Venice

Photo 1: View of the historic centre of Venice with its numerous canals, churches and squares. The city spans 118 islands connected by more than 400 bridges. (2025/03)

Photo 2: A typical narrow alley and canal in Venice lined with historic buildings. A bell tower of one of the local churches is visible in the background. (2025/03)

Photo 3: Gondolas ready for a ride on the Grand Canal, the main waterway of Venice. Gondoliers are a traditional part of the local culture. (2025/03)

Photo 4: The Rialto Bridge is the oldest and most famous bridge across the Grand Canal, built in the 16th century as a stone arch bridge. (2025/03)

Photo 5: A gondolier steers a traditional gondola through a narrow canal between Venetian houses. A gondola ride is a classic Venice attraction. (2025/03)

Photo 6: The island of San Giorgio Maggiore with its church and bell tower is a landmark of the lagoon opposite St Mark's Square. (2025/03)

Photo 7: Sunset over Venice seen from the Campanile at St Mark's Square. The city is bathed in the golden glow of the evening. (2025/03)

Photo 8: Panorama of Venice with a view of the surrounding lagoons and snow-capped Alpine peaks in the background. (2025/03)

Photo 9: The Campanile tower at St Mark's Square at night, illuminated during the carnival season. It is one of the tallest structures in Venice. (2025/03)

Photo 10: Interior of the legendary Caffe Florian during the Venice Carnival, with visitors in historical costumes. The cafe was founded in 1720. (2025/03)

Photo 11: Carnival participants showcase their period costumes at Piazza San Marco during the evening programme. (2025/03)

Photo 12: Night view of the Chiesa di San Simeon Piccolo and the Grand Canal in Venice, illuminated by spotlights. (2025/03)

Photo 13: Detail of the lions and the facade of St Mark's Basilica with the famous Campanile di San Marco in the background in the morning light. (2025/03)

Photo 14: The empty Piazza San Marco in the early morning before the daily bustle of Venice, captured in a peaceful atmosphere. (2025/03)

Photo 15: The morning sun illuminates the Campanile di San Marco in Venice, the tallest structure in the city and a symbol of its history. (2025/03)

Photo 16: Gondolas moored on the lagoon before sunrise with a view of the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice. (2025/03)

Photo 17: Sunrise over the Piazzetta San Marco in Venice with a view of the columns of St Mark and St Theodore. (2025/03)

Photo 18: Morning in Venice with a view of Santa Maria della Salute and gondolas ready for rides on the Grand Canal. (2025/03)

Photo 19: A carnival figure in mask and costume poses in the morning light at the gondola dock on the Venice waterfront. (2025/03)

Photo 20: Close-up of a carnival figure with a mask and parasol on the pier, overlooking Punta della Dogana and Santa Maria della Salute. (2025/03)

Photo 21: Piazzetta dei Leoncini near St Mark's Basilica offers a view of the Venetian Lion and Santa Maria della Salute in the background. The place feels magical in the morning light. (2025/03)

Photo 22: The morning sun over Venice creates a striking silhouette of a seagull perched on a pole in the harbour. (2025/03)

Photo 23: St Mark's Basilica in Venice is a prime example of Byzantine architecture in Europe. Its interior mosaics cover more than 8,000 m². (2025/03)

Photo 24: The Grand Canal (Canal Grande) is the main waterway of Venice. It winds through the city centre in an "S" shape and is lined with historic palaces. (2025/03)

Photo 25: The Rialto Bridge, the oldest bridge across the Canal Grande, is an architectural gem. It was built in 1591 and served as the main marketplace of Venice. (2025/03)

Photo 26: San Giacomo di Rialto is considered the oldest church in Venice, dating back to the 5th century. Its clock above the entrance is famous. (2025/03)

Photo 27: The church of Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari is one of the most important Gothic buildings in Venice. Inside lies the tomb of composer Monteverdi. (2025/03)