Road signs in Spain
All 202 road signs used in Spain, grouped by type, with what each one means.
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Every sign in Spain
These are the signs as they appear in Spain, which uses its own sign system.
Warning signs
58 signs
Accident riskCode P-32Warns of a stretch of road with a high risk of accidents.
AirfieldCode P-12Warns of an aerodrome where low-flying aircraft may cross or approach the road.
Animals on roadCode P-24Warns of a possible presence of domestic animals on the road.
ChildrenCode P-21Warns of a place frequently used by children, such as near a school.
CrossroadsCode P-2Warns of a crossroads ahead where the crossing road does not have priority.
Cycle crossingCode P-22Warns of a point where a cycle path crosses the road.
Priority signs
6 signs
End of priority roadCode R-4Marks the end of a priority road.
Give wayCode R-1Drivers must yield to traffic on the road being entered or crossed.
Give way to oncoming trafficCode R-5Priority for oncoming traffic; drivers must give way to vehicles coming from the opposite direction.
Priority over oncoming trafficCode R-6Drivers have priority over oncoming traffic at a narrow section of road.
Priority roadCode R-3Indicates the start of a road on which the driver has priority at intersections.
StopCode R-2Drivers must stop completely and yield to traffic before proceeding.
Prohibition signs
51 signs
Axle weight limit 2 4tCode R-202Entry is prohibited to vehicles whose weight per axle exceeds the indicated tonnage.
Height limit 4 2mCode R-205Entry is prohibited to vehicles taller than the indicated height.
Length limit 10mCode R-203Entry is prohibited to vehicles or vehicle combinations longer than the indicated length.
Limited parking zoneCode R-309Indicates a zone where parking is restricted or subject to limits.
Minimum following distance 70mCode R-300Vehicles must keep at least the indicated minimum distance from the vehicle ahead.
No agricultural vehiclesCode R-111Entry prohibited to agricultural motor vehicles such as tractors.
Mandatory signs
22 signs
Compulsory directions left or rightCode R-403cDrivers must turn either left or right ahead.
Compulsory directions straight or leftCode R-403bDrivers must continue straight ahead or turn left.
Compulsory directions straight or rightCode R-403aDrivers must continue straight ahead or turn right.
Compulsory lane for dangerous goods vehiclesCode R-416Vehicles carrying dangerous goods must use the lane or route indicated.
Compulsory lane for trucksCode R-406Goods vehicles must use the lane or road indicated by this sign.
Compulsory roundaboutCode R-402Vehicles must follow the direction of the roundabout indicated by the arrows.
Special regulation signs
5 signs
End of all restrictionsCode R-500End of all the prohibitions previously imposed on moving vehicles.
End of no overtakingCode R-502End of the prohibition on overtaking for vehicles other than motorcycles.
End of no overtaking for trucksCode R-503End of the prohibition on overtaking for goods vehicles.
End of no parkingCode R-504End of the parking prohibition or restriction previously indicated.
End of speed limit 60Code R-501End of the 60 km/h speed limit previously imposed.
Information signs
54 signs
CafeteriaCode S-112Indicates a cafeteria or coffee bar.
Camping and caravan siteCode S-116Indicates a site for both tents and caravans.
Caravan siteCode S-113Indicates a site for caravans.
Dead end roadCode S-15aIndicates a road that has no through exit (dead end).
Drinking waterCode S-108Indicates a supply of drinking water.
Dual carriagewayCode S-1aStart of a road for motor vehicles (autovía).
Additional panels
6 signs
Generic information panelCode S-122Blank information panel used to display location-specific messages.
Level crossing approach panelCode P-9cDistance countdown panel placed on the approach to a railway level crossing, marking the nearest stage before the crossing.
Road narrows one bandCode P-10Distance panel indicating the shortest remaining distance to a hazard, shown by a single diagonal red band.
Road narrows three bandsCode P-10Distance panel indicating the longest remaining distance to a hazard, shown by three diagonal red bands.
Road narrows two bandsCode P-10Distance panel indicating an intermediate remaining distance to a hazard, shown by two diagonal red bands.
Service area information panelCode S-127Service-area panel listing available facilities, distances and operating hours.
Signs explained
What the main sign groups mean and what to do when you see one.
Warning signs
Alert drivers to potential hazards ahead. Usually triangular with red border.12 signs
Prohibitory signs
Indicate actions that are not permitted. Usually circular with red border.7 signs
Mandatory signs
Indicate required actions or directions. Usually circular with blue background.3 signs
Priority signs
Indicate who has right of way at intersections. Various shapes and colors.5 signs
Informational signs
Provide useful information about facilities, services, and locations.6 signs
Direction signs
Guide drivers to destinations, exits, and distances.3 signs
Special zone signs
Indicate special areas like school zones, pedestrian areas, and work zones.2 signsReady for your Spain theory test?
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