der Wallfahrtsort
Translation
place of pilgrimage, shrine
Examples
Lourdes ist ein berühmter Wallfahrtsort.
Lourdes is a famous place of pilgrimage.
Viele Pilger besuchen diesen Wallfahrtsort.
Many pilgrims visit this place of pilgrimage.
Grammar Patterns
((a place of pilgrimage)) a place to which people make pilgrimages Lourdes is a well-known place of pilgrimage.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Pilgerort (pilgrimage site), das Heiligtum (sanctuary)
Etymology
A compound of 'Wallfahrt' (pilgrimage) and 'Ort' (place). 'Wallfahrt' itself comes from 'wallen' (to wander) and 'Fahrt' (journey).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'wall' of people making a 'Fahrt' (journey) to a special 'Ort' (place).