Turn Left – Regulatory Signs Switzerland Sign 2.38
Sign 2.38
Regulatory Signs

Turn Left

Sign 2.38 · SSV/SVG Switzerland · Regulatory Signs

Requires the driver to turn left at the indicated point.

⚡ Remember: Turn is mandatory at the indicated point!
turn left regulatory sign

What does the Turn Left sign mean?

Sign Turn Left (No. 2.38) means: Requires the driver to turn left at the indicated point.

Turn Left – Key Rule

Turn is mandatory at the indicated point!

Turn Left – Category Regulatory Signs

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

Why know Turn Left?

Signs like Turn Left 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 Turn Left sign apply?

Sign Turn Left (No. 2.38) applies on public roads in Switzerland under the SSV (Road Signage Ordinance). It belongs to the category Regulatory Signs.

Turn Left – Foundation for Road Comprehension

Understanding signs like Turn Left (No. 2.38) is the foundation for reading traffic situations – which is exactly what the Swiss driving licence test assesses.

Key facts:

  • Sign number: 2.38
  • Category: Regulatory Signs
  • Meaning: Requires the driver to turn left at the indicated point.
  • Key rule: Turn is mandatory at the indicated point!

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