The picture shows a train making its way through the picturesque landscape of Chaudfontaine, a town in the province of Liège in Belgium. The train glides through a lush, green valley. Surrounded by dense forest and gentle hills, the track follows the natural contours of the terrain, with a river flowing quietly beside the tracks and a small bridge over the water in the background.
The sky is partly cloudy with dramatic billowing clouds filtering the sunlight and creating a dynamic play of light and shadow across the landscape. The vast sky in shades of blue and grey enhances the sense of openness and tranquillity.
The train itself is modern and its presence contrasts nicely with the natural surroundings: a feat of human engineering that seems to blend harmoniously with the tranquillity of the Ardennes landscape.
This scene captures the essence of Chaudfontaine as a place where nature, tranquillity and mobility come together - a typical Belgian panorama with a touch of poetry.
Geert Van Baelen has been working as a press photographer in Belgium for over 20 years. Besides current affairs, he also finds inspiration for his images in everyday life, landscapes and people... Read more…
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