If you have trouble with the language, some would say that's much less complicated than trying to work out what some of Europe's road signs mean.
So, if you’re planning a road trip, understanding these unusual signs could prevent bumps in the road - or a fine.
![Road sign in Germany](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a06f21_eee59741bbc149a79606d53d31b0c5ae~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_147,h_107,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/a06f21_eee59741bbc149a79606d53d31b0c5ae~mv2.jpg)
Remember the expression about what bears do in the woods? Well, it doesn't apply to you! If you’re caught short in Germany and see this sign, hard luck: there’s absolutely no urinating or defecating in nature allowed. Better to cross your legs and wait till you find a service station.
![Road sign in Spain](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a06f21_e88009f979de4cc0ac22cff26e10af6d~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_108,h_108,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/a06f21_e88009f979de4cc0ac22cff26e10af6d~mv2.jpg)
If you're in Spain and you spot this sign, it doesn't mean that you're heading in the right direction for band rehearsals. It's actually a sign banning the use of honking.
![Road sign in Portugal](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a06f21_a09c29fe37714ce29f8e66f804aae5f4~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_107,h_107,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/a06f21_a09c29fe37714ce29f8e66f804aae5f4~mv2.jpg)
This sign means no hand carts or wheelbarrows are allowed - so don’t forget to leave yours at home.
![Road sign in France](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a06f21_0c828949048b407d86a7dafbe83c509f~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_115,h_115,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/a06f21_0c828949048b407d86a7dafbe83c509f~mv2.jpg)
This one is not a ban on cars self-combusting or a warning that it's about to happen to you. This French road sign is a warning to steer clear should your vehicle contain any dangerous loads or hazardous materials.
![Road sign in Norway](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a06f21_0988137e77d7474f83577eeaabe50dda~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_115,h_102,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,blur_2,enc_auto/a06f21_0988137e77d7474f83577eeaabe50dda~mv2.jpg)
You’ll see this sign in areas of Norway where moose like to hang out. So, keep your eyes peeled and drive cautiously.