M3
Long dashed warning line
When you see a long broken line, this means that it is inadvisable to overtake vehicles
Road markings
Swedish road markings with a concise explanation for every marking.
Road markings divide lanes, guide traffic and communicate requirements or restrictions directly on the road surface.
M2
Road edge line
Small dashed lines indicate the edge of the road and you should not drive over it
M1
Centre line
The dividing line between driving lanes: You must not drive in the lane coming from the other end
M1
Lane lines
These lines separate driving lanes and you should not drive over them except when overtaking
M17
Road-hump markings
Squares indicate that there are bumps in the road and you should slow down, and there are often pedestrian crossings
M10
Dashed line and solid line
Continuous line = preventing overtaking by the traffic that has the line and allowing the traffic that has the broken line to overtake
M5
Bicycle path separation line
The line indicates the bicycle path and all vehicles are prohibited from driving on it
M6
Public-transport lane line
The lines separate the bus path from other vehicles, and you should not drive in the bus path
M7
Markings for opposing lanes
The markings separate two opposing directions of travel.
M8
Solid centre line
The buffer line in the middle of the road, if it is continuous, means it is forbidden to overtake and step on the line
M11
Warning line and continuous line
A long, broken line indicates that overtaking is inadvisable, and a continuous line means that overtaking is prohibited
M10
Dashed line and solid line
A broken line allows vehicles to overtake, and a long broken line means overtaking is inappropriate
M21
No stopping or parking
A continuous yellow kerb line means that both stopping and parking are prohibited.
M22
No parking line
A dashed yellow kerb line means parking is prohibited; brief stopping to pick up or drop off passengers is permitted.
M23
Yellow restriction markings
Yellow zigzag lines are to support and confirm the area of continuous or dashed yellow lines
M13
Stop line
The stop line is at the STOP sign at traffic lights and before you enter a main road
M24
Parking bay
The vehicle parking square is in the designated parking lots, and you must park your vehicle inside the white square
M20
Lane-change arrow
Change driving lane arrow when the current driving lane ends and you must switch to the other lane
M16
Bicycle crossing
The paired dotted lines mark a bicycle crossing or cycle passage.
M15
Pedestrian crossing
The broad white stripes mark a pedestrian crossing, commonly found on streets and at junctions.
M14
Give-way triangles
Priority triangles are placed before entering a main road or at roundabouts
M19
End of acceleration lane
The hatched area appears shortly before an acceleration lane ends. Vehicles must not drive on it.
M19
Lane-direction arrows
These arrows are drawn in the driving lanes to show the driver the direction of the lane
M18
Give-way triangle
A warning triangle is drawn on the ground to indicate that you are approaching an intersection and that you are obligated to give way
M26
Bicycle path
The road marking identifies a cycle lane or cycle path; motor vehicles must not use it.
M34
Pedestrian or living-street marking
The road marking identifies a pedestrian or living-street area where pedestrians and children may be present.
M28
Bus-lane marking
The marking identifies a lane reserved for buses or other public transport. Other vehicles must not use it unless permitted.
M29
Road speed marking
The road marking displays the applicable or recommended speed, often near schools and play areas.
M30
Route number
The road marking shows the number of the road or motorway on which you are travelling.
M31
Loading area
The road marking designates an area for loading and unloading goods.
M32
Stop for signal
It applies if the traffic light is red or broken, if you want to drive towards it
M33
Parking for people with disabilities
The marking reserves the parking space for an authorised person with a disability permit.
M34
School and children
The road marking warns of a school and children. Slow down and pay close attention.