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Mont-Saint-Michel from the bridge with fog

Mont-Saint-Michel

World-famous UNESCO Heritage Site located at the border between Normandy and Brittany.

Chateau Gaillard, Les Andelys, Normandy

Les Andelys

Small town in Upper Normandy, lying on the banks of the River Seine, famous for its ruined medieval castle, Château Gaillard.

Etretat

Etretat

World-wide famous cliffs, including three natural arches and the pointed “needle“.

Montmartre, rue Poulbot, Paris

Paris, old cobbled streets, villas, and artists estates

Like a curious visitor, discover these hidden alleys or courtyards, artists' villas, workers' houses and converted workshops, scattered throughout Paris. Much more recent than the cobbled streets of central Paris dating from the Middle Ages, they hide away from the large avenues lined with Haussmannian buildings,

Gondolas in the Giudecca Canal, Venice

Venice

What about the last week of the year to visit Venice? You may end-up frozen to the bone but the special atmosphere, far from tourist crowds, is really enjoyable!

Tofana di Mezzo, Dolomites

Dolomites

This is one of the most beautiful areas of Europe, the Dolomites mountains in northern Italy! Beautiful and dramatic peaks separated by passes that you reach after crossing dozens of hairpin turns. Enjoy the views!

Alpe di Siusi, early morning, square format

Dolomites – Alpe di Siusi

This high-altitude alpine meadow is surrounded by the Dolomites mountains. Whether you look at shots taken end of spring in the middle of the prairies with close-ups on wooden cabins or more panoramic views from the surrounding mountains, it's just gorgeous!

San Giovanni Chapel, Dolomites

Dolomites – Churches

Have a close look at the towers and steeples of those churches, some of them capped by onion bulbs to better resist the weight of snow. Don’t you think that their shapes resonate with the majestic peaks and pine trees of the Dolomites that surround them?

Loch Tulla, close to Glencoe, Scotland

Glencoe

One of the 40 National Scenic Areas of Scotland, located in the western part of the Highlands south of Fort Williams.

Eilean Donan Castle, Scotland

Eilean Donan Castle

Picturesque and iconic 13th century castle. Strategically located on its own little tidal island, overlooking the Isle of Skye, at the point where three great sea-lochs meet.

Quiraing, Skye, Scotland

Isle of Skye

Skye has certainly become very touristy but the Island still holds several world-class spots for photographers.

Entering loch Broom in the direction of Ullapool, Wester Ross

Wester Ross

Discover the northern part of this National Scenic Area around the small town of Ullapool, loch Broom and the Summer Isles and the unforgettable Glen Torridon.

Old road bridge over Unapool Burn

Assynt

Uncover truly extraordinary landscapes in this small parish tucked away in the far northwestern corner of Scotland, around the fishing port of Lochinver: a maze of thousand fresh-water lochans, remarkable mountains, cliffs, impressive sea stacks, and stunning sandy beaches.

Kyle of Tongue and Castle Varich in Winter

Kyle of Tongue

This shallow sea loch located in the western part of Sutherland with beautiful shores is one of Scotland's National Scenic Areas. Have a look at this selection of great pics taken over 3 months during the winter and spring of 2020!

Ben Loyal, puddle reflection, square

Ben Loyal

Great pics of the Queen of Scottish Mountains, a Corbett situated south of Tongue with a very distinctive profile due to its four peaks and remarkable north face.

Moine House, Sutherland

The Moine Peninsula

An abandoned cottage built early 19th century in the middle of the largest peat bog in Europe, Banksy-like murals, a possible spaceport. There is really something special about this place crossed by NC 500!

Faraid Head

Durness

Pics of beautiful places around the village of Durness in Sutherland: famous Ceannabeinne Beach, Kyle of Durness, Farraid Head and Balnakeil Beach, loch Eriboll.

River Dionard

Gualin Estate

The 6,000 acre estate, south of Durness in western Sutherland, is teeming with wild landscapes that stretch towards Strath Dionard and the surrounding mountains.

Gary Beach, Lewis

Lewis Island

The northern part of Lewis and Harris island in the Outer Hebrides. Photographed during stormy weather in October 2018.

Callanish Stones, Lewis Island, Scotland

Callanish Stones

On the west coast of Lewis, the Callanish Stones are an arrangement of standing stones placed in a cruciform pattern with a central stone circle.

Harris Island, view to Skye

Harris Island

Southern tip of Lewis and Harris with a view towards the isle of Skye. Famous for its tweed and beaches.

Ramberg beach, Lofoten

Lofoten Islands

They rise from the Artic Sea with their mighty mountain ridges, forming one of the most impressive landscapes on earth. These islands provide the perfect setting for incredible photography opportunities with soft winter light.

Red rorbu, Hamnoy, Lofoten

Lofoten Villages

Fishing villages from the southern part of the archipelago are a real gem of the Lofoten Islands. Their red, or sometimes yellow, rorbuer are very photogenic!

Northern lights, Skagsanden beach, Lofoten

Northern Lights

Enjoy the magic of green and purple auroras dancing over your head while you are standing on a deserted beach of the Lofoten Islands or Senja in the middle of the night! So relaxing!

Devil's Teeth from Ersfjord, Senja

Senja

Not as renowned as the Lofoten Island and still preserved from tourist uproar, Senja, second largest island in Norway, holds some of the greatest mountain sceneries. The northwest side is stunning with fjords carving their way between the steep mountains.

Breivikeidet, Norway

Breivikeidet

The road from Tromsø follows a very scenic valley towards the east until the small village of Breivikeidet. At the end of February, temperatures can be very cold. Perfect conditions for a nice layer of fog covering the water!

Tromsø

Pics from Tromsø, the large city in northern Norway, 350 km above the Artic Circle. They have been shot from the Storsteinen mountain, which can be reached by cable car.

Frozen lake in northern Norway

Frozen Lake in Northern Norway

Pics from a frozen lake in northern Norway, with a good meter of ice underfoot! A hidden gem somewhere on the road between Tromsø and Senja.

La Mancha Windmills

La Mancha Windmills

A few days on the tracks of Don Quixote in La Mancha to photograph the famous windmills. Not to be confused with the giants from the Cervantès novel :)

Playa de las Catedrales, Galicia

Asturias

One week to explore the rocky coastline of Asturias. Abrupt cliffs, unspoiled beaches and rock formations.

Seno de Agostini, Mount Buckland, Strait of Magellan

Strait of Magellan

Cruising the mythical strait, with a view to its glaciers and the high peaks of the Darwin Mountain Range, aboard an exploration ship, among humpback whales and sea mammals.

Lago Pehoé, Torres del Paine

Torres del Paine

Probably the finest national park in South America, it encompasses mountains, glaciers, lakes, and rivers in southern Chilean Patagonia.

Molinos, South of Salta, NOA, Argentina

South of Salta

This 500 km loop passes by semi-desert quebradas, the town of Cafayate and its vineyard, and huge cactuses called cardones. A strong resemblance to the deserts of the American West!

Route 52 towards Salinas Grandes, NOA, Argentina

North of Salta

Once passed Jujuy, you will discover the Quebrada de Humahuaca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the colorful village of Purmamarca. It is the starting point of Route 52 which will take you to Chile though Salinas Grandes, the largest salt flat in Argentina. Quite exciting!

Church of San Pedro de Atacama

San Pedro de Atacama

A couple of shots from the village of San Pedro surrounding areas. The oasis is the base-camp for most visitors in the region. Discover a few exceptional pics from August 2013 due to the presence of snow. First time in 30 years!

Laguna de Chaxa, Salar de Atacama

Salar de Atacama

Welcome to this paradise for photographers, unique beauty of Nature, bordered by a chain of volcanoes reflecting on flamboyant lagoons, dotted with pink flamingos, ...

Catedrales de Tara, Salar de Tara, Los Flamencos National Reserve

Los Flamencos National Reserve

A series of salt flats and lagunas located on the altiplano, east and south of San Pedro de Atacama.

Geysers del Tatio, first rays of sun

Geysers del Tatio

Discover a geyser field in South America. May look like Iceland but elevation is above 4,000 meters, that makes a big difference.

Laguna Blanca, Bolivia

Laguna Blanca

The first salt lake you will discover in Bolivia coming from San Pedro de Atacama. With its characteristic white color due to minerals, it is the stage for amazing vistas.

Dali Desert, Bolivia

Dali Desert

Landscapes from this extremely barren valley, just north of Laguna Blanca. They resemble surrealist paintings by Salvador Dali.

Laguna Colorada, Bolivia

Laguna Colorada

The most colorful laguna in Bolivia, with its flocks of flamingos at dusk and dawn. Amazing!

Laguna Ramaditas, Ruta de las Joyas, Bolivia

Ruta de las Joyas

A famous road which connects five salt lakes at an average altitude of 4,100m: Ramaditas, Honda, Charcota, Hedionda and finally laguna de Cañapa.

Sunrise, Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Salar de Uyuni

Largest salt lake in the world, islands populated by giant cactuses, Tunupa volcano ... Admire these incredible and unique landscapes!

Salar de Coipasa, Bolivia

Salar de Coipasa

Landscapes from the second largest salt flat in Bolivia. Immaculate white with mirages simulating floating islands!

Isluga, Isluga National Park, Chile

Volcano Isluga National Park

Tiny pastoral villages, most of them being abandoned. We are in Tarapacá region in northern Chile and the Spanish colonial influence is very visible.

Salar de Surire, Chile

Salar de Surire

Turquoise waters, colorful dawn with sleepy flamingos, slender vicunas, this salt lake in Lauca National Park is a real beauty!

Lago Chungara and volcano Parinacota

Lago Chungara

One of the world’s highest lakes at 4,500m, spanning across the border between Chile and Bolivia. Admire the magnificent reflections of Volcano Parinacota at sunrise.

Iquique, Chile

Iquique

Photos of the old quarter and the Municipal Theater of this city in northern Chile, developed during the heydays of saltpeter mining in Atacama Desert in the 19th century.

Humberstone, Chile

Humberstone

Fascinating former saltpeter refinery located in the Atacama desert, 40 km east of Iquique, where up to 3,700 people used to work in the 30's.

Valparaiso, Chile

Valparaiso

Discover how this major seaport of the South Pacific during the 19th century has turned into a very arty and bohemian city on the hills, and the world capital city of Street Art!

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