The Reflections of Trees and Medieval Tower on the Ill River on an Autumn Day in Strasbourg

The photograph captures a moment of poetry along the banks of the Ill River in Strasbourg, near the Ponts Couverts. The tall bare poplars are reflected in the calm waters of the river together with the silhouette of one of the medieval towers, creating an evocative symmetry effect. The sunlight at sunset, filtered through the branches, creates an almost dreamlike atmosphere. The Ill, a tributary of the Rhine, crosses the historic center of Strasbourg dividing into several branches that form the Grande Ile, the island on which the ancient core of the city stands. This watercourse has shaped the history and urban planning of Strasbourg since its origins.

Ill River, Strasbourg, reflections, autumn, poplars, medieval tower, sunset