Pedestrian Zone – Regulatory Signs Switzerland Sign 2.59.3
Sign 2.59.3
Regulatory Signs

Pedestrian Zone

Sign 2.59.3 · SSV/SVG Switzerland · Regulatory Signs

Marks a zone reserved exclusively for pedestrians.

⚡ Remember: Bicycles may generally only be walked!
pedestrian zone regulatory sign

What does the Pedestrian Zone sign mean?

Sign Pedestrian Zone (No. 2.59.3) means: Marks a zone reserved exclusively for pedestrians.

Pedestrian Zone – Key Rule

Bicycles may generally only be walked!

Pedestrian Zone – Category Regulatory Signs

Regulatory signs prescribe or prohibit certain behaviour. They are usually round.

Why know Pedestrian Zone?

Signs like Pedestrian Zone are the foundation for understanding traffic situations. The Swiss driving licence test assesses your ability to interpret these situations correctly – knowing your signs means understanding the road.

Where does the Pedestrian Zone sign apply?

Sign Pedestrian Zone (No. 2.59.3) applies on public roads in Switzerland under the SSV (Road Signage Ordinance). It belongs to the category Regulatory Signs.

Pedestrian Zone – Foundation for Road Comprehension

Understanding signs like Pedestrian Zone (No. 2.59.3) is the foundation for reading traffic situations – which is exactly what the Swiss driving licence test assesses.

Key facts:

  • Sign number: 2.59.3
  • Category: Regulatory Signs
  • Meaning: Marks a zone reserved exclusively for pedestrians.
  • Key rule: Bicycles may generally only be walked!

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