This is the 7166th most frequent German word.
fußmarsch
"Fußmarsch" means "march on foot" or "walking journey."
In this usage, 'Fußmarsch' refers to the physical act of walking as a hike to a specific destination, emphasizing the effort and duration required.
Der Fußmarsch zum Gipfel dauerte drei Stunden.
The hike to the summit took three hours.
Here, 'Fußmarsch' highlights the alternative means of transportation during the inconvenience, denoting a purposeful journey on foot.
Aufgrund des Bahnstreiks entschied ich mich für einen Fußmarsch zur Arbeit.
Due to the train strike, I opted for a walk to work.
In this sentence, 'Fußmarsch' conveys the physical exertion from extended walking, emphasizing its impact on well-being.