Ziemes Valley Bridge

This image was taken with a drone, looking onto the Ziemes Valley Bridge (also known as Ziemestalbrücke). To get here, you'll need a car. I recommend parking at the trail of Ottergrund (50.582980, 11.613648). From the trailhead, it'll be about a 22-minute walk to the bridge, which is where I launched my drone. Reference the GPS coordinates to see exactly where I stood and then fly your drone up and southwest for this perspective.

I shot the Ziemes Valley Bridge in November when some of the trees had already turned yellow. To achieve similar conditions, I suggest visiting in October or November.

I think it's best to photograph here when it's foggy or when there are low clouds. As long as it isn't too sunny, the sunlight will be the same — just make sure to check the weather report so you can capture some fog.

Before flying a drone, check and follow local drone regulations.

I really wanted to emphasize the size of the bridge, so I had a model walk across the tracks. It helped to create a sense of scale and the subject was also an unexpected pop of color in their red jacket.

This bridge is photogenic no matter the angle. Get creative and fly around to take a bunch of photos from varying perspectives.

Check out the nearby Wysburg museum (www.wysburg.de), which houses medieval artifacts.