Wegmarkierung

trail marking, waymarking

noun VEK-mar-keer-ung Rare

Usage Note

Wegmarkierung refers to the coloured signs, blazes, or markers on trees and posts that indicate hiking trails. Germany and Austria have well-developed systems of Wegmarkierungen on their trail networks. Often used in the plural.

Examples

"Die roten Wegmarkierungen führten uns sicher durch den dichten Wald."

Natural Translation

The red trail markings guided us safely through the dense forest.

Literal Translation

The red way-markings led us safely through the dense forest.

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