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Route marker sign
Symbols on route marker signs may be shown on other direction signs. Route marker signs indicating route numbers may show the letters N
When you see the sign
Use the symbol on vegruteskilt 723.63 to identify and follow the relevant route. Look for the same symbol on subsequent direction signs, and move into the correct lane when the route changes direction.
Rules
- The sign identifies a specific route and may be repeated along the route.
- The symbol from the vegruteskilt may be displayed on other direction signs to indicate which direction the route continues.
- The sign itself does not require you to travel in a particular direction, give priority, or use a specific lane.
- Any arrows, destinations and lane information on the direction sign must be followed to find the correct route onward.
Tips
- Take note of the route symbol so that you can quickly recognise it at the next junction.
- Look for the symbol early on orientation signs and direction signs, especially at complicated junctions.
- Do not wait until the actual exit to change lanes if the signs show that the route continues in another lane.
- Check both the route symbol and the destination, as several routes may be signposted at the same junction.
Common misconceptions
- Thinking that the vegruteskilt is an advance direction sign showing exactly where to turn.
- Interpreting the sign as a requirement or as information about priority.
- Following a familiar place name while overlooking that the route symbol points towards another lane or another exit.
Test yourself
Easy
What is the main meaning of this sign?
- AIt shows the exact exit you should use at the next intersection.
- BIt requires a particular direction of travel through the next intersection.
- CIt identifies a particular road route that may be marked further along the road.
- DIt shows that you have priority over other traffic through the next intersection.
Medium
You want to continue on the route marked with this symbol. On a lane-direction board, the symbol is above the right lane, while the destination you know is above the left lane. What should you do?
- AYou should remain in either lane because the symbol applies to the entire carriageway.
- BYou should choose the left lane and follow the destination you already know.
- CYou should choose the right lane and follow the arrows showing the route’s continuation.
- DYou should stop before the intersection because the symbol does not show a direction of travel.
Hard
You are driving an ordinary passenger car without dangerous goods and see this symbol on a direction sign. What does this particular variant mean?
- AIt marks a tourist road for passenger cars, without indicating how goods transport should travel.
- BIt marks a route intended for all heavy traffic, without allowing passenger cars to use it.
- CIt marks a route intended for the transport of dangerous goods, without requiring passenger cars to use it.
- DIt marks a diversion route for all traffic, without indicating a particular vehicle group.
Theory test tip
In the theory test, the sign may be confused with an orienteringstavle or vegviser. Remember that the vegruteskilt primarily identifies the route; arrows, destinations and lane indications show where you actually need to drive.
Did you know
Route symbols can be incorporated into other direction signs. This allows the driver to follow the same route through several junctions without a standalone vegruteskilt having to be installed each time.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to turn when I see vegruteskilt 723.63?
Not because of the vegruteskilt alone. Any arrow or other direction information shows whether the route continues straight ahead or changes direction.
Does the sign give priority?
No. Priority is determined by separate traffic signs, traffic rules, signals or road markings.
Can the symbol appear on an orienteringstavle or vegviser?
Yes. The symbol may be displayed on other direction signs to help the driver follow the relevant route.
Is this the same as a kjørefeltvegviser?
No. A kjørefeltvegviser shows which destinations specific lanes are intended for, while the vegruteskilt identifies the route itself.
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