Usage Note
Hügelland is a geographic zone of rolling hills (Hügel) lower and more rounded than a Mittelgebirge. Much of the German countryside between river valleys is Hügelland, favoured for vineyards and mixed farming.
Examples
"Das sanfte Hügelland der Schwäbischen Alb zieht viele Radwanderer an."
Natural Translation
The gentle hilly country of the Swabian Alb attracts many cycle tourists.
Literal Translation
The gentle hilly land of the Swabian Alb draws many cycling hikers.
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