G19 – Snow chains mandatory on at least two driving wheels

Road sign G19 is a mandatory regulatory sign indicating that under winter conditions vehicles are allowed to drive only if snow chains are fitted on at least two of their driving wheels The sign aims to ensure safe driving on snowy or icy road surfaces by preventing skidding loss of traction and road accidents
Once the sign is placed driving without snow chains on the required wheels is prohibited Violating this rule may result in penalties and increased risk to both the driver and other road users
Visually the G19 sign is circular with a blue background and a white symbol of a car wheel fitted with a snow chain The symbol clearly represents the requirement to use snow chains in the specified section of the road
Standard dimensions of the sign are
600 mm for use within populated areas
900 mm for use outside populated areas and on mountain roads
It is placed in areas with frequent or severe winter conditions such as mountain passes steep roads or regions with heavy winter traffic
The main purpose of the G19 sign is to enhance road safety during winter by mandating the use of snow chains which improve traction and vehicle stability