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To arrive at a specific place or destination, often after a longer journey. The word is frequently used in the context of vacations, conferences, or events.
Die meisten Gäste werden bereits am Freitag anreisen.
Most of the guests will arrive on Friday already.
'Anreisen' (to arrive) is a separable verb. The prefix 'an-' comes at the end in a main clause, while in a subordinate clause it remains attached to the verb.
Die Teilnehmer reisen aus der ganzen Welt an.
The participants arrive from all over the world.
Since 'anreisen' (to arrive) describes movement toward a destination, the perfect tense is always formed with the auxiliary verb 'sein' (to be).
Wir sind gestern Abend im Hotel angereist.
We arrived at the hotel yesterday evening.
It is often specified where someone arrives from or by what means they travel. Typical phrases are 'mit dem Zug anreisen' (to arrive by train) or 'aus dem Ausland anreisen' (to arrive from abroad).
Viele Besucher sind extra für das Festival mit dem Auto angereist.
Many visitors traveled by car especially for the festival.
to travel
'reisen' and 'anreisen' both describe movement over a longer distance. 'reisen' is general and emphasizes the journey itself or being on the move. 'anreisen', on the other hand, emphasizes arrival at a specific destination, often at a hotel, conference, concert, or event. The words are easy to confuse because you 'anreisen' by 'reisen'. If you are speaking generally about vacation or getting around, 'reisen' fits. If the destination and the time of arrival are important, 'anreisen' is more precise.
Die Teilnehmer reisen schon am Freitag zur Konferenz an.
The participants are arriving at the conference on Friday already.
Viele Menschen reisen gern, um neue Städte und Kulturen kennenzulernen.
Many people like to travel in order to get to know new cities and cultures.