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Pilgerweg

pilgrimage route, pilgrim's way

noun PIL-ger-vayk Rare
Travel & Places Landmarks

Usage Note

Pilgerweg is a marked route traditionally followed by religious pilgrims (Pilger). Germany has numerous historic Pilgerwege to Marian shrines and cathedrals, and many intersect with the European Jakobsweg network.

Examples

"Der Pilgerweg führt über drei Bundesländer bis zur Kathedrale von Trier."

Natural Translation

The pilgrimage route passes through three federal states to the Cathedral of Trier.

Literal Translation

The pilgrimage way leads over three federal states to the Cathedral of Trier.

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