Nachsaison

off-season (late), post-season

noun NAKH-zeh-zong Rare

Origin: from French saison

Usage Note

Nachsaison is the quieter period after the peak tourist or sports season, roughly September–October. Travel in the Nachsaison can offer better value and fewer crowds. Opposite of Hauptsaison.

Examples

"In der Nachsaison sind die Strände deutlich ruhiger."

Natural Translation

In the off-season the beaches are noticeably quieter.

Literal Translation

In the post-season are the beaches noticeably quieter.

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