Liiklusmärkidele

Liiklusmärkidele refers to traffic signs in Estonian. These signs are an essential part of road infrastructure, providing guidance, warnings, and regulatory information to drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Their primary purpose is to ensure the safety and efficiency of traffic flow.

Traffic signs are generally categorized into several main groups. Warning signs alert road users to potential hazards ahead, such as curves, intersections, or animal crossings. They often have a triangular shape with a red border and a pictogram illustrating the danger. Regulatory signs, on the other hand, impose restrictions or give commands. These include speed limits, prohibition signs (like "no entry" or "no parking"), and mandatory signs (such as "turn left only"). These signs are typically circular or rectangular.

Informatory signs provide helpful information, such as directions to towns, destinations, or services like parking or hospitals. They can also indicate the end of a restriction or a zone. The shape and color of informatory signs vary depending on their specific function, with blue and green often being prominent colors.

The correct understanding and adherence to traffic signs are crucial for preventing accidents and maintaining order on the roads. Traffic signs are standardized internationally to a large extent, although specific designs and symbols may vary slightly between countries. In Estonia, as in most European countries, traffic signs follow the Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals conventions, ensuring a level of uniformity for international travelers. Their placement is carefully considered to be visible and understandable in time for road users to react appropriately.