New signpost in Plön: Tourists finally find the toilet!

tourists at the ferry pier at Lake Große Plön in Plön had had great difficulties in the past time to find the public toilet. In order to counteract this problem, a new, blue-light sign with the inscription "toilet (marketplace)" has now been installed. With this measure, the way to the toilet should be signaled more clearly. Many visitors had often got lost beforehand and were unsure where the toilet required.

residents reported that in the past they had left numerous tourists on their private toilets, since there was no clear sign that pointed out the public toilet. The new sign was attached on time at the beginning of the Easter holidays and is perceived by the residents as a welcome relief. The residents had already pointed out the city administration and the tourist information several times.

Further information on toilet labels

It is interesting that the topic of toilet labels does not only cause difficulties in Plön. In many countries there are different symbols and languages ​​that are used on toilet doors. In Poland, a circle for women and a triangle for men can often be seen, although the origin of these forms is unclear, but there are various theories about body shapes or the planets of Venus (female) and Mars (male). In Catalonia, the terms "Dones" (women) and "homes" (men) are used.

In addition, an overview of various labels on toilets in other countries shows that the terminology differs significantly. In the UK, the term "lavatory" is used, while "residual room" is common in the USA. In France you will find "Femmes/Hommes" or "Mesdames/Messieurs", while in Italy "Bagno, Signore/Signora" and in Spain "Baño, Señoras/Caballeros" are common. In Turkey, “Tuvalet, Bayan/Bey” and “Mužy/Ženy” are used in the Czech Republic. Unisex toilets are also available, but often with inconsistent labels.