Wooden structure of the Chapel Bridge in the foreground with Mount Pilatus in the background in Lucerne
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Chapel Bridge and Mount Pilatus in evening light

March 17, 2026

Image description

A view along the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne towards the snow-covered Pilatus massif under evening light.
Date taken
March 17, 2026
Resolution
5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
Shutter speed
1/160 s
Aperture
f/22
ISO
500
Focal length
45 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

For this shot, the chosen aperture of f/22 provides a deep depth of field, while the shutter speed of 1/160 s at ISO 500 allows for proper exposure in the evening light.

  • Use the architecture of the Chapel Bridge as a natural frame to guide the viewer's eye towards Mount Pilatus.
  • Choose a small aperture if you want to keep both the foreground wood and the distant massif in sharp focus.
  • Pay attention to the evening light, which accentuates the texture of the wood and the snow-covered peaks due to the low angle of the sun.

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