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From the east tower of Kašperk Castle in the Klatovy district, there is a magnificent view of the surrounding landscape; the visible damage to the west tower is due to Hurricane Kyrill. 27.09.2011
From the east tower of Kašperk Castle in the Klatovy district, there is a magnificent view of the surrounding landscape; the visible damage to the west tower is due to Hurricane Kyrill. 27.09.2011
Thomas Scherf

Czech Republic / Landscapes / Bohemia

1014  2 768x1024 Px, 15.08.2012

Ka¨perk Castle, located north of Ka¨perské Hory (Bergreichenstein) in the Bohemian Forest, is considered the highest castle in Bohemia at 886 meters. Built between 1360-65, it towers prominently over the surrounding area. Due to its cleverly chosen site, it was never captured. 27.09.2011
Ka¨perk Castle, located north of Ka¨perské Hory (Bergreichenstein) in the Bohemian Forest, is considered the highest castle in Bohemia at 886 meters. Built between 1360-65, it towers prominently over the surrounding area. Due to its cleverly chosen site, it was never captured. 27.09.2011
Thomas Scherf

Czech Republic / Landscapes / Bohemia

1207 1024x707 Px, 15.08.2012

In late summer, the Bohemian Forest is particularly charming; the weather is usually quite reliably good, but not too warm. This was also the case on September 22, 2009, when the sky above the Velhartice ruins left nothing to be desired. The castle, located above the Ostružná river, is currently being restored, but this is done very carefully and without significant disturbance to the (few) visitors.
In late summer, the Bohemian Forest is particularly charming; the weather is usually quite reliably good, but not too warm. This was also the case on September 22, 2009, when the sky above the Velhartice ruins left nothing to be desired. The castle, located above the Ostružná river, is currently being restored, but this is done very carefully and without significant disturbance to the (few) visitors.
Thomas Scherf

Czech Republic / Landscapes / Bohemia

769 1024x767 Px, 09.08.2012

The Black Lake (Černé jezero) in the Bohemian Forest, the largest glacial lake there, with a water surface at an elevation of 1006 meters. The border to Bavaria runs along the mountain ridge on the left in the background. By the way, on 25.09.2009, one could still find tasty blueberries in the forest there.....
The Black Lake (Černé jezero) in the Bohemian Forest, the largest glacial lake there, with a water surface at an elevation of 1006 meters. The border to Bavaria runs along the mountain ridge on the left in the background. By the way, on 25.09.2009, one could still find tasty blueberries in the forest there.....
Thomas Scherf

Czech Republic / Landscapes / Bohemia

1080  1 1024x768 Px, 09.08.2012

The Black Lake in the Bohemian Forest cannot be completely circumnavigated on foot via walkable paths; at this point, the trail ends at the southern part. Twenty-three years ago, it was not even possible to walk this far; the immediate proximity of the state border to Germany should not give anyone the  wrong  idea. On this 25th of September 2009, only a few remnants of the structures remain where the border guards had to perform their duties.
The Black Lake in the Bohemian Forest cannot be completely circumnavigated on foot via walkable paths; at this point, the trail ends at the southern part. Twenty-three years ago, it was not even possible to walk this far; the immediate proximity of the state border to Germany should not give anyone the "wrong" idea. On this 25th of September 2009, only a few remnants of the structures remain where the border guards had to perform their duties.
Thomas Scherf

Czech Republic / Landscapes / Bohemia

672 768x1024 Px, 09.08.2012

On the north coast of Gozo, near Marsalforn, there are many salt pans that are still in operation today, where sea salt is harvested through labor-intensive manual work. 01.10.2007
On the north coast of Gozo, near Marsalforn, there are many salt pans that are still in operation today, where sea salt is harvested through labor-intensive manual work. 01.10.2007
Thomas Scherf

Mediterranean island states / Malta / Island Gozo

604 1024x724 Px, 31.07.2012

The Azure Window in the west of Gozo is certainly a much-visited tourist attraction, but the area is also very attractive for divers. On 01.10.2007, there were only a few visitors there, and nice weather is (almost) always guaranteed in Malta.
The Azure Window in the west of Gozo is certainly a much-visited tourist attraction, but the area is also very attractive for divers. On 01.10.2007, there were only a few visitors there, and nice weather is (almost) always guaranteed in Malta.
Thomas Scherf

Mediterranean island states / Malta / Island Gozo

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Gozo, the second largest island of Malta, is usually reached via the port of Mgarr, where the car ferry from the main island arrives every half hour. Not far outside, you can get a good overview of the small harbor and part of the surrounding landscape, 01.10.2007
Gozo, the second largest island of Malta, is usually reached via the port of Mgarr, where the car ferry from the main island arrives every half hour. Not far outside, you can get a good overview of the small harbor and part of the surrounding landscape, 01.10.2007
Thomas Scherf

Mediterranean island states / Malta / Island Gozo

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The citadel of Silifke, located over 100 meters above the town, displays details from several eras. On 24.09.2008, the structure could only be viewed from the outside, but even that was impressive.
The citadel of Silifke, located over 100 meters above the town, displays details from several eras. On 24.09.2008, the structure could only be viewed from the outside, but even that was impressive.
Thomas Scherf

Turkey / Regions / Mediterranean region

892 1024x768 Px, 30.07.2012

If you follow the well-developed D715 from Silifke inland towards the Taurus Mountains, there are very few villages to pass through, like here on 23.09.2008 the small village of Kargicak (which has nothing to do with the place of the same name directly on the Mediterranean).
If you follow the well-developed D715 from Silifke inland towards the Taurus Mountains, there are very few villages to pass through, like here on 23.09.2008 the small village of Kargicak (which has nothing to do with the place of the same name directly on the Mediterranean).
Thomas Scherf

Turkey / Regions / Mediterranean region

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If you continue north on the D715, about 10 km after the town of Mut, you will find the turnoff to the Alahan Monastery, the ruins of a Christian monastery located at over 1200 m altitude. There, you might be lucky and find yourself completely alone, able to admire the fairly large, partially well-preserved complex, as here on 23.09.2008.
If you continue north on the D715, about 10 km after the town of Mut, you will find the turnoff to the Alahan Monastery, the ruins of a Christian monastery located at over 1200 m altitude. There, you might be lucky and find yourself completely alone, able to admire the fairly large, partially well-preserved complex, as here on 23.09.2008.
Thomas Scherf

Turkey / Regions / Mediterranean region

903  3 744x1024 Px, 30.07.2012

Silifke, a small town in the Mersin province in southern Turkey, is dominated by the Byzantine citadel. The Göksu River is probably always this green at this time of year (19.09.2008). In 1190, the river was still called Saleph; just a few kilometers upstream, Emperor Barbarossa drowned in these waters.
Silifke, a small town in the Mersin province in southern Turkey, is dominated by the Byzantine citadel. The Göksu River is probably always this green at this time of year (19.09.2008). In 1190, the river was still called Saleph; just a few kilometers upstream, Emperor Barbarossa drowned in these waters.
Thomas Scherf

Turkey / Regions / Mediterranean region

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The interior of the Mädchenburg is freely accessible; you can swim the 400 meters from the beach. If you have photo equipment with you, you need to find someone to take you across by boat, which can be a bit complicated outside the high season (18.09.2008).
The interior of the Mädchenburg is freely accessible; you can swim the 400 meters from the beach. If you have photo equipment with you, you need to find someone to take you across by boat, which can be a bit complicated outside the high season (18.09.2008).
Thomas Scherf

Turkey / Regions / Mediterranean region

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The Maiden's Castle, located about 400 meters off the coast of the town of the same name (Kizkalesi) in southern Turkey, is surrounded by a romantic legend. In September (16.09.2009), the temperatures here are still midsummer-like, but no longer as extremely hot as in July/August.
The Maiden's Castle, located about 400 meters off the coast of the town of the same name (Kizkalesi) in southern Turkey, is surrounded by a romantic legend. In September (16.09.2009), the temperatures here are still midsummer-like, but no longer as extremely hot as in July/August.
Thomas Scherf

Turkey / Regions / Mediterranean region

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By noon on 16.05.2007, the beautiful weather at Säntis was already over again; in the mountains, that happens quickly. But from Schwägalp, it no longer looks so threatening....
By noon on 16.05.2007, the beautiful weather at Säntis was already over again; in the mountains, that happens quickly. But from Schwägalp, it no longer looks so threatening....
Thomas Scherf

Switzerland / Canton of Appenzell / Alpstein

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The Seealpsee from the Säntis on 16.05.2007, here too the snow that fell overnight creates an interesting contrast.
The Seealpsee from the Säntis on 16.05.2007, here too the snow that fell overnight creates an interesting contrast.
Thomas Scherf

Switzerland / Canton of Appenzell / Alpstein

792 1024x768 Px, 07.07.2012

On the night of May 16, 2007, there was heavy snowfall in the Alpstein area above 2000 m, and in the morning the sky was clear again, so that on the Säntis the sun could slowly start to reduce the snow cover again.
On the night of May 16, 2007, there was heavy snowfall in the Alpstein area above 2000 m, and in the morning the sky was clear again, so that on the Säntis the sun could slowly start to reduce the snow cover again.
Thomas Scherf

Switzerland / Canton of Appenzell / Alpstein

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The snow that fell overnight above approximately 2000 m could be seen on 16.05.2007 from the Säntis as an interesting contrast to the green nature below.
The snow that fell overnight above approximately 2000 m could be seen on 16.05.2007 from the Säntis as an interesting contrast to the green nature below.
Thomas Scherf

Switzerland / Canton of Appenzell / Alpstein

646 1024x768 Px, 07.07.2012

On August 21, 2008, the weather was wonderful on the East German Baltic Sea coast and thus also over the small island of Vilm, which has been under nature protection since 1936. Since 1990, it has been a biosphere reserve and is accessible again through authorized guided tours. Visitors are taken from Lauterbach by a small boat to the northern pier of the island. Prior reservation is recommended, as the number of people is limited.
On August 21, 2008, the weather was wonderful on the East German Baltic Sea coast and thus also over the small island of Vilm, which has been under nature protection since 1936. Since 1990, it has been a biosphere reserve and is accessible again through authorized guided tours. Visitors are taken from Lauterbach by a small boat to the northern pier of the island. Prior reservation is recommended, as the number of people is limited.
Thomas Scherf

For almost 500 years, no major logging has been carried out on Vilm, leaving the forest on the island largely to itself. On 21.08.2008, many witnesses of this renaturation were visible during an explanatory guided tour.
For almost 500 years, no major logging has been carried out on Vilm, leaving the forest on the island largely to itself. On 21.08.2008, many witnesses of this renaturation were visible during an explanatory guided tour.
Thomas Scherf

From 1959 to 1990, the island of Vilm - located south of Rügen - was not accessible. The Council of Ministers of the GDR chose the idyllic islet and naturally wanted to vacation there largely undisturbed by the workers and peasants. Today, the bungalows are used by an environmental protection organization and are therefore also inhabited. However, on 21.08.2008, none of this was noticeable.
From 1959 to 1990, the island of Vilm - located south of Rügen - was not accessible. The Council of Ministers of the GDR chose the idyllic islet and naturally wanted to vacation there largely undisturbed by the workers and peasants. Today, the bungalows are used by an environmental protection organization and are therefore also inhabited. However, on 21.08.2008, none of this was noticeable.
Thomas Scherf

Evening mood on 18.05.2008 on the Baltic Sea island of Ummanz, a beautiful spot of nature off the beaten tourist paths located between Rügen and Hiddensee. A small bridge from Rügen leads onto the island, so you can easily arrive by car, park it, and simply enjoy the tranquility. I initially considered using the category Rügen-Hiddensee, but that wouldn't be entirely accurate.
Evening mood on 18.05.2008 on the Baltic Sea island of Ummanz, a beautiful spot of nature off the beaten tourist paths located between Rügen and Hiddensee. A small bridge from Rügen leads onto the island, so you can easily arrive by car, park it, and simply enjoy the tranquility. I initially considered using the category Rügen-Hiddensee, but that wouldn't be entirely accurate.
Thomas Scherf

On Ummanz (18.05.2008), you can wonderfully get around on foot or by bike, but there are no tourist highlights there. However, you have an abundance of nature, a fairly attractive surfing area, and in autumn and spring, a resting place for migrating cranes.
On Ummanz (18.05.2008), you can wonderfully get around on foot or by bike, but there are no tourist highlights there. However, you have an abundance of nature, a fairly attractive surfing area, and in autumn and spring, a resting place for migrating cranes.
Thomas Scherf