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Steep ascent
What does the “Steep ascent” sign mean?
The “Steep ascent” sign belongs to the “Warning” family of the French highway code. Warning signs are triangular with a red border. They flag a hazard or obstacle ahead so the driver slows down and takes extra care.
Updated 2 July 2026
Sign name
- Français
- Montée à forte pente
- العربية
- صعود حاد
- English
- Steep ascent
Other signs in the same family
Sources: Sécurité routière (securite-routiere.gouv.fr) and service-public.fr.