Germany, Bavaria, Maria Gern village near Berchtesgaden surrounded by typical Alpine scenery.

Germany, Bavaria, Maria Gern village near Berchtesgaden, Pilgrimage Church of Maria Gern., rear view with the Watzmann Mountain in the background.

Germany, Bavaria, Maria Gern village near Berchtesgaden, Pilgrimage Church of Maria Gern., rear view with the Watzmann Mountain in the background.

Italy, Trentino Alto Adige, Ortisei, wood carved troll outside craft shop.

Italy, Lombardy, Milan, taking in the view, Duomo rooftop with Alps in the distance.

Italy, Valle d'Aosta, Bard, view of Bard Castle on outcrop.

Italy, Valle d'Aosta, Bard, view of Bard Castle on outcrop.

Italy, Valle d'Aosta, Saint Pierre, view of Saint Pierre Castle on outcrop.

Italy, Valle d'Aosta, Saint Pierre, view of Saint Pierre Castle on outcrop.

Italy, Valle d'Aosta, Saint Pierre, Sarriod de la Tour Castle surrounded by vines.

Italy, Valle d'Aosta, Saint Pierre, Sarriod de la Tour Castle surrounded by vines.

Italy, Valle d'Aosta, cycle gradient sign with cyclist passing, Col du Mont Cenis.