The charming Baita Segantini hut is located at Passo Rolle, framed by the stunning backdrop of the Dolomites. At sunset, the peaks glow with an intense alpenglow, bathing the landscape in a warm, golden light.

Baita Segantini, Italy

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Cerro Torre, one of Patagonia’s most iconic peaks, rises majestically into the early morning sky of Argentina. Its sharp peak glows in the golden light of sunrise – simply magical.

Cerro Torre, Argentina

The Delicate Arch, the landmark of Utah's Arches National Park, stands out against the clear desert sky. During the soft blue hour, the arch reveals its characteristic elegance and grace.

Delicate Arch, Utah

In the first morning light, Lake Eibsee reveals itself in all its beauty, surrounded by mighty peaks and dense pine forests. The warm golden and orange tones of the rising sun bathe the Alpine landscape in peace and tranquillity.

Eibsee, Germany

The Fanal laurel forest in Madeira is renowned for its mysterious and unique landscape, featuring trees that are up to 500 years old. The elegantly curved branches and moss-covered canopy of this tree give it an almost sculptural grace. It captures a quiet, peaceful moment where time and nature come together in a truly special way.

Fanal, Madeira

In the warm morning light, Lake Geroldsee in Bavaria appears in front of the Karwendel mountains. Rustic wooden huts are scattered across the meadows, and the gentle light shines through the fine mist on the water's surface, creating a peaceful scene.

Geroldsee, Germany

The Glenfinnan Viaduct, a masterpiece of Victorian engineering, can be found in the middle of the Scottish Highlands. The Jacobite Steam Train passes by on its arches and takes the viewer into the magical world of Harry Potter.

Glenfinnan Viaduct, Scotland

Kirkjufell, Iceland's most beautifully shaped mountain, is located near the small town of Grundarfjörður on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. In this shot, the mountain's symmetrical shape is reflected in the calm water, making it look like a spinning top.

Kirkjufell, Iceland

When the larches turn golden in autumn, Lago Fedèra reveals its full beauty. Surrounded by imposing peaks, the lake shines in a warm light, making it one of the most beautiful lakes in the Dolomites.

Lago Fedèra, Italy

In the endless, barren landscape of Utah’s Badlands, the Needle Long Dong Silver rises. At sunset, the monolith unfolds an almost mystical aura, looking like a relic from another world.

Long Dong Silver Spire, Utah

During the blue hour, Lago Pehoé is calm and clear, and the first rays of sunlight illuminate the peaks of Los Cuernos. The red glow is gently reflected in the water – a moment full of magic.

Los Cuernos, Chile

A simple wooden path leads to Lago Pehoé, located in the heart of Torres del Paine National Park. At first light, the peaks of Los Cuernos glow golden, revealing their majestic presence and establishing them as one of the most impressive and beautiful mountain formations in the world.

High above the cliffs of the Isle of Skye, Neist Point lighthouse watches over the sea. On a clear day, the view extends as far as the Outer Hebrides. The surrounding area is rugged and unspoilt and full of life – a special place, especially at the golden hour.

Neist Point Lighthouse, Scotland

The Old Man of Storr rises out of the mist above the Isle of Skye like a stone sentinel. This striking formation is not only a natural wonder, but also part of Scotland’s fascinating world of legends.

Old Man of Storr, Scotland

Between steep slopes and dense forests, the Plansee lies like a fjord in the middle of the Ammergau Alps. In the golden backlight, the landscape looks like painted.

Plansee, Austria

Above the east coast of the Isle of Skye, the Quiraing winds its way through one of the wildest landscapes in Scotland. From the viewpoint, you can see the peaceful loch of Sartle nestled between rocky slopes and a wide open sky.

Sartle, Scotland

The magical light of the sunset illuminates the Seealpsee lake, which is located above the Oytal valley. Sheltered on the steep southeastern slope of the Schattenberg and surrounded by endless mountain ranges, it is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Allgäu Alps.

Seealpsee, Germany

The Temple of the Moon is a monolith located in Cathedral Valley, Capitol Reef National Park. Rising majestically from the barren Utah desert landscape, it looks like a cathedral. Its shapes and contours are the result of thousands of years of erosion.

Temple of the Moon, Utah

The surreal rock formation of the Toadstool Hoodoos rises like mushrooms from a bed of white clay in the Badlands of southwestern Utah. Their unusual shape and intense, rust-red colouring make them a striking example of the desert landscape’s beauty.

Toadstool Hoodoos, Utah

The Vestrahorn, located on the black beach of Stokksnes, is characterised by its striking silhouette. The mountain range's impressive presence is gently enhanced by its reflection in the water, glowing softly in the warm light of the sunset and alpenglow.

Vestrahorn, Iceland

Clear reflections, warm light and delicate clouds: Volandstind in the Lofoten Islands looks most impressive in the golden glow of the midnight sun.

Volandstind, Norway

The soft contours of the dunes at Zabriskie Point appear in the bluish light of dusk. High above them, a narrow crescent moon hovers, quietly contrasting with the rugged beauty of Death Valley.

Zabriskie Point, California

The breathtaking view of Reinefjorden from Reinebringen during the Midnight Sun. As the sun barely dips below the horizon, the fjord sparkles with a serene glow, casting a magical light over the surrounding peaks.

Reinefjorden, Norway

A fleeting moment of connection with one of the Faroe Islands' most charming residents. This Puffin’s inquisitive gaze is as captivating as the rugged, untouched landscape that surrounds it.

Puffin, Faroe Islands

The white house of Arnarstapi stands resilient against the rugged cliffs, with the conical silhouette of Mt. Stapafell rising majestically in the background.

Arnarstapi, Iceland

A hidden beach on the Lofoten Islands, Kvalvika Beach captivates with its untouched beauty and dramatic landscapes.

Kvalvika Beach, Norway

As the Midnight Sun casts its golden glow, the sheep of Uttakleiv roam peacefully along the beach, creating a perfect scene of tranquility in the Arctic night.

Uttakleiv, Norway

Segla’s towering presence is magnified under the Arctic’s endless daylight, showcasing the grandeur of Senja’s mountainous terrain.

Segla, Norway

The calm of the Midnight Sun is interrupted by the lively calls of seagulls, soaring above the golden sands and the majestic peaks of the Lofoten Islands.

Flakstadøy, Norway

From the heights of Dyrhólaey, the black sand beach seems like a ribbon of darkness, winding its way through the wild expanse of Iceland’s southern shores, where nature rules in its rawest form.

Black Beach, Iceland

In the land of the Midnight Sun, the Lofoten Islands offer endless daylight, where the sun's warm embrace transforms the landscape into a living masterpiece.

The red fishermen’s cabins glow in the diffused light, while the mist embraces the Festhelltinden peaks, creating an air of mystery.

Reiner Hofer