkfelt (heavy-traffic lane): a lane for vehicles above the maximum weight shown on the sign, valid until sign 507 «Slutt på tungtrafikkfelt» or the first junction.
507
Slutt på tungtrafikkfelt
End of heavy vehicle lane
Slutt på tungtrafikkfelt (end of heavy-traffic lane): the tungtrafikkfelt ends here.
508
Kollektivfelt
Bus lane
Kollektivfelt (bus lane): reserved for buses (508.1), or buses and taxis with a roof light (508.2), and valid until sign 510 «Slutt på kollektivfelt» or the first junction.
509
Sambruksfelt
High-occupancy vehicle lane
Sambruksfelt (carpool lane): open to buses and to taxis with a roof light, and otherwise only to vehicles carrying at least the number of people shown on the sign.
510
Slutt på kollektivfelt
End of bus lane
Slutt på kollektivfelt (end of bus lane): the kollektivfelt ends and the lane is no longer reserved for public transport.
511
Slutt på sambruksfelt
End of carpool lane
Slutt på sambruksfelt (end of carpool lane): the sambruksfelt ends and the occupancy requirement no longer applies.
512
Holdeplass for buss
Bus stop
Holdeplass for buss (bus stop): there is a bus stop here. Stopping on the widened stretch or within 20 metres of the sign is banned — except boarding and alighting that does not hinder the bus (trafikkreglene § 17).
513
Holdeplass for sporvogn
Tram stop
Holdeplass for sporvogn (tram stop): there is a tram stop here. Stopping within 20 metres of the sign is banned, and when passing on the right of a tram at a stop without a traffic island you must stop and let the passengers through (trafikkreglene §§ 9 and 17).
514
Holdeplass for drosje
Taxi stand
Holdeplass for drosje (taxi rank): there is a taxi rank here. Stopping on the widened stretch or within 20 metres of the sign is banned — except boarding and alighting that does not hinder the taxis (trafikkreglene § 17).
516
Gangfelt
Pedestrian crossing
Gangfelt (pedestrian crossing): the sign marks a crossing point for pedestrians. Give way to pedestrians in the crossing or stepping into it; stopping in the crossing or within 5 metres before it is banned (trafikkreglene §§ 9 and 17).
518
Gangveg
Pedestrian path
Gangveg (footpath): a road built for pedestrians, where the trafikkreglene rules on using such a road apply.
520
Sykkelveg
Bicycle road
Sykkelveg (cycle road): a road built for cyclists and drivers of small electric vehicles, where the rules on using such a road apply.
521.1
Sykkelfelt – sideplassert
Bicycle lane – side-positioned
Sykkelfelt – sideplassert (cycle lane at the side): the carriageway has its own side lane for cyclists and small electric vehicles. Other vehicles may not use the lane, and stopping in it is banned (trafikkreglene §§ 4 and 17).
521.2
Sykkelfelt – Midtstilt
Bicycle lane – centred
Sykkelfelt – Midtstilt (centrally placed cycle lane): the carriageway has a cycle lane between the traffic lanes, for cyclists and small electric vehicles. Other vehicles may not use the lane, and stopping in it is banned (trafikkreglene §§ 4 and 17).
522
Gang- og sykkelveg
Pedestrian and cycle path
Gang- og sykkelveg (shared foot- and cycleway): a road built for pedestrians, cyclists and small electric vehicles, where the rules on using such a road apply.
524
Møteplass
Passing place
Møteplass (passing place): the sign marks a spot on a narrow road where oncoming vehicles can pass each other. Parking on the widened stretch, in its whole width, is banned (trafikkreglene § 17).
526
Envegskjøring
One-way traffic
Envegskjøring (one-way street): driving is only allowed in the direction of the arrow, and the sign applies up to the first junction.
527
Blindveg
Dead end road
Blindveg (dead end): the road ahead, or the crossing road, is closed — either physically blocked (527.1/527.2) or closed to cars but open to pedestrians and cyclists (527.3/527.4).
528
Valgfritt kjørefelt
Optional lane
Valgfritt kjørefelt (optional lane): an information sign showing that drivers may freely choose between the lanes indicated.
530
Sammenfletting
Merging lanes
Sammenfletting (merging): two lanes are brought together into one, and you must merge with mutual adaptation under the trafikkreglene merging rule.
531
Felt for fartsøkning
Acceleration lane
Felt for fartsøkning (acceleration lane): the acceleration lane joins the other lane by merging with mutual adaptation under trafikkreglene.
532
Kjørefelt slutter
Lane ends
Kjørefelt slutter (lane ends): your lane ends, you must change lane, and you have vikeplikt under the trafikkreglene rules.
534
Kjørefelt begynner
Lane begins
Kjørefelt begynner (lane begins): an information sign showing that a new traffic lane starts.
536
Påkjøring fortsetter i eget kjørefelt
Merging traffic continues in separate lane
Påkjøring fortsetter i eget kjørefelt (slip road continues as its own lane): the sign tells you the entry lane carries on as a separate traffic lane.
538
Kjørefeltinndeling
Lane division
Kjørefeltinndeling (lane layout): the sign shows how many lanes the carriageway has and the direction of travel for each lane.
539
Endret kjøremønster
Changed traffic pattern
Endret kjøremønster (changed traffic pattern): an information sign warning that the traffic pattern here has been altered.
540
Gatetun
Home zone
Gatetun (home zone): drive at walking pace and give way to pedestrians; parking is allowed only in specially marked spots. Obstacles are not specially marked, and the sign lasts until sign 542 «Slutt på gatetun» (trafikkreglene §§ 9, 13 and 17).
542
Slutt på gatetun
End of home zone
Slutt på gatetun (end of home zone): the gatetun ends and the ordinary traffic rules apply again.
548
Gågate
Pedestrian street
Gågate (pedestrian street): motor vehicles are banned in the area, except small electric vehicles. Anyone who does drive there keeps to walking pace and gives way to pedestrians; parking is banned. The sign lasts until sign 550 «Slutt på gågate» (trafikkreglene §§ 9, 13 and 17).
550
Slutt på gågate
End of pedestrian street
Slutt på gågate (end of pedestrian street): the gågate ends and the ordinary traffic rules apply again.
552
Parkering
Parking
Parkering (parking): parking is allowed here as long as it does not conflict with the trafikkreglene rules on stopping and parking; the sign covers the whole marked area, or only the side of the road it stands on, up to the nearest junction or a new sign.
555
Havarilomme
Emergency bay
Havarilomme (emergency lay-by): marks a lay-by beside the road for use in a breakdown or emergency.
556.1
Automatisk trafikkontroll – punktmåling
Automatic traffic control – point measurement
Automatisk trafikkontroll – punktmåling (automatic speed check, spot measurement): warns of an automatic speed camera measuring speed at a single point.
556.2
Automatisk trafikkontroll – strekningsmåling
Automatic traffic control – section measurement
Automatisk trafikkontroll – strekningsmåling (average-speed check): warns of automatic control measuring your average speed over a stretch of road.
558
Videokontroll/-overvåking
Video control/surveillance
Videokontroll/-overvåking (video monitoring): the sign informs you that the place or stretch is under video surveillance.
560
Opplysningstavle
Information board
Opplysningstavle (information board): gives information about road and traffic conditions that other signs cannot convey, with the background colour varying by type of information.
565
Feil kjøreretning
Wrong direction of travel
Feil kjøreretning (wrong way): the sign warns that you are travelling in the wrong direction on this road.
570.1
Nødutgang
Emergency exit
Nødutgang (emergency exit): one of the two tunnel emergency-exit signs (nødutgangsskilt for tunnel) — this one stands at the exit itself.
570.2
Retning og avstand til nødutgang
Direction and distance to the emergency exit
Retning og avstand til nødutgang: the second tunnel emergency-exit sign — it shows which way and how far it is to the nearest exit.
Serviceskilt — Service signs
Brown and blue service signs: petrol stations, toilets, rest areas, camping, emergency telephones, fire extinguishers, sights. Under § 13 they provide information — they do not mandate or prohibit anything. Class guide: service signs — dedicated page
601
Lytt til radio
Tune to radio
Tune to radio: the sign tells you traffic information is broadcast on radio here, often before long tunnels. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
602
Førstehjelp
First aid
First aid: the sign shows where first aid is available. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
605
Nødtelefon
Emergency telephone
Emergency telephone: the sign shows where the nearest emergency telephone is. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
606
Brannslokningsapparat
Fire extinguisher
Fire extinguisher: the sign shows where a fire extinguisher is, typically in a tunnel. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
608
Kjøretøyverksted
Vehicle workshop
Vehicle workshop: the sign points to a vehicle workshop. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
609
Hurtiglading av motorvogn
Fast charging
Fast charging: the sign points to fast charging for an electric vehicle. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
610.1
Drivstoff
Fuel
Fuel: the sign points to a filling station. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
611
Toalettømmeanlegg
Chemical toilet disposal
Chemical toilet disposal: the sign marks a disposal point for toilet waste from motorhomes, caravans and buses. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
612
Toalett
Toilet
Toilet: the sign shows where there is a toilet. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
613.1
Rasteplass
Rest area
Rest area: the sign marks a rest area beside the road. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
614
Enklere servering
Refreshments
Refreshments: the sign points to simple refreshments, a kiosk or a café. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
616
Spisested
Restaurant
Restaurant: the sign points to a place to eat. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
618
Campingplass
Camping site
Camping site: the sign points to a camping site. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
621
Bobilplass
Motorhome site
Motorhome site: the sign points to a site laid out for motorhomes. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
622
Campinghytter
Camping cabins
Camping cabins: the sign points to camping cabins. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
624
Vandrerhjem
Youth hostel
Youth hostel: the sign points to a youth hostel. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
626
Overnattingssted
Accommodation
Accommodation: the sign points to accommodation. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
635
Informasjon
Information
Information: the sign shows where there is information for travellers. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
637
Turistkontor
Tourist office
Tourist office: the sign points to a tourist office. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
640.10
Severdighet
Place of interest
Place of interest: the sign points to a place of interest. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
640.101
Verdensarv
World heritage site
World heritage site: the sign points to a world heritage site. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
640.102
Nasjonale festningsverk
National fortification
National fortification: the sign points to a national fortification. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
640.12
Museum/galleri
Museum or gallery
Museum or gallery: the sign points to a museum or a gallery. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
640.20
Utsiktspunkt
Viewpoint
Viewpoint: the sign points to a viewpoint. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
640.30
Naturvernområde
Nature conservation area
Nature conservation area: the sign marks a nature conservation area. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
650.10
Badeplass
Bathing place
Bathing place: the sign points to a bathing place. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
650.11
Fiskeplass
Fishing spot
Fishing spot: the sign points to a fishing spot. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
650.20
Tursti
Walking trail
Walking trail: the sign points to a walking trail. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
650.21
Skiløype
Ski trail
Ski trail: the sign points to a ski trail. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
650.22
Sykkelløype
Cycle trail
Cycle trail: the sign points to a cycle trail. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
650.40
Gardsmat/bygdeturisme
Farm food and rural tourism
Farm food and rural tourism: the sign points to farm food or rural tourism. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
650.41
Olavsrosa
Olavsrosa quality mark
Olavsrosa quality mark: the sign points to a place carrying the Olavsrosa quality mark. Serviceskilt give information about emergency help, road services, places of interest and the like.
Vegvisningsskilt — Direction and route signs
Direction signs and place names: destinations, distances in km, route numbers (E6, national and county roads), detours, cycle routes. For signs 701–719 and 725, § 15 distinguishes geographic destinations (blue on motorways, yellow on other roads), non-geographic destinations (white), temporary diversions (orange), and destinations of particular tourist interest (brown). Class guide: direction and route signs — dedicated page
701
Tabellorienteringstavle
Table advance direction sign
Table advance direction sign: the sign gives advance warning of a junction and lists road numbers and destinations in a table. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
703
Diagramorienteringstavle
Diagram advance direction sign
Diagram advance direction sign: the sign gives advance warning of a junction and draws its shape as a diagram. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
705
Avkjøringstavle
Exit advance sign
Exit advance sign: the sign gives advance warning of an exit road and shows where it leads. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
707
Kjørefeltorienteringstavle
Lane advance direction sign
Lane advance direction sign: the sign shows how many lanes run up to the junction and where each lane leads. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
709
Portalorienteringstavle
Gantry advance direction sign
Gantry advance direction sign: the sign hangs over the carriageway and shows which direction or destination each lane is for. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
711
Tabellvegviser
Table direction sign
Table direction sign: the sign stands at the junction and lists the destinations of each arm in a table. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
713
Vanlig vegviser
Ordinary direction sign
Ordinary direction sign: the sign is the ordinary arrow-shaped direction sign at the junction. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
715
Avkjøringsvegviser
Exit direction sign
Exit direction sign: the sign stands at the exit itself and shows where the exit road leads. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
717
Kjørefeltvegviser
Lane direction sign
Lane direction sign: the sign shows which destinations each lane is intended for. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
719
Portalvegviser
Gantry direction sign
Gantry direction sign: the sign hangs over the carriageway at the junction and shows the destinations for each lane. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.11
Vegnummer for europaveg
European route number
European route number: the sign shows the number of a European route, for example E6. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.13
Vegnummer for riksveg som ikke er europaveg
National road number
National road number: the sign shows the number of a national road that is not a European route. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.15
Vegnummer for nummerert fylkesveg
County road number
County road number: the sign shows the number of a numbered county road. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.21
Ringveg/ringrute
Ring road or ring route
Ring road or ring route: the sign marks a ring road or ring route, for example Ring 3. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.31
Nasjonal turistveg
National tourist route
National tourist route: the symbol shows that the road is a national tourist route. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.41
Omkjøringsrute for store kjøretøy
Diversion route for large vehicles
Diversion route for large vehicles: the sign shows the diversion route for large vehicles. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.51
Rute for transport av farlig gods
Dangerous goods route
Dangerous goods route: the sign shows the route for the transport of dangerous goods. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.61
Andre omkjøringsruter
Other diversion routes
Other diversion routes: the sign marks a diversion route other than those with their own symbols. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.71
Kryssnummer på flerfeltsveg
Junction number on a multi-lane road
Junction number on a multi-lane road: the sign shows the number of the junction on a multi-lane road. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
723.73
Kryssnummer på tofeltsveg
Junction number on a two-lane road
Junction number on a two-lane road: the sign shows the number of the junction on a two-lane road. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
725
Avstandsskilt
Distance sign
Distance sign: the sign stands after the junction and shows how many kilometres remain to the destinations. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
727
Stedsnavnskilt
Place-name sign
Place-name sign: the sign shows the name of the place you are entering, or an administrative boundary. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
729
Gate-/vegnavnskilt
Street or road name sign
Street or road name sign: the sign shows the name of the street or road. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
731
Samleskilt for vegvisning
Collective direction sign
Collective direction sign: the sign gathers several destinations reached through one and the same choice of road ahead. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
741
Omkjøring for bestemte kjøretøygrupper
Diversion for certain vehicle groups
Diversion for certain vehicle groups: the sign warns that the road is closed to certain vehicle groups, which must follow a diversion. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
743
Midlertidig omkjøring
Temporary diversion
Temporary diversion: the sign warns that the road is temporarily closed and that through traffic must follow the diversion. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
745
Slutt på midlertidig omkjøring
End of temporary diversion
End of temporary diversion: the sign shows that the temporary diversion ends here. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
749
Vegviser for gangtrafikk
Pedestrian direction sign
Pedestrian direction sign: the sign shows the way for pedestrians and may carry the symbol for the mobility impaired. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
751
Vegviser for sykkelrute
Cycle route direction sign
Cycle route direction sign: the sign is the arrow-shaped direction sign for a cycle route. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
753
Tabellvegviser for sykkelrute
Table cycle route direction sign
Table cycle route direction sign: the sign lists several cycle route destinations in a table. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
755
Sykkelruteskilt
Cycle route sign
Cycle route sign: the sign confirms that you are following a particular cycle route and shows its number. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
757
Avstandsskilt for sykkelrute
Cycle route distance sign
Cycle route distance sign: the sign shows the distance along the cycle route to the destinations. Vegvisningsskilt give information about place names, businesses, road routes, choice of lane, choice of road and distance to destinations.
Vegoppmerking — Road markings
Lines and road surface markings: longitudinal yellow lane separators divide opposing traffic flows; white lines can separate lanes in the same direction or mark the road edge. Edge lines alone do not establish one-way traffic. Also included are stop lines, pedestrian crossings, lane arrows. Road markings work together with signs — and form part of the official theory exam topic Skilt og oppmerking. Class guide: road markings — dedicated page
1000
Kjørefeltlinje
Lane line
Kjørefeltlinje is the broken line between lanes, and it may be crossed when the lane change is made in accordance with the traffic rules.
1002
Varsellinje
Warning line
A yellow varsellinje means the view ahead is too short for a normal overtaking, while a white varsellinje warns that changing lane is hazardous.
1004
Sperrelinje
Barrier line
Sperrelinje is a solid line separating lanes: you must not drive on or across it, and never to the left of a yellow sperrelinje.
1006
Kombinerte linjer
Combined lines
Where a varsellinje and a sperrelinje run side by side, the line nearest you applies, but a driver who has already moved into the oncoming lane may still return to the right-hand side.
1008
Skillelinje
Dividing line
Skillelinje separates an ordinary lane from a lane for special use, such as kollektivfelt, sambruksfelt, tungtrafikkfelt, sykkelfelt or an acceleration/deceleration lane.
1010
Ledelinje
Guide line
Ledelinje shows how the lane or the turning movement is guided through a junction.
1012
Kantlinje
Edge line
Kantlinje marks the outer edge of the kjørebane (carriageway) — where the carriageway ends.
1014
Sperreområde
Closed area
You must not drive on a sperreområde bounded by a solid line, and two parallel sperrelinjer no more than 100 cm apart with milling between them also count as a sperreområde.
1020
Stopplinje
Stop line
Stopplinje shows where the vehicle must stop when an official traffic sign or a light signal requires stopping.
1022
Vikelinje
Give way line
Vikelinje shows the point at which your vikeplikt (duty to give way) takes effect.
1024
Gangfelt
Pedestrian crossing
A marked gangfelt counts as a pedestrian crossing even if sign 516 «Gangfelt» has not been put up: give way to pedestrians in the crossing or stepping into it (trafikkreglene § 9).
1026
Sykkelkryssing
Bicycle crossing
Sykkelkryssing marks the place where cyclists and riders of a liten elektrisk motorvogn cross the carriageway.
1027
Fartshump
Speed bump
Painted on the physical speed hump (fartshump) itself, making it visible from a distance. It has no regulating effect of its own — it only warns of the hump.
1028
Parkeringsfelt
Parking lane
A parked vehicle must stand inside the marked parkeringsfelt, though an electric or hydrogen-powered vehicle may park across the bay if all wheels are inside it and the overhang is no more than 40 cm on each side.
1034
Piler
Arrows
Arrows in the lane ahead of a junction show which directions the lane is to be used for; where the lane is bounded by a sperrelinje the direction is mandatory, and slanted arrows warn that the lane is ending.
1036
Vikesymbol
Give way symbol
The vikeplikt triangle on the road surface gives advance warning of the give-way duty signed with 202 «Vikeplikt»; it is normally painted 50–100 m before the vikelinje.
1037
Gangsymbol
Pedestrian symbol
Shows pedestrians where they belong: it supplements signs 518 «Gangveg» and 522 «Gang- og sykkelveg», and is also used on footways adjoining a cycle path.
1038
Delesymbol
Division symbol
A «sharrow» — a bicycle with chevrons above it — showing that cyclists and cars share the lane. It links cycle routes over short stretches with no dedicated cycling infrastructure, at 30–40 km/h speed limits.
1039
Sykkelsymbol
Bicycle symbol
Sykkelsymbol marks a sykkelfelt (cycle lane): where the symbol is painted, the lane is for cyclists and small electric vehicles, and stopping in it is banned (trafikkreglene §§ 4 and 17).
1040
Parkeringssymbol
Parking symbol
The P painted on the surface marks parking bays signed with 552 «Parkering» and parking areas in a gatetun. It has no regulating effect of its own — the sign sets the rules.
1041
Liten elektrisk motorvogn
Small electric vehicle
Marks parking bays for a liten elektrisk motorvogn (e.g. an e-scooter) signed with 552 «Parkering», and designates parking areas for such vehicles.
1042
Symbol for forflytningshemmede
Symbol for persons with disabilities
Supplements parking-regulation signs by marking a bay reserved for people with impaired mobility (forflytningshemmede). Where the bay is reserved around the clock, the symbol must be painted.
1044
Skinnekjøretøy
Rail vehicle
The tram symbol warns of rail vehicles: it is painted where pedestrians cross a tram track at a designated crossing point.
1050
Tekst
Text
Text on the road surface reinforces signs: «STOPP» at sign 204 and the stop line, «BUSS» and «TAXI» in bus lanes and at stops, «SKOLE» near a school by the road, road numbers and place names supplementing direction signs.
1052
Sambruksfelt
High-occupancy vehicle lane
The number in the sambruksfelt states the minimum number of people that must be in the vehicle for it to use the lane.
1053
Tungtrafikkfelt
Heavy vehicle lane
Marks a tungtrafikkfelt (heavy-vehicle lane): the lane is introduced by sign 506 «Tungtrafikkfelt», ended by 507, and is marked like a bus lane, separated by a skillelinje.
1054
Fartsgrense
Speed limit
Speed-limit digits on the road surface supplement the signs: «30» is used in 30 km/h zones in urban areas, «50»–«70» to underline the limit in force at speed cameras (ATK).
1055
Bildeling
Car sharing
The «BILDELING» text marks parking bays for car-sharing: it supplements sign 552 «Parkering» with a sub-sign reserving the bay for car-share vehicles.
Lyssignaler — Light signals
Traffic lights and special signals: standard three-colour signals, arrows, lane control signals, flashing red lights at crossings. Traffic light signals take precedence over priority signs, but yield to instructions from the police or traffic controllers. Class guide: light signals — dedicated page
1080
Hovedsignal
Main signal
Red means you must not pass the signal or the stopplinje, red with amber warns that green is about to appear, green means you may drive on if the road is clear, and amber alone means you must stop unless you are so close that stopping cannot be done safely.
1082
Pilsignal
Arrow signal
A pilsignal applies only to those driving in the direction the arrow shows, and it may have one, two or three light apertures.
1084
Sykkelsignal
Bicycle signal
Sykkelsignal applies to those riding in a sykkelfelt or across a sykkelkryssing, and it may be built as an arrow signal.
1086
Fotgjengersignal
Pedestrian signal
A red fotgjengersignal means pedestrians must not start crossing, green means they may cross, and flashing green warns that red is coming and has the same meaning as red.
1088
Signal for kollektivtrafikk
Signal for public transport
The lights in a signal for public transport mean the same as the lights in the corresponding aperture of the hovedsignal.
1090
Kjørefeltsignal
Lane signal
A red cross means the lane must not be used in the direction facing the signal, a green arrow that the lane may be used, and a yellow arrow that the lane is being closed and you must change lane at once in the direction of the arrow.
1092
Tolyssignal
Two-light signal
A red tolyssignal means you must not pass the signal or the stopplinje and green that it may be passed; breaching a tolyssignal is not punishable.
1094
Rødt stoppblinksignal
Red flashing stop signal
A rødt stoppblinksignal shows one or two alternately flashing red lights and means you must not pass, but stop at the stopplinje or at a safe distance in front of the signal.
1096
Blinkende signal foran jernbane
Flashing signal ahead of railway
A red flashing signal in front of a railway means you must stop at the stopplinje or at a safe distance ahead of it, while a white flashing signal shows the installation is in operation and the planovergang may be crossed in accordance with the traffic rules.
1098
Gult blinksignal
Yellow flashing signal
A yellow flashing signal means road users must show particular alertness and caution.
1100
Blinkende lyspil
Flashing light arrow
A blinkende lyspil indicates on which side road users are to pass.
Sources
Sign figures are official illustrations from skiltforskriften (Lovdata), public domain vector drawings from Wikimedia Commons, and custom vectors based on official figures. English translations and explanations are our unofficial guides; only the Norwegian statutory text has legal force.
