Chairlift
The sign indicates the direction to the chairlift
When You See This Sign
When you see the sign you know that a chairlift is located in the direction the arrow points and you can follow the guidance to find the entrance or parking. The sign does not change traffic rights, but you should reduce speed and be alert for pedestrians and vehicles near the lift area.
Rules & Regulations
- The sign is an information sign (location/service) and shows the direction to a chairlift.
- It does not impose traffic rules such as yielding, speed limits or prohibitions — otherwise follow applicable traffic regulations.
- The arrow direction on the sign indicates which road or direction you should follow to reach the chairlift.
- The sign is often placed near parking areas, tourist roads or entrances to ski areas and is not a parking or stop sign.
Tips for Drivers
- Reduce your speed and be especially attentive to pedestrians, cyclists and skiers when approaching the area indicated by the sign.
- Be prepared for increased traffic to and from parking areas and temporary drop-off and pick-up points near the chairlift.
- Follow additional signage (arrows, parking symbols) to find the correct parking or entrance instead of making sudden maneuvers.
- In winter or poor visibility conditions: keep extra distance and check the road surface, as it can often be slippery near lift areas.
Common Mistakes
- Believing the sign implies any form of yielding or stopping; it is purely an information sign.
- Confusing the symbol with other ski or slope information and assuming incorrect traffic rules.
- Failing to adjust driving to increased pedestrian and vehicle movement in the area around the chairlift.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Chairlift
What does this road sign mean in a ski resort?
- A Indicates direction to a chairlift (sit-down lift).
- B Indicates direction to a drag lift (surface lift).
- C Indicates that skiing is prohibited in the area.
- D Indicates parking for snowmobiles.
Exam Tip
On the theory test you may be asked whether the sign is a mandatory sign or whether it grants traffic rights — the correct answer is that it is an information sign that only indicates direction to a chairlift. Remember the designation H18 and that it belongs to the location/service category.
Did You Know?
The chairlift sign is commonly used in mountain and ski areas as well as tourist resorts and is part of the information signs that direct visitors to service facilities. The symbol makes it easier for drivers to find facilities without having to read text in difficult weather conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to stop when I see a chairlift sign?
No, the sign does not require mandatory actions such as stopping or yielding. You should, however, reduce your speed and be prepared for other road users to cross the road near the lift area.
Does the sign mean there is a ski slope or that it is dangerous?
No, the sign only indicates direction to a chairlift and does not signal hazards by itself. In ski areas there are often separate warning signs or information about specific risks.
Does the information on the sign apply to all road users?
The sign is intended to guide anyone looking for the chairlift, but it does not alter traffic rules for different vehicle categories. Pedestrians and cyclists may also use the same routes to the lift entrance.
Can the sign be combined with other symbols or distance indications?
Yes, it is often supplemented with arrows, distance information or parking symbols to show where the entrance or parking is located. In tourist areas it may also appear on brown information signage.
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