Ferry
The sign indicates the direction to the car ferry
When You See This Sign
When you see the G11 sign you should start preparing to follow the indicated direction toward the car ferry. Look for supplementary plates that indicate distance or restrictions, choose the correct lane well in advance, and be prepared for queues and local instructions at the ferry terminal.
Rules & Regulations
- The sign is a location sign that only indicates the direction to a car ferry; it is not a prohibition, mandatory instruction, or directive that by itself changes right-of-way rules or speed limits.
- Follow the arrow's direction and any supplementary plates (e.g., distance in meters or the name of the ferry route) that complement the sign.
- The sign does not grant priority when boarding or at the ferry terminal; follow local road signs, traffic signals, and staff instructions when approaching the ferry.
- Be aware of and respect any supplementary plates that restrict vehicle types, maximum total weight, or prohibit dangerous goods. These restrictions are indicated separately and apply even if the road otherwise leads to the ferry.
Tips for Drivers
- Plan ahead: check ferry schedules and allow extra time for queues at popular departure times, especially during summer holidays.
- Choose the correct lane well in advance when you see the sign and follow markings that lead into the ferry queue to avoid unnecessary lane changes near the ferry terminal.
- Read supplementary signs carefully — a supplemental plate may indicate distance, opening hours, or that certain vehicles are not permitted to board.
- On arrival at the ferry terminal: reduce your speed, keep distance to the vehicle ahead, and follow ferry staff instructions and signage indicating where to stop or park on board.
Common Mistakes
- Believing the sign grants the right to go ahead of other vehicles at the ferry terminal; it only indicates direction, not priority.
- Misunderstanding that the sign applies only to passenger cars; it points to a car ferry but any restrictions for trucks or vehicles carrying dangerous goods are shown on separate supplementary plates.
- Ignoring supplementary plates that show distance or special instructions and expecting the ferry terminal to always be located exactly where the sign stands.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Ferry
How should you interpret this sign when you approach the coastline?
- A Indicates direction to a car ferry where vehicles can travel over water
- B Indicates direction to a passenger ferry for pedestrians only
- C Indicates location of a fishing harbor
- D Indicates that the bridge is closed to vehicles
Exam Tip
On the theory test you may be asked whether the sign changes speed limits or right-of-way obligations — remember that G11 only shows the direction to a car ferry and does not grant priority or give speed instructions.
Did You Know?
G11 is a location sign and is commonly found along the Swedish coasts and in the archipelago where the road network often includes ferry crossings; many of these ferry routes are part of the public road network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the sign mean I must take the ferry?
No, the sign only shows the direction to a car ferry. You are not obliged to use the ferry if there are alternatives, but the sign shows the route that leads to the ferry terminal.
Does the sign apply to all vehicle categories, such as heavy traffic or vehicles with dangerous goods?
The sign itself only points out the ferry terminal for vehicles. Any restrictions for heavy vehicles or dangerous goods are shown on separate supplementary plates or other prohibition signs.
Does the sign indicate how far it is to the ferry terminal?
Sometimes there is a supplementary plate under the sign that indicates distance in meters or kilometers. If no supplementary plate is present, G11 only indicates direction, not exact distance.
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