What does the Steep Ascent sign mean?
Sign Steep Ascent (No. 1.11) means: Warning of a steep uphill gradient. Downshift in time.
Steep Ascent – Key Rule
Priority to uphill vehicles at narrow sections.
Steep Ascent – Category Danger Signs
Danger signs warn of hazards on the road. They are triangular with a red border.
Why know Steep Ascent?
Signs like Steep Ascent 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 Steep Ascent sign apply?
Sign Steep Ascent (No. 1.11) applies on public roads in Switzerland under the SSV (Road Signage Ordinance). It belongs to the category Danger Signs.
