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A narrow, paved road winds through a lush green landscape under a bright, partly cloudy sky. To the left, tall deciduous trees with light green spring leaves stand near the road, while the right side features rolling grassy hills and scattered evergreens. The sun shines brightly through the clouds, casting a soft light and long shadows across the path, which curves gently into the distance toward a dense forest.

A narrow, paved road winds through a lush green landscape under a bright, partly cloudy sky. To the left, tall deciduous trees with light green spring leaves stand near the road, while the right side features rolling grassy hills and scattered evergreens. The sun shines brightly through the clouds, casting a soft light and long shadows across the path, which curves gently into the distance toward a dense forest.

Back in the Bregenzerwald and another easy morning run🏃 today. 10,6km / elevation gain 232/ 57min. It was sunny but with a cold wind.

2 hours ago 14 1 0 0
A low-angle, wide shot captures the **Vienna City Rathaus (City Hall)** in Austria, a grand Neo-Gothic building with intricate stonework, pointed arches, and several ornate spires reaching toward a blue sky filled with wispy clouds.
In front of the building, a large event stage is set up for the **Vienna City Marathon**. A teal banner across the top of the stage displays the event name, while large vertical banners on the sides feature "Powerade" branding and live-stream screens showing race footage.
A diverse crowd of people, many in athletic gear, is gathered in the foreground at a festival area. To the left, a white food truck is visible, and to the right, a tent branded "Rock of Food" serves the attendees. The overall atmosphere is vibrant and busy, highlighting a post-race celebration in a historic urban setting.

A low-angle, wide shot captures the **Vienna City Rathaus (City Hall)** in Austria, a grand Neo-Gothic building with intricate stonework, pointed arches, and several ornate spires reaching toward a blue sky filled with wispy clouds. In front of the building, a large event stage is set up for the **Vienna City Marathon**. A teal banner across the top of the stage displays the event name, while large vertical banners on the sides feature "Powerade" branding and live-stream screens showing race footage. A diverse crowd of people, many in athletic gear, is gathered in the foreground at a festival area. To the left, a white food truck is visible, and to the right, a tent branded "Rock of Food" serves the attendees. The overall atmosphere is vibrant and busy, highlighting a post-race celebration in a historic urban setting.

A wide, eye-level shot captures a vibrant scene from the **Vienna City Marathon**. Three runners are seen mid-stride on a bright **pink carpet** that lines the race track. On the left, two runners in dark athletic wear move toward the edge of the frame, while on the right, a runner in a turquoise shirt and dark shorts runs toward the left.
The backdrop features the magnificent **Burgtheater**, a grand historic building with white stone columns, statues along the roofline, and arched windows. A large digital screen is positioned in the center, displaying live race footage and event branding.
The track is separated from the spectator and event areas by metal barriers decorated with flower boxes. In the background, white event tents and a crowd of onlookers add to the festive atmosphere under a bright, slightly cloudy sky. Overhead, tram power lines and a traffic light are visible, grounding the event in its urban European setting.

A wide, eye-level shot captures a vibrant scene from the **Vienna City Marathon**. Three runners are seen mid-stride on a bright **pink carpet** that lines the race track. On the left, two runners in dark athletic wear move toward the edge of the frame, while on the right, a runner in a turquoise shirt and dark shorts runs toward the left. The backdrop features the magnificent **Burgtheater**, a grand historic building with white stone columns, statues along the roofline, and arched windows. A large digital screen is positioned in the center, displaying live race footage and event branding. The track is separated from the spectator and event areas by metal barriers decorated with flower boxes. In the background, white event tents and a crowd of onlookers add to the festive atmosphere under a bright, slightly cloudy sky. Overhead, tram power lines and a traffic light are visible, grounding the event in its urban European setting.

A high-angle, wide shot depicts a bustling event village during the **Vienna City Marathon**, set against a bright, sunny sky with the sun positioned directly overhead.
The scene is filled with numerous white, pointed **event tents** lining a wide pedestrian path. A large crowd of people, many dressed in athletic attire and carrying finisher bags, walks through the area, creating a lively post-race atmosphere. In the background, the grand architecture of the **Burgtheater** is visible, partially framed by lush green trees.
A tall, red vertical banner for "Wiener Städtische" stands prominently in the right foreground, while various other promotional banners and signs, including one for "Powerade," are scattered throughout the festival grounds. The overall composition highlights the scale of the event and the vibrant energy of the participants gathered in the historic center of Vienna.

A high-angle, wide shot depicts a bustling event village during the **Vienna City Marathon**, set against a bright, sunny sky with the sun positioned directly overhead. The scene is filled with numerous white, pointed **event tents** lining a wide pedestrian path. A large crowd of people, many dressed in athletic attire and carrying finisher bags, walks through the area, creating a lively post-race atmosphere. In the background, the grand architecture of the **Burgtheater** is visible, partially framed by lush green trees. A tall, red vertical banner for "Wiener Städtische" stands prominently in the right foreground, while various other promotional banners and signs, including one for "Powerade," are scattered throughout the festival grounds. The overall composition highlights the scale of the event and the vibrant energy of the participants gathered in the historic center of Vienna.

Today at the Vienna City Marathon – not as a runner, but simply as a supporter of my sister and brother-in-law. #running #marathon #vienna #viennacitymarathon #vcm

1 day ago 21 0 0 0
An eye-level, wide shot of an orange suspension bridge crossing a body of water under a clear blue sky. The bridge has concrete towers and thin cables that support its orange deck. The water is dark and calm, with some reflections of the bridge and the sky. The far bank is green with trees and bushes, and there are some power lines in the distance. The lighting is bright and sunny, and the overall mood is peaceful and serene.

An eye-level, wide shot of an orange suspension bridge crossing a body of water under a clear blue sky. The bridge has concrete towers and thin cables that support its orange deck. The water is dark and calm, with some reflections of the bridge and the sky. The far bank is green with trees and bushes, and there are some power lines in the distance. The lighting is bright and sunny, and the overall mood is peaceful and serene.

A high-angle, wide shot of a paved riverside path under a bright, clear blue sky. The sun is high, creating a lens flare and shimmering reflections on the surface of the calm river to the left. A vibrant green tree stands prominently near the water's edge, while a grassy embankment separates the path from the river. The asphalt path stretches into the distance, marked with white lettering "RU 17.6." Lush green foliage and trees line the horizon on the opposite bank, contributing to a peaceful, sunny afternoon atmosphere.

A high-angle, wide shot of a paved riverside path under a bright, clear blue sky. The sun is high, creating a lens flare and shimmering reflections on the surface of the calm river to the left. A vibrant green tree stands prominently near the water's edge, while a grassy embankment separates the path from the river. The asphalt path stretches into the distance, marked with white lettering "RU 17.6." Lush green foliage and trees line the horizon on the opposite bank, contributing to a peaceful, sunny afternoon atmosphere.

A landscape photograph featuring a lush, green hill under a clear, bright blue sky. At the summit of the hill sits a white church or chapel with a prominent light-colored roof. To the left, a tall, red-and-white striped communication tower stands on a adjacent ridge. In the foreground, a wide, grassy meadow slopes upward toward the base of the hills. The scene is captured in bright daylight, emphasizing the vibrant greens of the foliage and the crispness of the horizon.

A landscape photograph featuring a lush, green hill under a clear, bright blue sky. At the summit of the hill sits a white church or chapel with a prominent light-colored roof. To the left, a tall, red-and-white striped communication tower stands on a adjacent ridge. In the foreground, a wide, grassy meadow slopes upward toward the base of the hills. The scene is captured in bright daylight, emphasizing the vibrant greens of the foliage and the crispness of the horizon.

A wide-angle, eye-level shot featuring a modern cityscape by a river under a clear blue sky. In the background, a tall, cylindrical glass skyscraper with a distinct pointed antenna rises above a line of green trees, its reflection visible in the calm water of the river. In the foreground and middle ground, a curved concrete bridge or elevated railway track supported by pillars with graffiti crosses the water. The riverbank is covered in green grass, and the overall scene is brightly lit by afternoon sunlight, creating a crisp and urban yet peaceful atmosphere.

A wide-angle, eye-level shot featuring a modern cityscape by a river under a clear blue sky. In the background, a tall, cylindrical glass skyscraper with a distinct pointed antenna rises above a line of green trees, its reflection visible in the calm water of the river. In the foreground and middle ground, a curved concrete bridge or elevated railway track supported by pillars with graffiti crosses the water. The riverbank is covered in green grass, and the overall scene is brightly lit by afternoon sunlight, creating a crisp and urban yet peaceful atmosphere.

Morning run 🏃 on the Danube Island in Vienna. 15,5km in 75 min. A sunny and warm morning here in Vienna. #morningrun #running #marathontraining #vienna #smartphonephotography

3 days ago 18 0 0 0

We do everything for our cats. 😀

3 days ago 1 0 0 0
A black cat with yellow eyes is lying on a white, fluffy faux fur rug or sheepskin. The rug is draped over a black, round Acapulco-style chair made of woven cords. The scene is illuminated by warm, natural sunlight, creating a high-contrast look between the cat's dark fur and the bright white rug.

A black cat with yellow eyes is lying on a white, fluffy faux fur rug or sheepskin. The rug is draped over a black, round Acapulco-style chair made of woven cords. The scene is illuminated by warm, natural sunlight, creating a high-contrast look between the cat's dark fur and the bright white rug.

Happy caturday!
#caturday #CatsofBlueSky #BlueSkyCats #cats #catsky #Photography

3 days ago 21 1 1 0
An eye-level, vertical outdoor shot captures a sun-drenched, light-gray gravel path stretching into the distance. To the left, several tall, deciduous trees with pale bark and budding spring leaves line the path, their long shadows stretching diagonally across the gravel. The sun peeks through the branches of the second tree, creating a bright focal point. On the right, a grassy slope leads down toward a body of water, partially obscured by the drooping, vibrant green branches of a willow tree. The sky above is a clear, pale blue, and the overall scene is filled with the warm, bright light of late afternoon.

An eye-level, vertical outdoor shot captures a sun-drenched, light-gray gravel path stretching into the distance. To the left, several tall, deciduous trees with pale bark and budding spring leaves line the path, their long shadows stretching diagonally across the gravel. The sun peeks through the branches of the second tree, creating a bright focal point. On the right, a grassy slope leads down toward a body of water, partially obscured by the drooping, vibrant green branches of a willow tree. The sky above is a clear, pale blue, and the overall scene is filled with the warm, bright light of late afternoon.

Today a short and easy morning run 🏃 in Vienna, along the Old Danube. 8,2km in 42min. It’s much warmer here in Vienna than in Vorarlberg, the flowers are in bloom and the leaves on the trees are already green. #morningrun #running #marathontraining #vienna #smartphonephotography

4 days ago 20 1 0 0
A vertical, eye-level, wide shot shows a tall bronze sculpture of a woman in a wide, dome-shaped dress. The sculpture is situated in a dark park setting at night, with a city skyline visible in the distance across a body of water.
The sculpture, which has a textured, spiky surface, is illuminated from below by bright orange light, which also highlights a misty, smoky effect at its base. To the left of the woman is a tall, slender metal pole topped with a kinetic, circular sculpture. The woman has her arms outstretched to the sides, with her palms facing upward.
The background is a deep blue night sky with light clouds. In the far distance, the lights of city buildings are visible against the dark horizon. The ground around the sculpture is covered in dark foliage.

A vertical, eye-level, wide shot shows a tall bronze sculpture of a woman in a wide, dome-shaped dress. The sculpture is situated in a dark park setting at night, with a city skyline visible in the distance across a body of water. The sculpture, which has a textured, spiky surface, is illuminated from below by bright orange light, which also highlights a misty, smoky effect at its base. To the left of the woman is a tall, slender metal pole topped with a kinetic, circular sculpture. The woman has her arms outstretched to the sides, with her palms facing upward. The background is a deep blue night sky with light clouds. In the far distance, the lights of city buildings are visible against the dark horizon. The ground around the sculpture is covered in dark foliage.

André Heller Park Vienna this evening. #vienna #wien #photography

4 days ago 13 2 0 0
A Strava activity summary overlaying a vertical photo of a long, straight gravel path lined with tall, budding green trees under a bright, overcast sky. The text on the image reads: "Morning Run - long & easy." Statistics show a distance of 35.36 km, a total time of 2h 54m, and an average pace of 4:57 /km. The Strava logo and a running shoe icon are visible in the upper corners of the data overlay.

A Strava activity summary overlaying a vertical photo of a long, straight gravel path lined with tall, budding green trees under a bright, overcast sky. The text on the image reads: "Morning Run - long & easy." Statistics show a distance of 35.36 km, a total time of 2h 54m, and an average pace of 4:57 /km. The Strava logo and a running shoe icon are visible in the upper corners of the data overlay.

A wide landscape shot of a park on a cloudy day, featuring a stone sculpture of a sea serpent or dragon "swimming" through a patch of gravel in the grass. A curved dirt path leads the eye toward a distant shoreline with sailboats and misty mountains in the background. Tall, mature trees with light green spring foliage frame the left side of the image, while picnic tables sit to the right.

A wide landscape shot of a park on a cloudy day, featuring a stone sculpture of a sea serpent or dragon "swimming" through a patch of gravel in the grass. A curved dirt path leads the eye toward a distant shoreline with sailboats and misty mountains in the background. Tall, mature trees with light green spring foliage frame the left side of the image, while picnic tables sit to the right.

A wide landscape shot of a park on a cloudy day, featuring a stone sculpture of a sea serpent or dragon "swimming" through a patch of gravel in the grass. A curved dirt path leads the eye toward a distant shoreline with sailboats and misty mountains in the background. Tall, mature trees with light green spring foliage frame the left side of the image, while picnic tables sit to the right.

A wide landscape shot of a park on a cloudy day, featuring a stone sculpture of a sea serpent or dragon "swimming" through a patch of gravel in the grass. A curved dirt path leads the eye toward a distant shoreline with sailboats and misty mountains in the background. Tall, mature trees with light green spring foliage frame the left side of the image, while picnic tables sit to the right.

Long-distance Morning run. 🏃 From Bregenz to Lindau Island and back. 35km in 2h 54 min #running #morningrun #marathontraining #bregenz #lindau #smartphonephotography

5 days ago 17 0 0 0
A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot shows a narrow, paved path winding through a grassy field under a grey, overcast sky. On the left side of the path, a large, leafless tree with two main trunks dominates the foreground, its intricate branches reaching upward. The path curves gently to the right, leading into a misty background where more trees and rolling hills are visible. The grass on both sides of the path is green, with some small white flowers scattered throughout. The overall atmosphere is quiet and somewhat somber due to the fog and lack of direct sunlight.

A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot shows a narrow, paved path winding through a grassy field under a grey, overcast sky. On the left side of the path, a large, leafless tree with two main trunks dominates the foreground, its intricate branches reaching upward. The path curves gently to the right, leading into a misty background where more trees and rolling hills are visible. The grass on both sides of the path is green, with some small white flowers scattered throughout. The overall atmosphere is quiet and somewhat somber due to the fog and lack of direct sunlight.

A short, easy morning run 🏃 in Krumbach. 7,2km/ elevation gain 150m/ 39min. It was rainy and colder than yesterday. Only +6°C. Where’s spring? #morningrun #running #marathontraining #krumbach #bregenzerwald #smartphonephotography

1 week ago 23 0 0 0
A high-angle, wide panoramic photograph shows a snow-covered mountain village nestled in a valley beneath towering, rugged peaks under a bright blue sky with wispy clouds. The foreground consists of a snow-dusted slope leading down toward the cluster of alpine buildings, which feature dark wooden roofs and white or light-colored facades. To the left, a massive, jagged mountain rises steeply, its rocky face partially covered in snow. In the center, another prominent, sunlit peak dominates the horizon. Dense evergreen forests line the lower slopes of the mountains, and thin ski lift lines are visible stretching across the landscape. The overall scene is bright, crisp, and emblematic of a winter resort in the Alps.

A high-angle, wide panoramic photograph shows a snow-covered mountain village nestled in a valley beneath towering, rugged peaks under a bright blue sky with wispy clouds. The foreground consists of a snow-dusted slope leading down toward the cluster of alpine buildings, which feature dark wooden roofs and white or light-colored facades. To the left, a massive, jagged mountain rises steeply, its rocky face partially covered in snow. In the center, another prominent, sunlit peak dominates the horizon. Dense evergreen forests line the lower slopes of the mountains, and thin ski lift lines are visible stretching across the landscape. The overall scene is bright, crisp, and emblematic of a winter resort in the Alps.

Lech am Arlberg.

#MountainMonday #BlueSkyMonday #Lech #Austria #Landscape #landscapephotography #Photography #Mountains #leica #leicam

1 week ago 28 4 0 0
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A vertical eye-level shot captures a winding gravel road disappearing into a thick, white fog. The road curves from the bottom center toward the upper right, flanked by rolling green hills. To the left, a dense cluster of dark evergreen trees stands partially obscured by the mist, while a few leafless, spindly deciduous trees and shrubs are scattered along the right side of the path. The atmosphere is quiet and ethereal, with the heavy fog blending the distant landscape into a seamless, pale gray sky.

A vertical eye-level shot captures a winding gravel road disappearing into a thick, white fog. The road curves from the bottom center toward the upper right, flanked by rolling green hills. To the left, a dense cluster of dark evergreen trees stands partially obscured by the mist, while a few leafless, spindly deciduous trees and shrubs are scattered along the right side of the path. The atmosphere is quiet and ethereal, with the heavy fog blending the distant landscape into a seamless, pale gray sky.

Easy morning run 🏃 in Krumbach. It was a foggy, cold morning here in Bregenz Forest. 12km/ elevation gain 260m/ 1h 4min
#morningrun #running #marathontraining #krumbach #bregenzerwald #smartphonephotography

1 week ago 49 1 0 0
A vertical, eye-level shot captures a winding, two-track paved path leading through a vibrant green, hilly landscape under a heavy, overcast sky. The path, composed of two parallel concrete or asphalt strips with grass and dirt growing in the center and along the edges, starts in the bottom foreground and curves gently to the left before snaking back toward a small cluster of houses on the horizon. The surrounding hills are covered in lush, bright green grass. In the middle ground to the right of the path stands a solitary, tall evergreen tree. Several traditional, multi-story houses with gabled roofs and light-colored facades are scattered across the crest of the hill in the background. The entire scene is shrouded in a thick, white mist or fog that obscures the distant background and creates a soft, diffused light, giving the landscape a quiet, serene, and slightly moody atmosphere.

A vertical, eye-level shot captures a winding, two-track paved path leading through a vibrant green, hilly landscape under a heavy, overcast sky. The path, composed of two parallel concrete or asphalt strips with grass and dirt growing in the center and along the edges, starts in the bottom foreground and curves gently to the left before snaking back toward a small cluster of houses on the horizon. The surrounding hills are covered in lush, bright green grass. In the middle ground to the right of the path stands a solitary, tall evergreen tree. Several traditional, multi-story houses with gabled roofs and light-colored facades are scattered across the crest of the hill in the background. The entire scene is shrouded in a thick, white mist or fog that obscures the distant background and creates a soft, diffused light, giving the landscape a quiet, serene, and slightly moody atmosphere.

Rainy morning run 🏃 in Krumbach. 10,6km/ elevation gain 230m/ 52min
#morningrun #running #marathontraining #krumbach #bregenzerwald #smartphonephotography

1 week ago 39 2 0 0
A vertical outdoor photograph captures a serene, overcast morning over a large body of water, overlaid with fitness tracking statistics from the Strava app.
The top two-thirds of the image are dominated by a heavy, textured blanket of grey and white clouds. Below, a calm expanse of dark water stretches to a distant shoreline marked by a thin line of trees and buildings under a hazy horizon. Several dark wooden pilings protrude from the water in the middle ground.
In the lower half, white text and icons provide the following workout details:
• Top Left: A stylized icon of a running shoe.
• Top Right: The STRAVA logo in bold, capital letters.
• Title: "Morning Run - tempo"
• Distance: 21.51 km
• Time: 1h 29m
• Pace: 4:11 /km

A vertical outdoor photograph captures a serene, overcast morning over a large body of water, overlaid with fitness tracking statistics from the Strava app. The top two-thirds of the image are dominated by a heavy, textured blanket of grey and white clouds. Below, a calm expanse of dark water stretches to a distant shoreline marked by a thin line of trees and buildings under a hazy horizon. Several dark wooden pilings protrude from the water in the middle ground. In the lower half, white text and icons provide the following workout details: • Top Left: A stylized icon of a running shoe. • Top Right: The STRAVA logo in bold, capital letters. • Title: "Morning Run - tempo" • Distance: 21.51 km • Time: 1h 29m • Pace: 4:11 /km

A wide-angle, eye-level outdoor shot shows a lakeside promenade on a cloudy day. In the foreground, a gray metal railing separates a concrete walkway from the water’s edge. To the right, a wide gravel path is lined with tall, budding trees and black lamp posts. A two-story building with a dark gabled roof and a white facade sits along the path, featuring a glass-enclosed patio area. In the background, a large, forested hill rises behind a small town with white buildings, under a thick layer of overcast gray clouds. The calm water of the lake ripples gently towards the shore.

A wide-angle, eye-level outdoor shot shows a lakeside promenade on a cloudy day. In the foreground, a gray metal railing separates a concrete walkway from the water’s edge. To the right, a wide gravel path is lined with tall, budding trees and black lamp posts. A two-story building with a dark gabled roof and a white facade sits along the path, featuring a glass-enclosed patio area. In the background, a large, forested hill rises behind a small town with white buildings, under a thick layer of overcast gray clouds. The calm water of the lake ripples gently towards the shore.

A quiet park pathway lined with tall trees and early spring foliage, with small white-blossoming trees on the left. The gravel path splits and curves through the park, where benches, lampposts, and a playground area are visible in the distance under a cloudy sky.

A quiet park pathway lined with tall trees and early spring foliage, with small white-blossoming trees on the left. The gravel path splits and curves through the park, where benches, lampposts, and a playground area are visible in the distance under a cloudy sky.

Tempo morning run 🏃 from Bregenz to Lindau and back. 21,5km in 1h 29min
#morningrun #running #bregenz #lindau #halfmarathon #byebye03 #marathontraining #smartphonephotography

1 week ago 17 0 0 0
A large, glowing orange sun sets behind a dark silhouette of evergreen trees against a black background. The sun is a massive, textured semi-circle, occupying the center of the frame, with the jagged tops of the forest creating a sharp, dark horizon line across its lower half.

A large, glowing orange sun sets behind a dark silhouette of evergreen trees against a black background. The sun is a massive, textured semi-circle, occupying the center of the frame, with the jagged tops of the forest creating a sharp, dark horizon line across its lower half.

A vertical, minimalist photograph captures a large, orange-red sun setting behind a dark silhouette of a pine forest. The sun appears as a perfect, glowing semicircle, heavily cropped by a circular vignette that fades into a solid black background. The sharp, jagged outlines of the coniferous trees create a stark contrast against the warm, vibrant light of the sun.

A vertical, minimalist photograph captures a large, orange-red sun setting behind a dark silhouette of a pine forest. The sun appears as a perfect, glowing semicircle, heavily cropped by a circular vignette that fades into a solid black background. The sharp, jagged outlines of the coniferous trees create a stark contrast against the warm, vibrant light of the sun.

A vertical, close-up photograph features a sleek, white **ZWO Seestar S30 Pro** smart telescope mounted on a black tripod. The device, which has a distinct L-shaped minimalist design, is positioned in the right foreground and appears to be pointed toward the horizon.
The background shows a soft-focus landscape during **golden hour**, with the sun setting behind distant rolling hills and a dark treeline. A wooden fence and a green field are visible in the mid-ground under a clear, pale blue sky. The lighting highlights the smooth matte finish of the telescope, with the red "S30 Pro" branding subtly visible on its side.

A vertical, close-up photograph features a sleek, white **ZWO Seestar S30 Pro** smart telescope mounted on a black tripod. The device, which has a distinct L-shaped minimalist design, is positioned in the right foreground and appears to be pointed toward the horizon. The background shows a soft-focus landscape during **golden hour**, with the sun setting behind distant rolling hills and a dark treeline. A wooden fence and a green field are visible in the mid-ground under a clear, pale blue sky. The lighting highlights the smooth matte finish of the telescope, with the red "S30 Pro" branding subtly visible on its side.

Sunset this evening, captured with the Seestar s30 Pro. #sunset #sun #seestar #seestars30pro #astrophotography

1 week ago 31 2 0 0

Trainiere gerade für den Salzburg Marathon am 17. Mai. Jetzt ist das Wetter wenigstens wieder besser, da fällt das trainieren gleich viel leichter 😀

2 weeks ago 1 0 0 0
A vertical, wide-angle outdoor shot shows a paved lakeside promenade on a sunny day. In the center, a large, mostly bare tree with thin branches stands, with the sun low in the sky shining through its limbs, creating a bright lens flare and casting a long, dramatic shadow across the concrete walkway toward the bottom left.
To the left, a calm body of water reflects the clear blue sky and distant green hills. A simple metal railing separates the path from the water. To the right of the tree, a paved road or wider path continues, bordered by more trees and green shrubbery. In the foreground, a circular metal manhole cover is visible on the light gray pavement. The overall atmosphere is peaceful and bright, suggesting early morning

A vertical, wide-angle outdoor shot shows a paved lakeside promenade on a sunny day. In the center, a large, mostly bare tree with thin branches stands, with the sun low in the sky shining through its limbs, creating a bright lens flare and casting a long, dramatic shadow across the concrete walkway toward the bottom left. To the left, a calm body of water reflects the clear blue sky and distant green hills. A simple metal railing separates the path from the water. To the right of the tree, a paved road or wider path continues, bordered by more trees and green shrubbery. In the foreground, a circular metal manhole cover is visible on the light gray pavement. The overall atmosphere is peaceful and bright, suggesting early morning

Interval Training 🏃 in Bregenz. 3km warmup, 4x 800m intervals 3:45/ 3min, 3km cool down.
#morningrun #running #morningsun #sunrise #bregenz #marathontraining #smartphonephotography

2 weeks ago 21 0 1 0
A wide-angle landscape shot of a vibrant sunset over a silhouette of rolling hills and a dark evergreen forest. The sky is dominated by wispy, feathery clouds streaked with brilliant shades of orange, fiery red, and soft pink, transitioning into a deep twilight blue at the top. The foreground shows a dark, grassy slope in deep shadow, leading the eye toward the glowing horizon where the sun has just dipped out of sight.

A wide-angle landscape shot of a vibrant sunset over a silhouette of rolling hills and a dark evergreen forest. The sky is dominated by wispy, feathery clouds streaked with brilliant shades of orange, fiery red, and soft pink, transitioning into a deep twilight blue at the top. The foreground shows a dark, grassy slope in deep shadow, leading the eye toward the glowing horizon where the sun has just dipped out of sight.

The sky this evening after sunset. #sunset #bregenzerwald

2 weeks ago 21 2 1 0
A vertical, wide-angle shot of a tranquil forest at dawn or dusk. A small, shallow stream flows through the center, its surface reflecting the soft light. The ground is covered in a thick layer of damp, brown leaves and patches of bright green moss. Tall, slender trees with thin branches stretch upward, their trunks partially covered in moss. In the background, the sun glows brightly through the dense trees, creating a hazy, golden atmosphere and casting long, soft shadows across the forest floor.

A vertical, wide-angle shot of a tranquil forest at dawn or dusk. A small, shallow stream flows through the center, its surface reflecting the soft light. The ground is covered in a thick layer of damp, brown leaves and patches of bright green moss. Tall, slender trees with thin branches stretch upward, their trunks partially covered in moss. In the background, the sun glows brightly through the dense trees, creating a hazy, golden atmosphere and casting long, soft shadows across the forest floor.

Another short and easy morning run 🏃 in Krumbach. 7,2km/ elevation gain 150m/ 41min
#morningrun #running #marathontraining #krumbach #bregenzerwald #morningsun #sunrise #smartphonephotography

2 weeks ago 60 9 0 0

Sorry 😀verschrieben +19°c

2 weeks ago 1 0 0 0
An image shared from the Strava app showing the summary of a morning run along a waterfront path.
Background: A scenic view of a paved pedestrian path running alongside a large body of water under a clear blue sky. In the distance, there are hills, some buildings, and a glimpse of snow-capped mountains.

The following text is overlaid on the image in a bold, white font: Activity Title: Morning Run - long & easy
Performance Metrics
Distance:34.37 km 
Time: 2h 50m 
Pace:4:58 /km

An image shared from the Strava app showing the summary of a morning run along a waterfront path. Background: A scenic view of a paved pedestrian path running alongside a large body of water under a clear blue sky. In the distance, there are hills, some buildings, and a glimpse of snow-capped mountains. The following text is overlaid on the image in a bold, white font: Activity Title: Morning Run - long & easy Performance Metrics Distance:34.37 km Time: 2h 50m Pace:4:58 /km

A wide-angle, bright landscape photograph captures the iconic harbor entrance of Lindau on Lake Constance (Bodensee).
## Harbour Features
 * **The Entrance:** Two prominent landmarks flank the harbor opening: the **Bavarian Lion statue** on the left and the **Lindau Lighthouse** on the right.
 * **The Vessel:** A large white passenger ferry is positioned near the lighthouse, appearing to glide across the calm, turquoise-tinted water.
 * **The Marina:** To the far left, several sailboats are docked at a pier, their masts reaching upward against the shoreline.
## Environment and Sky
 * **Sky:** The sky is a vibrant blue, dominated by a bright, high sun that creates a slight lens flare. Thin, wispy cirrus clouds and several distinct white contrails stretch across the atmosphere.
 * **Mountains:** In the far background, a majestic range of snow-capped mountains (the Alps) sits low on the horizon, partially obscured by a light atmospheric haze.
 * **Water:** The foreground features expansive, still water that reflects the bright sunlight and the silhouettes of the harbor structures.
The overall composition is airy and expansive, conveying a crisp, clear day in a picturesque European lakeside town.

A wide-angle, bright landscape photograph captures the iconic harbor entrance of Lindau on Lake Constance (Bodensee). ## Harbour Features * **The Entrance:** Two prominent landmarks flank the harbor opening: the **Bavarian Lion statue** on the left and the **Lindau Lighthouse** on the right. * **The Vessel:** A large white passenger ferry is positioned near the lighthouse, appearing to glide across the calm, turquoise-tinted water. * **The Marina:** To the far left, several sailboats are docked at a pier, their masts reaching upward against the shoreline. ## Environment and Sky * **Sky:** The sky is a vibrant blue, dominated by a bright, high sun that creates a slight lens flare. Thin, wispy cirrus clouds and several distinct white contrails stretch across the atmosphere. * **Mountains:** In the far background, a majestic range of snow-capped mountains (the Alps) sits low on the horizon, partially obscured by a light atmospheric haze. * **Water:** The foreground features expansive, still water that reflects the bright sunlight and the silhouettes of the harbor structures. The overall composition is airy and expansive, conveying a crisp, clear day in a picturesque European lakeside town.

A wide-angle, eye-level photograph captures a serene lakeside promenade on a bright, sunny day.
## Scene Composition
 * **Foreground:** Large, dark-barked trees with intricate, leafless branches frame the top of the image, with sunlight filtered through the twigs. To the left, a cherry blossom tree in full pink bloom adds a burst of spring color.
 * **Midground:** A concrete retaining wall separates a paved walkway from a pebbled shoreline. Small white birds, likely swans or ducks, float on the calm, clear water. A few people are visible in the distance on the left, walking near park benches.
 * **Background:** A vast, tranquil lake stretches toward a horizon of snow-capped mountains under a pale blue sky with light, wispy clouds.
## Lighting and Atmosphere
The sun is positioned directly behind the tree branches, creating a gentle flare and casting long, soft shadows across the path. The overall mood is peaceful and characteristic of early spring in a mountainous region.

A wide-angle, eye-level photograph captures a serene lakeside promenade on a bright, sunny day. ## Scene Composition * **Foreground:** Large, dark-barked trees with intricate, leafless branches frame the top of the image, with sunlight filtered through the twigs. To the left, a cherry blossom tree in full pink bloom adds a burst of spring color. * **Midground:** A concrete retaining wall separates a paved walkway from a pebbled shoreline. Small white birds, likely swans or ducks, float on the calm, clear water. A few people are visible in the distance on the left, walking near park benches. * **Background:** A vast, tranquil lake stretches toward a horizon of snow-capped mountains under a pale blue sky with light, wispy clouds. ## Lighting and Atmosphere The sun is positioned directly behind the tree branches, creating a gentle flare and casting long, soft shadows across the path. The overall mood is peaceful and characteristic of early spring in a mountainous region.

Sunday morning long-distance run. 🏃 From Bregenz to Lindau Island and back. It was sunny and warm. +29 °C. I ran in shorts for the first time this year. 34km in 2h 50 min #running #morningrun #marathontraining #bregenz #lindau #smartphonephotography

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A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot shows a dirt road winding through a forest during a seasonal transition. On the left, a patch of melting snow covers the ground, while the right side is scattered with dry, brown leaves. The road, made of dark gray gravel and dirt, leads into a dense thicket of tall evergreen and deciduous trees. The evergreens have thick, dark green needles, while the deciduous trees are mostly bare with thin, light-colored trunks. In the distant center, a small white signpost stands at a fork or bend in the path. The sky is overcast and pale, visible through the gaps in the upper branches.

A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot shows a dirt road winding through a forest during a seasonal transition. On the left, a patch of melting snow covers the ground, while the right side is scattered with dry, brown leaves. The road, made of dark gray gravel and dirt, leads into a dense thicket of tall evergreen and deciduous trees. The evergreens have thick, dark green needles, while the deciduous trees are mostly bare with thin, light-colored trunks. In the distant center, a small white signpost stands at a fork or bend in the path. The sky is overcast and pale, visible through the gaps in the upper branches.

Short and easy morning run 🏃 in Krumbach. 7,2km/ elevation gain 150m/ 40 min
#morningrun #running #marathontraining #krumbach #bregenzerwald #smartphonephotography

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A vertical digital photograph shows a calm body of water, likely a lake, under a clear, bright blue sky. In the foreground, the water is transparent, revealing a bed of smooth pebbles and a large, textured grey rock on the right side. In the distance, a shoreline with low-lying buildings and a mountain range with snow-capped peaks are visible under a soft haze.
Overlaying the center of the image is white text and graphics from the Strava fitness app:
• Top Left: A stylized icon of a running shoe.
• Top Right: The STRAVA logo.
• Center Title: "Morning Run - tempo"
• Distance: 14.02 km
• Time: 58m 14s
• Pace: 4:09 /km

A vertical digital photograph shows a calm body of water, likely a lake, under a clear, bright blue sky. In the foreground, the water is transparent, revealing a bed of smooth pebbles and a large, textured grey rock on the right side. In the distance, a shoreline with low-lying buildings and a mountain range with snow-capped peaks are visible under a soft haze. Overlaying the center of the image is white text and graphics from the Strava fitness app: • Top Left: A stylized icon of a running shoe. • Top Right: The STRAVA logo. • Center Title: "Morning Run - tempo" • Distance: 14.02 km • Time: 58m 14s • Pace: 4:09 /km

A wide-angle, eye-level outdoor shot features a paved lakeside promenade on a sunny day. To the right, a calm blue lake meets a rocky shoreline, bordered by a long, light-colored stone seawall. To the left, a paved path is lined with young, leafless trees and a few people, including a person on an electric scooter and a cyclist further ahead.
In the background, a lush, forested mountain slopes down toward the water, with a small town and several multi-story buildings visible along the curve of the bay under a bright, clear sky with soft, wispy clouds.

A wide-angle, eye-level outdoor shot features a paved lakeside promenade on a sunny day. To the right, a calm blue lake meets a rocky shoreline, bordered by a long, light-colored stone seawall. To the left, a paved path is lined with young, leafless trees and a few people, including a person on an electric scooter and a cyclist further ahead. In the background, a lush, forested mountain slopes down toward the water, with a small town and several multi-story buildings visible along the curve of the bay under a bright, clear sky with soft, wispy clouds.

A wide shot captures a white, wooden gazebo at the end of a pier on a calm lake under a pale blue sky with light clouds. In the foreground, two large palm trees in square wooden planters frame the view. Flanking the scene are two tall, leafless deciduous trees with many branches. The walkway to the gazebo is paved, and a black metal railing runs along the edge of the water. The far shore is visible in the distance.

A wide shot captures a white, wooden gazebo at the end of a pier on a calm lake under a pale blue sky with light clouds. In the foreground, two large palm trees in square wooden planters frame the view. Flanking the scene are two tall, leafless deciduous trees with many branches. The walkway to the gazebo is paved, and a black metal railing runs along the edge of the water. The far shore is visible in the distance.

Tempo morning run 🏃 from Bregenz to Lindau and back. 3km warmup/ 14km Tempo / 3km cool down.
#morningrun #running #bregenz #marathontraining #bregenzerwald #smartphonephotography

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A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot shows a narrow paved road winding through a snowy landscape under a clear blue sky. The sun, partially obscured by a distant hill on the left, casts a bright lens flare diagonally across the scene. To the left of the road, a snow-covered field slopes upward. To the right, several large, bare deciduous trees stand along the roadside, their intricate branches reaching toward the sky. Patches of green grass and dirt are visible where the snow has melted along the edges of the road. A single power line stretches across the upper right corner of the frame.

A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot shows a narrow paved road winding through a snowy landscape under a clear blue sky. The sun, partially obscured by a distant hill on the left, casts a bright lens flare diagonally across the scene. To the left of the road, a snow-covered field slopes upward. To the right, several large, bare deciduous trees stand along the roadside, their intricate branches reaching toward the sky. Patches of green grass and dirt are visible where the snow has melted along the edges of the road. A single power line stretches across the upper right corner of the frame.

Easy morning run 🏃 in Krumbach with sunshine at -3°c. 11,6km/ elevation gain 260m/ 61 min
#morningrun #running #marathontraining #morningsun #sunrise #krumbach #bregenzerwald #smartphonephotography

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A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot depicts a wide, wet asphalt pedestrian path lined with leafless trees under an overcast, gray sky. The path stretches from the foreground into the distance, curving slightly to the right. On the left side of the path is a green lawn with a few modern lamp posts and a dark, low-profile building in the background. To the right, a row of benches faces a body of water, separated by a metal railing. In the distance along the waterfront, a white gazebo-like structure stands on a pier. The ground is damp, reflecting the dull light of the cloudy day, and the bare branches of the trees create a dense, intricate network against the sky.

A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot depicts a wide, wet asphalt pedestrian path lined with leafless trees under an overcast, gray sky. The path stretches from the foreground into the distance, curving slightly to the right. On the left side of the path is a green lawn with a few modern lamp posts and a dark, low-profile building in the background. To the right, a row of benches faces a body of water, separated by a metal railing. In the distance along the waterfront, a white gazebo-like structure stands on a pier. The ground is damp, reflecting the dull light of the cloudy day, and the bare branches of the trees create a dense, intricate network against the sky.

Interval training 🏃 in Bregenz again. It was a very cold, windy and rainy morning, and it wasn't easy to reach a pace of 3:45. 3km warmup, 8x 800m intervals, 3km cool down.
#morningrun #running #bregenz #marathontraining #smartphonephotography

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A wide, low-angle vertical shot shows a light-colored dirt path curving to the right through a lush green valley under a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds. To the left of the path, a rustic wooden fence follows the curve, separating the trail from a river and a traditional covered wooden bridge that spans the water. A tall, leafless tree stands prominently near a signpost between the path and the bridge. In the background, steep, forested mountains rise up, with a few white buildings nestled at their base on the right. A tall electrical pylon is also visible in the distance to the right.

A wide, low-angle vertical shot shows a light-colored dirt path curving to the right through a lush green valley under a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds. To the left of the path, a rustic wooden fence follows the curve, separating the trail from a river and a traditional covered wooden bridge that spans the water. A tall, leafless tree stands prominently near a signpost between the path and the bridge. In the background, steep, forested mountains rise up, with a few white buildings nestled at their base on the right. A tall electrical pylon is also visible in the distance to the right.

Another short and easy morning run 🏃 in Passeier Valley/ South Tyrol. 9,4km in 48min
#morningrun #running #marathontraining #morningsun

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A vertical image showcases a fitness activity summary from the Strava app, overlaid on a scenic outdoor photograph.
Background Image
The photo features a narrow, rugged river gorge or canyon. A small stream flows over rocks at the bottom, flanked by steep, rocky cliffs and dense greenery, including both coniferous and deciduous trees. The sky is visible at the top, showing a soft, overcast light.
Activity Details
The Strava logo and a running shoe icon are displayed in white text. The activity is titled "Morning Run - long" and includes the following statistics:

A vertical image showcases a fitness activity summary from the Strava app, overlaid on a scenic outdoor photograph. Background Image The photo features a narrow, rugged river gorge or canyon. A small stream flows over rocks at the bottom, flanked by steep, rocky cliffs and dense greenery, including both coniferous and deciduous trees. The sky is visible at the top, showing a soft, overcast light. Activity Details The Strava logo and a running shoe icon are displayed in white text. The activity is titled "Morning Run - long" and includes the following statistics:

A vertical, wide-angle shot of a picturesque riverside promenade in Meran.
Foreground and Architecture
On the right, a classic cream-colored building features a long, elegant green wrought-iron veranda with arched detailing. The ground is paved with a neat, fan-patterned cobblestone walkway that curves gently into the distance.
Natural Landscape
• The River: To the left, a shallow, rocky river flows alongside the path, separated by a green metal railing.
• Vegetation: A tree with dark reddish-purple blossoms stands near the riverbank, and small flower beds line the base of the veranda.
• The Mountains: In the center background, a majestic, snow-capped mountain peak rises sharply against a soft blue sky with thin, wispy clouds.
The overall atmosphere is serene and historic, likely captured in a location like Merano, Italy, during early spring.

A vertical, wide-angle shot of a picturesque riverside promenade in Meran. Foreground and Architecture On the right, a classic cream-colored building features a long, elegant green wrought-iron veranda with arched detailing. The ground is paved with a neat, fan-patterned cobblestone walkway that curves gently into the distance. Natural Landscape • The River: To the left, a shallow, rocky river flows alongside the path, separated by a green metal railing. • Vegetation: A tree with dark reddish-purple blossoms stands near the riverbank, and small flower beds line the base of the veranda. • The Mountains: In the center background, a majestic, snow-capped mountain peak rises sharply against a soft blue sky with thin, wispy clouds. The overall atmosphere is serene and historic, likely captured in a location like Merano, Italy, during early spring.

A low-angle, eye-level photograph captures a paved pedestrian promenade in an Alpine town. A long row of mature, thick-trunked trees with rough, textured bark and sparse, budding new growth lines the right side of the path, creating a natural canopy.
To the right, a yellow-walled building with multiple windows and balconies is partially visible behind the tree trunks and a well-kept garden hedge. On the left side of the path, a green metal railing separates the walkway from a river, with more slender trees and a wooded hillside in the background. The sky is partly cloudy blue, indicating a bright spring day.

A low-angle, eye-level photograph captures a paved pedestrian promenade in an Alpine town. A long row of mature, thick-trunked trees with rough, textured bark and sparse, budding new growth lines the right side of the path, creating a natural canopy. To the right, a yellow-walled building with multiple windows and balconies is partially visible behind the tree trunks and a well-kept garden hedge. On the left side of the path, a green metal railing separates the walkway from a river, with more slender trees and a wooded hillside in the background. The sky is partly cloudy blue, indicating a bright spring day.

Sunday morning long distance run. 🏃 from Passeier Vally to Meran and back. 30km in 2h 42 min, elevation gain 310m. #marathontraining #southtyrol #meran #smartphonephotography

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A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot depicts a wide, light-colored gravel path leading into a valley under a clear blue sky. On the left, a vibrant green field borders an orchard with rows of young trees under black netting. In the background, a steep, sunlit mountain rises, its slopes covered in dense evergreen and deciduous forests, with snow dusting its highest peaks. On the right, a tall, slender tree with sparse branches and ivy climbing its trunk stands beside the path, next to a small wooden fence and a glimpses of a flowing river. The warm, low-angled sunlight casts soft shadows across the landscape, creating a peaceful, morning atmosphere.

A vertical, eye-level outdoor shot depicts a wide, light-colored gravel path leading into a valley under a clear blue sky. On the left, a vibrant green field borders an orchard with rows of young trees under black netting. In the background, a steep, sunlit mountain rises, its slopes covered in dense evergreen and deciduous forests, with snow dusting its highest peaks. On the right, a tall, slender tree with sparse branches and ivy climbing its trunk stands beside the path, next to a small wooden fence and a glimpses of a flowing river. The warm, low-angled sunlight casts soft shadows across the landscape, creating a peaceful, morning atmosphere.

A short and easy morning run 🏃 in Passeier Valley/ South Tyrol. 8km in 43min
#morningrun #running #marathontraining #morningsun

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A peaceful view of a curved walking path in a mountain valley, featuring vibrant green grass, a hillside village, and snowy Alpine peaks in the background.

A peaceful view of a curved walking path in a mountain valley, featuring vibrant green grass, a hillside village, and snowy Alpine peaks in the background.

A tempo run in the Passeier Valley? No chance! My marathon training plan had a tempo run scheduled for today. Uphill and in an icy, gusty wind – that’s impossible. So I just ran without worrying about the time or my pace. 16km/ elevation gain 200m/ 1h 17min #morningrun #running #marathontraining

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A nighttime visitor in our garden. #badger

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