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marked route

[/mɑːrkt ruːt/]
nounpl: marked routes
rota marcada
1. A path or course that has been indicated or designated with visible signs, markers, or blazes for navigation or travel purposes
The hiking trail follows a marked route through the forest with red blazes on the trees.
A trilha de caminhada segue uma rota marcada pela floresta com marcas vermelhas nas árvores.
2. A predetermined path for vehicles, pedestrians, or transportation services with clear demarcation
The bus follows a marked route along Main Street every 15 minutes.
O ônibus segue uma rota marcada pela Avenida Principal a cada 15 minutos.
3. A course of travel that has been planned and identified on maps or through signage
Tourists were advised to stay on the marked route to avoid getting lost.
Os turistas foram aconselhados a permanecer na rota marcada para não se perderem.
Synonyms
designated routesignposted pathestablished coursetrailpathway
Antonyms
unmarked routeunmarked pathoff-trailundesignated course

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rota marcada
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
rota demarcada
Alternative, slightly more formal usage
São Paulo
rota sinalizada
Emphasizes signage; commonly used in urban contexts
Portugal
percurso marcado
Preferred term in European Portuguese; 'percurso' is more common than 'rota'

Related Idioms & Phrases

stay on the marked route
follow the marked route
deviate from the marked route
clearly marked route
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