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Stubai Alps

The Stubai Alps, located in western Austria, are a breathtaking mountain range that offer some of the most stunning photography locations in the country. With peaks reaching over 3,000 meters, the Stubai Alps provide a dramatic backdrop for any photographer looking to capture the beauty of the Austrian Alps. From the picturesque villages nestled in the valleys to the crystal-clear lakes and glaciers, there are endless opportunities for landscape and nature photography. The Stubai Glacier, the largest glacier ski resort in Austria, is also a popular spot for photographers looking to capture the beauty of the snow-capped mountains and the skiers carving their way down the slopes.

PEMA 2
PEMA 2
by Walter Maurer

The new Pema Tower in Innsbruck. More perspectives to discover.

PEMA 2
PEMA 2
by Walter Maurer

Back to my town Innsbruck with some architectural stuff. At blue hour I like to stroll the area near the station, around the so called "Pema" towers. The reflecting glass facade attracts me over and over again. Still the perfect light tracks are missing in this shot. Using the Fuji X-T3, 16mm prime-lens with a panorama head makes it hard to catch constant light tracks at multiple exposures. I'll try again!

Merry Christmas
Tiroler Landestheater
by Walter Maurer

With this atmospheric view of the Tiroler Landestheater in Innsbruck, I would like to thank all of my friends, followers and visitors to my Flickr site and wish them a Merry Christmas and good luck and health for the new year. I'm looking forward to your new photographic highlights and creative exchanges with all of you in the new year. With best regards from Tyrol, Walter

Obernberger See
Obernberger See
by Walter Maurer

Spring is slowly approaching at Lake Obernberger. Shortly after the last snow has melted there are a few small flowers blooming and the cold wind from the snow-capped mountains blows a slight ripple on the surface of the lake. A beautiful nature experience at any time of the year.

autumn
Innsbrucker Hofgarten
by Walter Maurer

Autumn in the "Hofgarten" in Innsbruck.

Haus der Musik
Tiroler Landestheater
by Walter Maurer

The new House of Musik in Innsbruck.

autumn in the mountains
Gleins
by Walter Maurer

Even if a little late, I finally made it to my favorite autumn photo spot. The snow wich has fallen a week ago took something away from the color harmony of this unique larch forest but nevertheless it was a beautiful hike. Now the winter can come.

Panorama, 8 vertical shots HDR -1/0/+1 stops, stiched in LR, original size 20000 px

Frozen lake II
Obernberger lake
by Walter Maurer

One more from yesterday's trip to the beautiful Obernberger lake. Tried to get some more atmosphere into the scene here. Hope you like it!

Alpine Evening
Obernberg am Brenner

Winter evening at Obernberg am Brenner, Austria, happy weekend to all.

And oh what is the deal with the new user agreement we've been asked to agree...

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Christmas lights
Maria Theresienstrasse
by Walter Maurer

This Christmas decoration of the "Maria Theresienstrasse" in Innsbruck is not really new but always worth a stroll at dusk. Took this pano a few times before but the results are different each time. Also a little bit less busi this year because of Covid.

Pema 2
PEMA 2
by Walter Maurer

Another step to a modern city.

Autumn in the park
Innsbrucker Hofgarten
by Walter Maurer

At least one visit at the "Innsbrucker Hofgarten" in autumn is a must. I just love this view of the pavilion with the yellow chestnut trees and the nice reflections in the pond beside. Tried to get som of the leaves in focus this time. 2 shots focus stacked, HDR.

Triumpfpforte
Triumphpforte
by Walter Maurer

Die Triumphpforte gehört zu den bekanntesten Sehenswürdigkeiten von Innsbruck. Sie befindet sich heute am südlichen Ende der Maria-Theresien-Straße, seinerzeit dem südlichen Stadtausgang. Erbaut wurde dieser Triumphbogen 1765 aus Anlass der Hochzeit von Erzherzog Leopold, dem zweiten Sohn von Kaiserin Maria Theresia und Franz Stephan von Lothringen mit der spanischen Prinzessin Maria Ludovica.

Originalgröße hier

Innsbruck classic
Inn
by Walter Maurer

One more time I show you the probably most popular view of Innsbruck. I missed the last sunrays on the peaks of the Nordkette just for a few minutes but the light made the shot instead.

waiting for the stars
Salfeinssee
by Walter Maurer

Absolute peace and harmony at the "Salfeins" lake. Such a night is very rare in summer in the alps.

Obernberger See
Obernberger See
by Walter Maurer

I could not leave this beautiful scenery without taking at least one large panorama. I chose my 35mm f 1.4 which is my favourite Fujinon lens for this purpose. Took 8 vertical frames with 18 000 pixels first, before cutting and reducing it to this final size.

Innsbruck SOWI
SOWI
by Walter Maurer

HDR 3 Belichtungen

Innsbruck 180 degrees
Innsbruck
by Walter Maurer

Not the most common view of Innsbruck old town. A 180 degree panorama at the corner of "golden roof". Sorry for the absurd distortion, I should have taken some more time to fix this.

Innsbruck, the Pema 2 tower
Pema 2 tower
by Walter Maurer

Imposing modern architecture from LAAC-architects Katrin Aste and Frank Ludin. This striking structure in steel and glass reflects the surrounding mountain scenery of Innsbruck from every point of view.

PEMA 2
PEMA 2
by Walter Maurer

The roof terrace of Pema 2. Nice overview on the entire train station area, Pema 1 and even the lights of Seegrube and Hafelekar in the far.

Salfeinssee
Salfeinssee
by Walter Maurer

Diesen Blick auf die Kalkkögel der Axamer Lizum, die sich hier im Salfeinssee so wunderbar spiegeln, hatte ich schon lange auf meiner Wunschliste. “Photographer’s Ephemeris” versprach an diesem Tag den Mondaufgang für 18:25, genau hinter den Kalkkögeln, was den Anreiz noch erhöhte. Der Aufstieg von Grinzens Richtung Kemater Alm und weiter über die Salfeinsalm bis zum See (knapp 1000 Höhenmeter) ist mit Fotorucksack und Stativ recht schweisstreibend. Der Forstweg zur Kemater Alm ist momentan wegen Murenabgängen für Autos gesperrt. Oben angelangt zeigte sich der Himmel bewölkt und nur einzelne Wolkenfenster liessen die Berge im erwünschten Licht erstrahlen. Der Beste Standpunkt für die Spiegelung am See war schnell gefunden, und dann hiess es nur noch warten auf die besten Lichtstimmungen, den Ort geniessen und knipsen, knipsen, knipsen. Göttliche Ruhe und keine Menschenseele weit und breit. Doch dann kam eine ganze Herde Kühe von der Salfeinsalm auf das Plateau und es war vorbei mit der Besinnlichkeit. Eine Zeit lang versuchten wir unseren Standplatz gegen die wild umherspringenden Tiere zu verteidigen, doch ihr aggressives Verhalten zwang uns schliesslich den Weg um den See frei zu geben und entgegen unseren Plänen doch bei Tageslicht den Abstieg anzutreten. Einige Bilder waren im Kasten aber die beste Zeit wäre sicher noch gekommen. Wir kommen wieder.

HDR aus 3 Belichtungen mit Photomatix Pro

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The chapel by the lake
Obernberger See
by Walter Maurer

Lake Obernberg on a cloudy day. This time at a very high water level.

evening in the alps
Salfeinssee
by Walter Maurer

A calm evening at the Salfeinssee in Tyrol. Never had a clearer reflection in that lake.

Salfeinssee
Salfeinssee
by Walter Maurer

Autumn is the best time of the year to enjoy the beauty of tyrolian mountains. This small lake near "Kemater Alm" is one of my favorite spots and this time we were very lucky to get such beautiful light.

Innsbruck
Inn
by Walter Maurer

This row of colorful facades is probably the best known view of Innsbruck. Photographed millions of times and yet always a charming motif. The fresh winterly colors and the graffity under the bridge, wich I noticed for the first time, made me pressing the shutter.

Eulenwiesen
Eulenwiesen
by Walter Maurer

Autumn at a place near Innsbruck, called "Eulenwiesen", famous for its beautiful Larch woods. I've been there a few times before, but never got it that colorful.

Innsbruck - light and shadow II
Innsbruck
by Walter Maurer

Das Befreiungsdenkmal am Eduard-Wallnöfer-Platz in Innsbruck wurde von 1946 bis 1948 auf Initiative und auf Kosten der französischen Besatzungsmacht nach Entwürfen des Architekten der französischen Militärregierung für Tirol und Vorarlberg, Major Jean Pascaud, von Tiroler Künstlern und Handwerkern errichtet. Das Denkmal ist jenen Personen gewidmet, die für die Befreiung Österreichs aus siebenjähriger Unfreiheit unter dem Nationalsozialismus von 1938 bis 1945 ihr Leben geopfert haben. (Wikipedia)

the chapel
Chapel
by Walter Maurer

Found this lovely little chapel high above the entrance to the Ötztal in Haimingerberg. The blooming meadows and some fluffy clouds made the shot complete.

Thanks to all Phoide contributors to Stubai Alps!
Most notably Walter Maurer.