noun
pedestrian zone, pedestrian precinct
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Fußgängerzone: feminine noun (die Fußgängerzone) meaning 'pedestrian zone' or 'pedestrian precinct'. Plural Fußgängerzonen (adds -en). Refers to car-free shopping/urban areas where pedestrians have priority. Declines regularly; dative plural den Fußgängerzonen. Common on signs indicating restricted vehicle access, often 'pedestrian area'.
Examples
Die Polizei kontrollierte in der Fußgängerzone die Taschen, obwohl viele Touristinnen und Touristen überrascht gewesen waren.
The police checked the bags in the pedestrian zone, although many tourists had been surprised.
Die Fußgängerzone befindet sich in der Stadt.
The pedestrian zone is located in the city.
Die Fußgängerzone ist sonntags sehr lebhaft.
The pedestrian zone is very lively on Sundays.
Details
Mnemonics
Imagine a street blocked to cars with benches and cafés — a wide sign reads 'Fußgängerzone'.
Feminine: 'die Fußgängerzone' — think of 'die Zone' which is feminine.
Notes
Common urban term for car-free shopping streets. Plural: Fußgängerzonen.