Escape sign luminaire with impact-resistant cover for escape route lighting with universal pictogram set. The housing is suitable for wall mounting and is made of powder-coated sheet steel. For the self-contained emergency luminaire with LED light source, a battery integrated into the luminaire serves as a backup power source. The rated operating time can be selected via a switch (3h / 8h). The high protection class of the luminaire allows it to be used outdoors. The construction of the luminaire is ball-proof according to DIN 18032 part 3. A heating device is included to protect the accumulator from low temperatures. This makes the luminaire suitable for use in areas with ambient temperatures below 0 °C.