Das Wahrzeichen Südtirols - Unterwegs in den Dolomiten | Stefan Liebermann

The landmark of South Tyrol - traveling in the Dolomites

by Stefan Liebermann September 29, 2019 1 Comment

The UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites refers to a mountain group in the southern Limestone Alps. Often referred to as the landmark of South Tyrol, the region impresses with varied landscapes, consisting of spectacular mountains and vertically sloping rugged rock faces, gentle alpine pastures and idyllic mountain lakes. Ideal conditions to capture new, creative motifs.

When you arrive in the Trentino-South Tyrol region, you see the impressive mountain group for the first time. Awe spreads. So there they are, the Dolomites! What kind of forces must have been at work during the formation of the Alps to create such bizarre formations. We decided to start with a hike. Starting from the Funes Valley, Reinhold Messner's childhood environment, after a hike of about 2 hours with a moderate climb you reach the Geisler Alm. A picturesque alpine hut with a huge mountain backdrop consisting of the Geisler peaks. Highly recommended at sunset, when the last rays of sunshine gently illuminate the mountains. With an ultra wide-angle lens I was able to capture the scenery of the alpine hut in front of the mountain range, including the mountain peaks reflecting in a mountain pond. A breathtaking perspective! Tip: A headlamp is advisable for the return hike at dusk.

Once night has fallen, it's worth taking a detour to the Seiser Alm, not far away, the highest mountain pasture in the world. There, the Milky Way Center stands impressively over the Spitzkofel, Sassolungo and Sassopiatto during the summer months. An extremely fast lens literally turns night into day. In addition, a tracking device that allows the camera to move with the rotation of the stars and an external trigger allow exposure times of well over 30 seconds.

In general, there is an incredible amount to explore and discover in the Dolomites. Whether you're on a hike or driving over the very winding passes, it feels like there are a lot of photographic highlights on every meter. Like, for example, above the Passo di Falzarego. After a leisurely hike you reach the beautiful mountain lake Lago di Limides. This lake impresses with its crystal clear water and an almost perfect reflection. Many beautiful compositions can also be found here: breathtakingly colored clouds and red-lit mountains reflected in the lake. There are also a few interesting details in the immediate foreground. A tripod allows for long exposure times to enhance the reflections of the lake.

The last tour takes us to one of the most striking rock formations in the Dolomites, the Three Peaks. On the way you pass Lake Braies. An incredibly beautiful turquoise lake with a fascinating mountain backdrop. At what is probably the most photographed lake in the world, there are incredible crowds of people that make a relaxed photography experience seem impossible. The only time you have the opportunity to photograph the quiet lake without people is before sunrise. The footbridge running into the mountain reflection and the boat in the golden ratio again show the compositional diversity of the Dolomites!

Afterwards we went on a wonderful hike around the Three Peaks to the Rifugio Antonio Locatelli, also known as the Three Peaks Hut. You should plan around five to six hours for this. Once there you have an impressive view: mountains as far as the eye can see. This entire scenery can only be captured with the help of a panorama consisting of several photos.

On the panorama are the cloudy Three Peaks and the Rifugio Antonio Locatelli in front of the Paternkofel. On the way back you can enjoy the sunset at Lake Antorno. A beautiful lake with the Three Peaks as a central element.

In summary, it was a great experience to be traveling in the photographic paradise of the Dolomites.

Thanks to Riccardoschläger for your support

Stefan Liebermann

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Silvano Da Ronco

February 20, 2022

Es sind meine Berge und liebe sie.

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