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Figure 6.6 Highway sign designating a long-distance heritage route
or plastic signs (Figure 6.7). These are important parts of the design of long-
and short-distance paths. In cities, trail markings are often embedded in side-
walks and streets, and comprise medallions, brick or cobblestone stripes, or
painted waymarks (Goodey, 1975) (Figure 6.8). Similarly, markers can also be
instrumental in marking distances from one site on a route to another.
The second purpose of trail signage is to warn people of difficult condi-
tions, dangerous slopes or drop-offs, or to beware of wildlife or poisonous
plants. Caution signs are especially crucial for helping visitors avoid
Figure 6.7 Blazes marking the Pyrenean Way trail along the French-Spanish border
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