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A sentinel peak; a pristine alpine tarn; verdant spires on granite shelves… They combine for perfection in the backcountry of Oregon, another jewel of the American West.
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First snow on the Engadin mountains. View across Lake Silvaplana to Piz de la Margna, Engadin, Grisons, Switzerland.
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View to the SW from Avalanche Peak, New Zealand. Dappled light on a beautiful day! Tough hike to get here but well worth it. The mountains are rising fast (being on a plate boundary), and are wearing down fast as well! This area drains into the Waimakariri River, an amazing watercourse that is so choked with sediment of all sizes that it can be a mile wide in places and has channels that change their course over time. A classic example of a braided river. In the southern hemisphere, the snow lasts longest on south-facing slopes like that just below.
Morning hike along Tannensee towards Tannalp, Obwalden, Switzerland.
Surface elevation: 1,976 m.
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Bow Lake, located about 30 minutes north of Lake Louise, is one of the largest lakes in Banff National Park. Sitting at an elevation of 1,920 meters, it is fed by meltwater from the Bow Glacier in the Wapta Icefield. On a calm day, the lake’s clear, aquamarine waters create a near-perfect reflection of Bow Summit. A stunning stop along the Icefields Parkway.
Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
I took the photo in September 2014, when I did the "5 Lakes Hike" in the Pizol area, one of the most popular and beautiful hiking trails in Switzerland. The photo shows the Wildsee, one of the 5 lakes. The entire hike takes about 4.5 hours.
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Flaz river near Pontresina / Punt Muragl, Engadin, Switzerland.
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Savièse, Valais, Switzerland. View towards Sanetsch Pass (left).
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Bernina Pass, view across Lago Bianco, located in Grisons, Eastern Switzerland.
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Hiking in the Bernese Alps, starting with a cable car ride from Hasliberg to Mägisalp, Switzerland, and ending at Alpen Tower / Planplatten.
This is for me the typical Swiss scenery many tourist like to see when visiting Switzerland. High, rugged mountains covered with snow and glaciers, some cows grazing on green alpine meadows. And of course the clear and clean air.
I also love this landscape, and there is nothing more beautiful than hiking and enjoying such a scenery.
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Bulnes é uma pequena aldeia situada no maciço central dos Picos de Europa, no concelho de Cabrales, nas Astúrias. É um lugar isolado e tranquilo, rodeado de montanhas impressionantes, como o Picu Urriellu ou Naranjo de Bulnes. Para chegar a Bulnes, só há duas opções: ir a pé por um trilho pedregoso que parte de Poncebos, ou usar o funicular subterrâneo que atravessa a rocha em 7 minutos.
Bulnes is a small village located in the central massif of the Picos de Europa, in the municipality of Cabrales in Asturias. It is a secluded and peaceful place, surrounded by impressive mountains such as the Picu Urriellu or Naranjo de Bulnes. To get to Bulnes, there are only two options: walk along a stony path from Poncebos, or use the underground funicular that crosses the rock in 7 minutes.
Tre Cime di Lavaredo, located in the Eastern Dolomites in Northern Italy. The amazing north face of Cima Grande (in the middle) is more than 500 m high and partly overhanging. It was successfully climbed for the first time in 1933.
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View from Planplatten / Alpen-Tower above Hasliberg, Canton of Bern, Switzerland.
Wendenstöcke (background, middle) and Sustenhorn (far right).
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In the backcountry of the American West, deep in the mountains, I witnessed a sunset so stunningly extraordinary that… well… there are no words… I'll just leave it at that.
~ Greg
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I took this picture in the early afternoon towards the end of the 4 hours hike around the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Located in the Eastern Dolomites in Northern Italy.
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Eastern part of Fee Glacier (Feegletscher) seen from Längfluh Cable Car station (2,870 m). The Fee Glacier as a whole is a lot bigger, this is only one section of it.
The town of Saas-Fee is visible on the left,
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Morning hike along Tannensee towards Tannalp, Obwalden, Switzerland.
Surface elevation: 1,976 m.
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On the shore of an alpine lake, a lucky camper (me) found the veritable Sweet Spot… Paradisiacal camping. Eagle Cap, Oregon
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Lagh da Palü is a lake below Piz Palü in the Swiss canton of Grisons/Graubünden. Elevation: 1,923 m. Water from Palü Glacier feeds into the lake and creates the typical green blue milky color. In 1926, a dam was built in order to use the lake as a reservoir.
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Morning hike along Tannensee towards Tannalp, Obwalden, Switzerland.
Surface elevation: 1,976 m.
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Alpine scenery near Engelberg, Switzerland. I was hiking the so-called Walenpfad, which is an amazing hiking trail between Engelberg and Bannalp / Bannalpsee.
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Lake Misurina (1,754 m above sea level), located in the Dolomites, Italy. In the background: The famous Tre Cime di Lavaredo (Three Peaks, Drei Zinnen).
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Scene captured at Les Laquettes, in the Néouvielle Nature Reserve. In the foreground, a marshy area with tall grasses and partially submerged rocks. The still water reflects the blue sky and the wooded slopes of the range. In the background, the mountain is covered with pines and rocky outcrops. A high-altitude landscape blending aquatic vegetation, granite, and forest, bathed in light.
The region of Davos, Klosters and Parsenn (located in the Canton of Graubünden/Grisons, Switzerland) is very popular for hiking. However, even more people like the area for skiing in the winter season.
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I took the picture during a hike around the stunning Tre Cime di Lavaredo in September last year. Located in the Eastern Dolomites in Northern Italy.
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Hiking from Strela-Pass up to Weissfluhjoch (2,693 m).
The well developed trail is an invitation for mountain bikers to enjoy a fast downhill ride. This is somewhat stressy and annoying for the hikers on the trail, particularly in the high season.
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Seen between Wildhaus/Toggenburg and Voralp/Grabs, Switzerland.
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View towards Weissfluh summit (2,843 m), which can be reached by the Parsenn Funicular and cable car from Davos, Grisons, in Eastern Switzerland.
After having taken this photo near Strela-Pass, I walked up to Weissfluhjoch (2,693 m), which is visible on the right of Weissfluh summit.
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Close to the village of Arsha in the Kazbegi region lies the Arsha Waterfall, about five kilometers from Stepantsminda Kazbegi. The hike to the waterfall is considered easy and typically takes three to four hours. The trail is unpaved but well-trodden, surrounded by lush meadows, and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The waterfall is one of the lesser-known natural attractions in the area, contributing to its untouched and serene atmosphere. A bit further along is the Toti Waterfall, accessible via a steep trail that passes above the Arsha Waterfall. This waterfall offers spectacular panoramic views and is an ideal spot for a picnic. Visitors can enjoy the tranquility, the breathtaking nature, and even take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear water. For adventure seekers, it's possible to continue the hike to the nearby Gergeti Glacier, making the journey a full-day excursion.
The journey to the waterfall close to the village of Arsha in the Kazbegi region is a true challenge, yet also a breathtaking experience. The trail winds through rugged, arid terrain with steep inclines and loose rocks. Hikers must be well-prepared, as certain sections can be demanding and exhausting. The Toti Waterfall is less known and therefore quieter, adding to its pristine and serene atmosphere. The Toti Waterfall cascades down a steep rock face, surrounded by rugged cliffs and alpine vegetation. The crystal-clear water and stunning surroundings make it an ideal spot for nature lovers and hikers seeking adventure. The waterfall is accessible via a steep trail that runs above the Arsha Waterfall, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and valleys along the way.
Nabij het dorp Arsha in de Kazbegi-regio ligt de Arsha-waterval, op ongeveer vijf kilometer van Stepantsminda Kazbegi. De wandeling naar de waterval wordt als eenvoudig beschouwd en duurt doorgaans drie tot vier uur. Het pad is ongebaand maar goed begaanbaar, omringd door weelderige weiden en biedt prachtige uitzichten op de omliggende bergen. Toch blijft de tocht een ware uitdaging, maar tegelijkertijd een prachtige ervaring. Het landschap verandert geleidelijk van glooiende weiden naar ruigere, drogere grond met steile hellingen en losse stenen. Wandelaars moeten goed voorbereid zijn, want sommige delen van de route kunnen veeleisend en vermoeiend zijn. Maar eenmaal aangekomen, wacht de beloning: een verkoelende bries van de waterval en een adembenemend uitzicht. Op de foto is te zien hoe Kanitha, na een avontuurlijke klim, aankomt bij de Arsha-waterval, gelegen in het ruige, bergachtige landschap van Kazbegi. De waterval op de voorgrond vormt een sterk contrast met het dorre terrein, wat bijdraagt aan de ongerepte en serene sfeer. De steile hellingen en ongerepte wildernis onderstrepen zowel de uitdaging als de ongekende schoonheid van deze afgelegen plek. Nog iets verder ligt de Toti-waterval, bereikbaar via een steil pad dat bovenlangs de Arsha-waterval loopt. De Toti-waterval stort zich vanaf een steile rotswand naar beneden, omringd door ruige kliffen en alpiene vegetatie. Het kristalheldere water en de indrukwekkende omgeving maken het een ideale plek voor natuurliefhebbers en wandelaars die op zoek zijn naar avontuur. De waterval biedt spectaculaire panoramische uitzichten en is een ideale plek voor een picknick. Bezoekers kunnen hier genieten van de rust, de natuur en zelfs een verfrissende douche nemen in het heldere water. Voor de echte avonturiers is het mogelijk om verder te trekken naar de nabijgelegen Gergeti-gletsjer, wat de wandeling tot een dagvullende activiteit maakt.
On a train journey from Andermatt to Oberalp Pass. Amazing views on Andermatt and the alpine landscape in Central Switzerland.
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Mountain scenery in the Eastern Dolomites in Northern Italy.
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View from Hasliberg, a hiking paradise in the Bernese Alps, Switzerland.
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Panomaric view from Planplatten / Alpen-Tower above Hasliberg in the Bernese Alps, Switzerland. A cable car from Hasliberg takes you up to this stunning view point.
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Hiking along Tannensee towards Tannalp, Obwalden, Switzerland.
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Weisshorn summit can be reached with a two-section cable car from Arosa, Grisons, Switzerland.
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I waited for this moment when storm clouds wrapped around the summit of Dent d'Orlu, creating an atmosphere both threatening and majestic. The contrast between the austere rock face and the verdant slopes particularly struck me. A break in the clouds illuminated the mountain face, revealing its mineral texture, while the dark skies reinforced its monumental presence. I wanted to capture this dramatic mood that so perfectly reflects the wild character of the Ariège Pyrenees.
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The hike from Stepantsminda to Gergeti Trinity Church is one of the most beautiful and iconic hikes in Georgia. This route offers breathtaking views of the Caucasus, with the imposing Mount Kazbek (5,054 meters) as a spectacular backdrop. Stepantsminda is a small mountain village that serves as a base for adventurers and hikers. The village is located at an altitude of approximately 1,740 meters. From here the hike starts towards the Gergeti Tower, a viewpoint halfway along the route. From the tower you already have a beautiful view of the valley and Stepantsminda. The tower is part of a network of historical fortifications, typical for the mountainous region of Georgia. In the past, these towers were often owned by local clans and served to protect the community and the surrounding land. After the tower, the trail climbs further through a variety of grasslands and rocky terrain. The climb is fairly steep, but easily doable for hikers with average fitness. After about two hours of walking (approx. 3-4 km) you will reach the iconic Gergeti Trinity Church, located at an altitude of 2,170 meters. The church, built in the 14th century, is not only an architectural highlight but also an important spiritual and cultural symbol of Georgia. From here you have a panoramic view of the Caucasus and the impressive Kazbek Glacier. In clear weather it is an ideal place to enjoy the peace and overwhelming nature. Do you want to skip the climb? Then it is possible to drive to the church from Stepantsminda with an 4x4. In the summer months, horse riding tours to the top are also offered. The best time for this hike is from spring to early autumn (May – October), when temperatures are pleasant and nature is in full bloom. In winter the route can be snowy, which makes the hike more challenging but also adds extra beauty to the landscape. The walk to Gergeti Trinity Church is an unforgettable experience that you should not miss when visiting Georgia.
The photo shows Kanitha climbing a steep and rocky path towards the Gergeti Trinity Church in Georgia, with the majestic Mount Kazbek in the background. Along the path, meltwater flows in the form of a small waterfall, making the route extra challenging. The presence of other hikers further ahead shows that this is a popular but challenging route. Kanitha is warmly dressed and determined to make her way up. The rugged surroundings, steep terrain and clear blue sky emphasise the impressive natural beauty of the Caucasus. The combination of the mountainous landscape, the snow-capped peak of Mount Kazbek and the narrow, wet paths makes this hike a unique and adventurous experience.
De wandeling van Stepantsminda naar de Gergeti Trinity Church is een van de mooiste en meest iconische tochten in Georgië. Deze route biedt adembenemende uitzichten op de Kaukasus, met de imposante Mount Kazbek (5.054 meter) als spectaculair decor. Stepantsminda is een klein bergdorpje dat fungeert als uitvalsbasis voor avonturiers en wandelaars. Het dorp ligt op ongeveer 1.740 meter hoogte. Vanuit hier start de wandeling richting de Gergeti Tower, een uitkijkpunt halverwege de route. Vanaf de toren heb je al een prachtig uitzicht over het dal en Stepantsminda. De toren is onderdeel van een netwerk van historische verdedigingswerken, typerend voor de bergachtige regio van Georgië. Ooit waren deze torens vaak in handen van lokale clans en dienden ze ter bescherming van de gemeenschap en het omliggende land. Na de toren klimt het pad verder omhoog door een afwisseling van graslanden en rotsachtig terrein. De klim is redelijk steil, maar goed haalbaar voor wandelaars met een gemiddelde conditie. Na ongeveer twee uur wandelen (ca. 3-4 km) bereik je de iconische Gergeti Trinity Church, gelegen op 2.170 meter hoogte. De kerk, gebouwd in de 14e eeuw, is niet alleen een architectonisch hoogtepunt maar ook een belangrijk spiritueel en cultureel symbool van Georgië. Vanaf dit punt heb je een panoramisch uitzicht op de Kaukasus en de indrukwekkende Kazbek-gletsjer. Bij helder weer is het een ideale plek om te genieten van de rust en de overweldigende natuur. De foto toont Kanitha die een steil en rotsachtig pad beklimt richting de Gergeti Trinity Church in Georgië, met de majestueuze Mount Kazbek op de achtergrond. Langs het pad stroomt smeltwater in de vorm van een klein watervalletje, wat de route extra uitdagend maakt. De aanwezigheid van andere wandelaars verderop laat zien dat dit een populaire maar uitdagende route is. Kanitha is warm gekleed en is vastberaden een weg omhoog te banen. De ruige omgeving, het steile terrein en de helderblauwe lucht benadrukken de indrukwekkende natuurlijke schoonheid van de Kaukasus. De combinatie van het berglandschap, de besneeuwde piek van Mount Kazbek en de smalle, natte paden maakt deze wandeling tot een unieke en avontuurlijke ervaring. De wandeling naar de Gergeti Trinity Church is een onvergetelijke ervaring die je niet mag missen bij een bezoek aan Georgië.