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Sign J11: Warning for a level crossing without barriers or gates ahead

J11 – Warning for a level crossing without barriers or gates ahead

Series: J -- Warning

Legal meaning

Level crossing without barriers.

Source: RVV 1990 annex 1 · checked 2026-10-23

Shape and colour

Triangle with a red rim and a black locomotive: warning of a level crossing without barriers.

Where the sign stands

Outside the built-up area 100–150 m before the crossing, inside it shorter, on the right; the St Andrew's cross stands right at the track.

What the exam asks about this sign

The question is what to do at a level crossing without barriers: slow down, look and listen carefully, and stop at flashing red lights or a sound signal; without lights cross only when you are sure no train is coming. Trap: candidates think they must always stop at a crossing without barriers; stopping is only required when a train approaches or the lights are on.

Exam question on this sign

Which statements about a level crossing are correct? (multiple answers possible)

  1. A crossing without barriers (sign J11) has the same flashing lights and bell as a crossing with barriers (J10)
  2. A crossing without barriers is less dangerous, so you may drive over it faster
  3. Overtaking cyclists at a level crossing can be an exception given sufficient room and visibility
  4. Overtaking just before or on a level crossing is legally prohibited, just like at a zebra crossing
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Correct answer: A crossing without barriers (sign J11) has the same flashing lights and bell as a crossing with barriers (J10); Overtaking cyclists at a level crossing can be an exception given sufficient room and visibility

Why learners get this wrong: A level crossing without barriers (recognisable by the locomotive-symbol sign) is less dangerous, so you may drive over it faster.

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