Wanderpfad

hiking trail, walking path

noun VAN-der-pfaht Rare

Usage Note

Wanderpfad is a marked trail intended for leisure walking or hiking. Unlike Wanderweg (which is broader and often signed by official clubs), Wanderpfad stresses a narrower, more natural track and is commonly used in tourism brochures.

Examples

"Ein beschilderter Wanderpfad führt rund um den See."

Natural Translation

A signposted hiking trail runs around the lake.

Literal Translation

A signposted hiking-path leads around the lake.

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