eine Wanderung machen
To go hiking
Literalmente: to make a hike
Use this phrase to sound like a local when planning any nature-based walking trip.
Em 15 segundos
- The standard German phrase for going on a nature hike.
- Uses the verb 'machen' (to make) instead of 'go'.
- Implies a planned outdoor activity with proper footwear.
Significado
This phrase is the most natural way to say you're going for a proper hike in nature. It implies you're putting on sturdy shoes and heading into the woods or mountains for a few hours.
Exemplos-chave
3 de 6Planning a weekend trip with a friend
Wollen wir am Samstag eine Wanderung im Schwarzwald machen?
Do we want to go for a hike in the Black Forest on Saturday?
Small talk with a colleague
Ich habe am Sonntag eine wunderschöne Wanderung gemacht.
I went on a beautiful hike on Sunday.
Texting a group chat
Wanderung morgen? Wer ist dabei? 🥾
Hiking tomorrow? Who's in?
Contexto cultural
Hiking became a central part of German identity during the Romantic era of the 19th century. It was seen as a way to find spiritual renewal in nature. Today, Germany maintains over 200,000 kilometers of well-marked hiking trails, reflecting this long-standing obsession.
The 'Spaziergang' Trap
Don't confuse this with 'einen Spaziergang machen'. A 'Spaziergang' is a casual walk in your jeans. A 'Wanderung' requires a backpack and at least two hours.
The Magic Word: 'Einkehr'
In Germany, a hike isn't finished until the 'Einkehr'—stopping at a rustic restaurant for a hearty meal or a cold Radler.
Em 15 segundos
- The standard German phrase for going on a nature hike.
- Uses the verb 'machen' (to make) instead of 'go'.
- Implies a planned outdoor activity with proper footwear.
What It Means
Eine Wanderung machen is the gold standard for describing a nature walk. It is more than just a quick stroll around the block. When you use this phrase, you are talking about an intentional trip. You are likely heading to a forest, a mountain, or a scenic trail. It implies fresh air, some physical effort, and probably a backpack. In English, we say "go hiking," but Germans "make a hike."
How To Use It
You treat this like any other machen expression. The verb machen changes based on who is doing the hiking. If it is just you, say ich mache. If you are with friends, say wir machen. You can add adjectives to describe the hike. A kleine Wanderung is a short one. A große Wanderung suggests you might be out all day. Just remember that Wanderung is feminine, so it is always eine.
When To Use It
Use this when planning your weekend with friends. It is perfect for small talk at the office on Monday morning. You can use it when booking a tour or asking a local for advice. It fits perfectly in a text message like: "Wollen wir morgen eine Wanderung machen?" It is a very positive, active phrase. It suggests you enjoy nature and being healthy.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this for a five-minute walk to the supermarket. That is just gehen. Do not use it for a casual city walk to see monuments. That is a Stadtbummel or Spaziergang. If you are climbing a vertical rock face with ropes, that is Klettern, not a Wanderung. Also, avoid using it if you are just walking from the parking lot to a restaurant. Germans take their hiking definitions quite seriously!
Cultural Background
Hiking is practically a national religion in Germany. It is not just exercise; it is a way to connect with the Heimat (homeland). You will see people of all ages in professional gear on Sunday mornings. There is a whole culture of Hütten (huts) where you stop for beer and snacks. If you do not own a pair of high-quality hiking boots, are you even living in Germany? It is the ultimate way to de-stress and escape the digital world.
Common Variations
You might also hear wandern gehen, which is very similar. Some people prefer eine Tour machen if it is a specific mountain route. If you are going specifically into the mountains, you say eine Bergwanderung machen. For the hardcore fans, there is Fernwandern, which means long-distance hiking over several days. No matter the variation, the goal is always the same: get outside and keep moving.
Notas de uso
This is a neutral, everyday phrase suitable for all social levels. Just ensure you use the verb 'machen' and not 'gehen' when using the noun 'Wanderung'.
The 'Spaziergang' Trap
Don't confuse this with 'einen Spaziergang machen'. A 'Spaziergang' is a casual walk in your jeans. A 'Wanderung' requires a backpack and at least two hours.
The Magic Word: 'Einkehr'
In Germany, a hike isn't finished until the 'Einkehr'—stopping at a rustic restaurant for a hearty meal or a cold Radler.
Proper Gear Matters
If you tell a German you're going on a 'Wanderung' in flip-flops, they will look at you with genuine concern for your safety.
Exemplos
6Wollen wir am Samstag eine Wanderung im Schwarzwald machen?
Do we want to go for a hike in the Black Forest on Saturday?
A classic way to propose a weekend activity.
Ich habe am Sonntag eine wunderschöne Wanderung gemacht.
I went on a beautiful hike on Sunday.
Perfect for sharing weekend highlights at work.
Wanderung morgen? Wer ist dabei? 🥾
Hiking tomorrow? Who's in?
Short, punchy, and informal for messaging.
Meine einzige Wanderung heute war der Weg zum Kühlschrank.
My only hike today was the path to the fridge.
A funny way to use the word ironically.
Die Wanderung hat mir geholfen, nach dem Stress wieder zu mir zu finden.
The hike helped me find myself again after the stress.
Shows the emotional/meditative side of hiking.
Können Sie uns eine leichte Wanderung in der Nähe empfehlen?
Can you recommend an easy hike nearby?
Useful for tourists seeking information.
Teste-se
Complete the sentence with the correct form of 'machen'.
Wir ___ morgen eine große Wanderung in den Alpen.
Since the subject is 'wir' (we), the verb must be 'machen'.
Choose the correct article for 'Wanderung'.
Ich möchte ___ Wanderung durch den Wald machen.
'Wanderung' is a feminine noun, so it requires the feminine accusative article 'eine'.
🎉 Pontuação: /2
Recursos visuais
Formality of 'eine Wanderung machen'
Used with friends and family via text or speech.
Lust auf 'ne Wanderung?
Standard usage for most social and professional settings.
Ich mache gerne eine Wanderung.
Used in tourism brochures or formal invitations.
Wir laden Sie ein, eine Wanderung zu machen.
When to use 'eine Wanderung machen'
Weekend Plans
Planning a trip to the mountains.
Small Talk
Discussing hobbies with coworkers.
Vacation
Asking a hotel concierge for trails.
Fitness
Logging an activity in a health app.
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasYes, they are very similar. 'Wandern' is the verb for the activity, while 'eine Wanderung machen' focuses on the specific event or trip.
Absolutely, as long as you're talking about leisure time. It's a very common topic for professional small talk in Germany.
No, that's a common mistake. You must use 'machen' or say 'ich gehe wandern'.
A 'Bergtour' is specifically in the high mountains and often more difficult. A 'Wanderung' can be on flat land or hills.
Usually, people expect it to be at least 1.5 to 2 hours. Anything shorter is often just called a 'Spaziergang'.
It is feminine. That's why we say eine Wanderung and not ein Wanderung.
Culturally, yes. Germans love functional outdoor clothing (like Jack Wolfskin). Showing up in jeans is often seen as 'unprepared'.
Not really. For cities, use einen Stadtbummel machen or die Stadt besichtigen. Hiking is for nature.
You would say Wir haben eine Wanderung gemacht. It uses the Perfekt tense with haben.
Yes, Wanderungen. For example: Wir haben im Urlaub viele Wanderungen gemacht (We did many hikes on vacation).
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