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Railway signs

Swedish railway crossing signs with concise explanations.

Railway signs warn and guide road users at level crossings, including crossings with or without barriers.

A36 Railway crossing without barriers

Railway crossing without barriers

The sign means that the intersection is not protected by a barrier, and you must check that the track is clear before crossing

A35 Railway crossing with barriers

Railway crossing with barriers

The sign means that the intersection is protected by a barrier that closes when a train arrives

Y1 Red traffic light

Red traffic light

You must stop at a red railway signal. Do not cross while it is red, even if the barriers are raised.

A39 Single-track railway crossing

Single-track railway crossing

The sign means that the intersection is with one railway

A39 Multiple-track railway crossing

Multiple-track railway crossing

The sign means an intersection with more than one railway

A39 Multiple-track railway crossing

Multiple-track railway crossing

The sign means that the intersection is with multiple railways

A38 Railway crossing countdown markers

Railway crossing countdown markers

The yellow countdown markers show that you are approaching a railway crossing; they appear in sequence as the distance decreases.

Y3 Movable railway-crossing barrier

Movable railway-crossing barrier

The movable barrier closes when a train approaches. It is designed to break away if struck, reducing collision damage.

Y4 Level crossing

Level crossing

The sign warns of a level railway crossing ahead.