Confusion on the road: Is the 100 km/h sign rotating in Wolfurt?

Confusion on the road: Is the 100 km/h sign rotating in Wolfurt?

A mysteriously twisted traffic sign is currently causing a stir on the A14 near Wolfurt. The sign reading “100 Ozone” was turned sideways and caught the attention of motorists, especially given the current construction site and associated 60 km/h speed limit. Gerald Gröger, highway supervisor at the Hohenems highway maintenance department, confirmed the existence of the sign for 17 years and clarified that the condition of the sign was only as it was due to an order from the responsible authority. After VOL.AT's request, Asfinag reacted quickly and covered the sign to avoid possible misunderstandings. “It’s now done,” explained Gröger, relieving road users’ worries and questions about possible new speed limits.

Traffic signs and their dimensions

The lack of clarity about the sign also raises questions about the meaning and size of traffic signs. According to the regulations of the General Administrative Regulations for Road Traffic Regulations (VwV-StVO), the dimensions of traffic signs vary depending on their shape and the maximum permitted speed. For example, size 2 triangles have a side length of 900 mm and the size of traffic control boards is usually 1600 mm x 1250 mm. It is important that these signs are clearly visible and understandable to ensure safe traffic management. In addition, the traffic sign catalog (VzKat) regulates the exact dimensions and sizes for special sign shapes and additional signs, which is of great importance for the safety of road users STVO2Go.de emphasized.