hiker
der Wanderer, die Wanderer
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hiker
A person who walks longer distances for pleasure, as a sport, or for recreation, usually in nature, such as in forests or mountains.
Eine Gruppe von Wanderern machte eine Pause auf dem Berggipfel.
A group of hikers took a break on the mountain peak.
| gender | masculine der |
|---|---|
| plural | die Wanderer |
| genitive | des Wanderers |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Wanderer | die Wanderer |
| accusative | den Wanderer | die Wanderer |
| dative | dem Wanderer | den Wanderern |
| genitive | des Wanderers | der Wanderer |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
'Der Wanderer' (the hiker) is derived directly from the verb 'wandern' (to hike). The ending '-er' forms the male person who performs the activity here. You will find this pattern with many German verbs (e.g., fahren -> der Fahrer).
Wer gern wandert, ist ein Wanderer.
Someone who likes hiking is a hiker.
The word 'Wanderer' (hiker) is closely connected with nature and recreation. You typically meet hikers 'in den Bergen' (in the mountains), 'im Wald' (in the forest), or 'auf einem Wanderweg' (on a hiking trail).
Auf dem Wanderweg trafen wir viele andere Wanderer.
On the hiking trail, we met many other hikers.
Common combinations are 'eine Gruppe von Wanderern' (a group of hikers), 'ein erfahrener Wanderer' (an experienced hiker), or 'einem Wanderer begegnen' (to encounter a hiker).
Ein erfahrener Wanderer kennt die Gefahren in den Bergen.
An experienced hiker knows the dangers in the mountains.
walker
A Wanderer usually walks longer distances, often in a natural setting such as a forest or the mountains. A Spaziergänger generally takes a shorter, ordinary walk for relaxation, although the meanings can overlap. Use Wanderer for a longer outing in nature and Spaziergänger for a leisurely walk.
Nach sechs Stunden im Bergwald war der Wanderer müde, aber zufrieden.
After six hours in the mountain forest, the hiker was tired but satisfied.
Nach zwanzig Minuten im Stadtpark kehrte der Spaziergänger entspannt nach Hause zurück.
After twenty minutes in the city park, the walker returned home feeling relaxed.
