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Limesverlauf

course of the Roman Limes (frontier wall)

noun LEE-mes-fer-lowf Rare
Travel & Places Landmarks

Origin: from Latin 'limes'

Usage Note

Limesverlauf refers to the line or route followed by the ancient Roman frontier fortification across Germany. The Obergermanisch-Raetische Limes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site; waymarked hiking routes follow its course.

Examples

"Ein Wanderweg entlang des Limesverlaufs führt durch Bayern und Baden-Württemberg."

Natural Translation

A hiking trail along the course of the Limes passes through Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.

Literal Translation

A hiking path along the Limes course leads through Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg.

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