Cracking the case of the curious fried egg traffic sign in Spain

Of Spain’s more than 400 road signs, this one is probably the weirdest and most confusing

But far from indicating an upcoming diner or truck stop, the R-3 is actually intended to advise drivers that vehicles already on that particular stretch of road have right of way over cars joining the traffic flow from a secondary road or intersection.

Could the designers not come up with something a little clearer?

What other confusing signs are out there?

Well, the list is a pretty long one, but there are definitely three stand-outs.

Firstly, the P-12, which has prompted thousands of posts and comments on social media. The sign is an important one, since it warns drivers approaching airports that there may be low-flying planes overhead, which can cause distractions due to the intense noise during take-off and landing.

The controversy isn’t about the design of the sign but rather, many motorists are left wondering what on earth the DGT expects them do if they pass under the path of a plane that’s flying too low. A Jeep versus a Jumbo Jet? No contest.

Next up is the delightful P-27, which signals the end of the road by depicting a car plunging over a cliff into the sea. Not exactly confusing, but a bit macabre for most people’s taste.

Finally, there’s the R-115, which shows a stick figure pushing what looks like a long, oddly-shaped wheelbarrow. This badly-drawn sign means people aren’t allowed to push or pull handcarts on main roads.

We’re wondering who actually needs to be told that.

Image: DGT