Tourist Area
The sign indicates direction to a tourist area
When You See This Sign
When you see the 'Tourist area' sign you should prepare to turn if you plan to visit the area: choose the correct lane, signal in advance and follow any supplementary signs showing distance or symbols. If you are not going there, continue calmly and avoid sudden lane changes or braking.
Rules & Regulations
- The sign is an information or direction sign (series I) that indicates the direction to a tourist area and does not constitute a traffic regulation, such as right of way or speed limit.
- Supplementary signs may indicate distance, name or the type of tourist facility intended (e.g. camping, attraction) and that information guides how far you need to drive.
- When following the sign's directions you should still follow ordinary traffic rules: use the correct lane in good time, signal before turning, and yield according to applicable road signs and traffic signals.
- Official tourist direction signs may only be erected by an authorized road authority and should not be confused with private advertising signs or temporary instructions.
Tips for Drivers
- Reduce speed in good time when you see the sign and begin positioning the car in the correct lane to avoid sudden lane changes or abrupt braking.
- Watch for supplementary plates showing distance or symbols (e.g. tent, viewpoint or attraction) so you know whether the area is at the next exit or further ahead.
- Plan parking in advance if you intend to visit the tourist area — avoid stopping on the hard shoulder and follow local parking instructions as you approach.
- If you do not intend to visit the tourist area, continue calmly past the sign and do not make sudden maneuvers just because you see the direction sign.
Common Mistakes
- Assuming the sign implies a mandatory turn or changes right-of-way rules — it is only a direction sign.
- Believing the sign implies a speed limit or parking regulations — it does not impose such rules.
- Imagining that the sign always points to an exact location at the next junction; often it shows a general direction and you may need to follow additional signs.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Tourist Area
What should you expect when you follow this sign?
- A It indicates the direction to a tourist area with attractions or services for visitors.
- B It indicates the direction to the nearest petrol station.
- C It indicates that the area is closed to the public.
- D It indicates the way to an industrial zone.
Exam Tip
On the theory test one trap may be choosing answer options that claim the sign gives right of way or a speed limit. Remember that I2 is an information sign that only indicates the direction to a tourist area and does not change traffic rules.
Did You Know?
The sign belongs to the Swedish direction sign series (I) and is often used in tourist-heavy regions such as the coast, the mountains and cultural or historical areas. Tourist direction signs are intended to be guiding and are installed by an authorized road authority to assist visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the sign mean I must turn?
No, the sign only indicates the direction to a tourist area and does not obligate you to turn. You only turn if you intend to go to the indicated area, and then you follow the normal rules for lane choice and right of way.
Does the direction sign apply to all road users, for example cyclists and pedestrians?
Yes, the direction generally applies to all road users, but how it is used in practice may vary depending on the location. Cyclists and pedestrians should follow local instructions and any specific symbols that may be provided for them.
What do the supplementary small plates below the tourist sign mean?
Supplementary signs can show distance (e.g. 500 m), arrow direction, or the type of facility at the area (e.g. camping, viewpoint). They provide more precise guidance so that you know whether the place is at the next exit or further ahead.
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