Sign 2.58, the "End of Previous Restriction(s)", is crucial for understanding changes in traffic rules. It signifies that a previously indicated restriction, such as a speed limit or parking prohibition, has concluded. After passing this sign, you must adhere to the next applicable traffic rule, general Swiss road regulations, or the current road layout. Always be attentive to following signs, road markings, or traffic lights that may introduce new instructions.
This sign is crucial for understanding when a previously imposed restriction, such as a speed limit or parking ban, is no longer in effect according to Swiss traffic legislation. Accurate road sign interpretation is vital for successful theory test revision and safe driving.
This catalogue entry is used for a mandatory instruction, speed rule, stopping or parking control, lane or path assignment, or zone boundary. It tells drivers what action is required, restricted, started, or ended at that point in the road layout. A professional interpretation should connect the sign to the correct lane, path, bay, zone, or end sign, then check panels, arrows, vehicle symbols, and markings before deciding what is allowed. Official catalogue code: 2.58.
The "End of previous restriction(s)" sign marks the point where the previous previous restriction rule no longer applies. Continue under the next posted rule, the general road rule, and the visible road layout. Catalogue code 2.58.
Get clear, practical answers to the most common questions about the 2.58 - End of previous restriction(s) road sign. Learn how the sign works, what rules it represents, and how it affects real driving situations. This FAQ strengthens your understanding and supports accurate decision making for the Swiss driving theory exam in Switzerland.
This sign indicates that a specific rule you were following, like a temporary speed limit or a parking restriction, is no longer in effect. You should then follow the next posted sign, the general rules for the road in Switzerland, or instructions from the road layout itself. It's a signal to be ready for new regulations.
You'll usually see this sign after a stretch of road where a specific rule was in place. For example, it might appear after a temporary speed limit zone, a restricted parking area, or a mandatory lane direction. Its placement is key to understanding which rule has ended.
Upon seeing the "End of Previous Restriction(s)" sign, you should acknowledge that the prior restriction is lifted. Then, immediately scan for any new signs, road markings, or changes in the road layout that indicate the next rule you must follow, whether it's a new speed limit, a different parking condition, or a change in lane usage.
A common trap is assuming that because a restriction has ended, you can automatically revert to a higher speed or a more permissive action without checking for a new rule. Learners might forget to look for the *next* instruction. The theory test often checks if you understand that sign 2.58 simply means the old rule is off, but a new one might be immediately on.
No, it specifically means that the *immediately preceding* restriction has ended. There might be other general rules or new, specific restrictions posted further along the road. You always need to be aware of the current traffic situation and any subsequent signs or markings.
A clear reference image of the 2.58 - End of previous restriction(s) road sign used in Switzerland.

The 2.58 - End of previous restriction(s) road sign may also be known by these alternative names or terms.
The 2.58 - End of previous restriction(s) road sign is part of the Swiss Mandatory and Parking Signs category, which groups together signs with similar rules and functions.
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