The best 300+ Photo Spots in the Alps and Europe

In this overview we want to introduce you to the most beautiful photo spots in the Alps and in Europe. Many are beautiful places to photograph, hike and enjoy nature. Some are among the better known locations for landscape photography, others are true hidden gems.

This is not an absolutely complete overview of the most beautiful locations, but especially in the Alps many of the top landscape photography locations are covered here.

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Hi, i am Marius, i love exploring the mountains and nature. Photographing those natural wonders on adventures is what drives me most.

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Photo Workshops, Tours & Classes

Dazzling Daybreak! Catch the Gorgeous Sunrise on Nockspitze Hike

Dazzling Daybreak! Catch the Gorgeous Sunrise Aura on Nockspitze Hike

When you have a date with a sunset, just like with a regular meeting, the best bet is to be there before the agreed time - every photographer knows that. With the right aperture and shutter speed, make the best of your subject matter on an incredible and very accessible Nockspitze hike in the Austrian Alps (Tyrol). Learn more about this backpacking route, grab your equipment and join us.
Partake in Innsbruck Sports Activities! Healthy Lifestyle With Jogging, Cycling, and Skating in the City Center

Innsbruck City Summer Sports Activities! Running, Cycling, and Skating in the City Center

What to do in Innsbruck when for city people? Our top 3 tipps…

TOP-3 Sunrise/Sunset Photo Spots in German Alps + Tips & Tricks

Rise and shine, or sleep tight, it doesn't matter in sunrise and sunset nature photography. If you are in the right place, at the right time, with the right image-capturing device, your portfolio is in for a treat. Mountain Moments will tell you where to find such sights in the German Alps, in another top-3 blog post.
Zugspitze Hiking Map! Photo Workshop on Germany's Highest Mountain

Zugspitze Hiking Map! Photography Workshop on Germany’s Highest Mountain

Zugspitze, the highest peak of the Wetterstein Mountains, has a high altitude, lover air pressure, and off-the-charts exciting photo opportunities. This hiking route is not easy, and here on Mountain Moments, we point out all the circumstances that make it challenging and intriguing as well. If you love hiking routes like these, look no further, because we give you a map, detailed trail description, photography tips and tricks - and an invitation to join us on our next Alpine adventure.
Family Hike to Beautiful Lake Eibsee! Capture the "German Caribbeans"

Family Hike to Beautiful Lake Eibsee! Capture the “German Caribbeans”

Beautiful Lake Eibsee, every bit of its 1.796 km², holds true magic in the Bavarian Alps. This is especially true midsummer when hiking and photography enthusiasts are on the photo hunt for unparalleled, breathtaking sights. Mountain Moments is here to show you the map of one particular easy route, to explain what awaits on the way, and to share professional photography tips and tricks. We've got you covered, from start to finish.
Hiking in Geigelstein! Enjoy and Capture Fabulous Panoramic Views

Hiking in Geigelstein! Enjoy and Capture Fabulous Panoramic Views

Geigelstein, a mountain of Bavaria (Germany) is known for its astonishing panoramic views, but it still flows in the realm of "insider tips". However, there is no real reason this location is not as popular as it could be, and by visiting it, many hikers and photographers ask themself, "Why didn't I visit earlier?". Mountain Moments "train" is taking passengers for one 15.5-kilometer route, and we have prepared everything: map, expert hiking tips and tricks, and photography workshops that will help you make the most of your camera.
Hiking on 1722-meter high Wallberg Mountain! Tips, Tricks and Photography Guide

Hike on Munichs Home mountain Wallberg and enjoy an indrecible panoramic view

A 1722-meter high Wallberg, a mountain in the Mangfallgebirge (Bavarian Alps), proximity-wise, is basically Munich's local mountain. From Munich's Marienplatz, it feels like you always have Wallberg in your mind. Mountain Moments can be your back-up on this moderately difficult 5-hour, 12.5-kilometer route, with trail map, expert hiking advice, and professional photo tips and trips as a part of photography workshops.
4 Seasons of Lake Riessersee! Hiking Trail for Families and Photographers

4 Seasons of Lake Riessersee! Hiking Trail for Families and Photographers

Beautiful Lake Riessersee, which hosted speed skating, ice hockey, and bobsleigh events in the previous century, till this day captures the attention of hikers and photographers during all seasons. One easy tour around the picturesque Riessersee invites hikers and families to take a deep breath and smile, and Mountain Moments can prepare you for this joyful excursion. We give you the trail map, expert hiking advice, and professional photography tips and tricks.
Hike Through Hochgrat in the Allgaeu Alps and Capture the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park

Hike Through Hochgrat in the Allgaeu Alps and Capture the Nagelfluhkette Nature Park

The highest points of a mountain group Nagelfluhkette seem so far away, but are within your reach. With Mountain Moments and our hiking guidance and photography tips and tricks and workshops, you can visit wild rock ridges, gentle alpine pastures, mysterious mountain forests, and see numerous plants and animals that have become rare.
Hiking in Brunnstein: Varied Tour in the Mangfall Mountains

Brunnstein Hiking Tips! Exciting Photo-Friendly Tour in the Mangfall Mountains

Mangfall Mountains provide a versatile and exciting hiking experience and top photography opportunities. Mountain Moments gives you a hiking map and photo tips.
Hiking and Photography in Jochberg - 4-Hour Round Trip in German Alps

Panoramic Hike to Jochberg Mountain – 4-Hour Round Trip in German Alps with amazing 2-Lake Views

At just 1565 meters, the Jochberg is not necessarily an impressive size in the German Alps - and yet it is one of the most popular destinations from the Munich area. 190-meter-deep photo-friendly Lake Walchen, beautiful Alpine foothills, breathtaking sunsets... There's a lot to like, and Mountain Moments will help you to get there, navigate on location, and make the most of your camera on this moderately difficult hiking trip.
Hiking the Hoher Ifen! Photograph Unique Sights Above Gottesacker

Hiking on Hoher Ifen in Kleinwalsertal! Photograph Unique Sights Above Gottesacker

West of the Kleinwalsertal valley, between Germany & Austria, a truly unique landscape awaits you. Explore & photograph the hidden foothills with Mountain Moments.