Late autumn is a busy time in the mountains — and a time of change. The grazing cattle must be driven back to the valley. But if there is a violent and unexpected onset of winter, it can be life-threatening for humans and animals alike...

The Almabtrieb is complete – and now it’s time to celebrate! The alpine season comes to an end, and with it this series about the natural paradise of South Tyrol, which bids us farewell with a breathtaking sunset.

The Charchulla twins tell us about their plans for their seventieth birthday: A party in Panama with the Beach Boys of Basti Ventos.
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In 2008, the project “Two paths, one destination” was inaugurated at Wallnau, a water bird sanctuary on the island of Fehmarn.
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Once again, the national championships of beach soccer took place on the German island of Fehmarn. The team “Primus Inter Pares” were the surprise winners. Video provided by

The harbor festival days of Heiligenhafen attract many people every year. They get to see, eat and listen to a lot.
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In the bay of Orth on Fehmarn newcomer Alexander Lehmann became new German speed surfing champion.
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Visit Germany and have a great vacation! Fehmarn, a German island in the Baltic sea, is increasingly popular for its cultural as well as its natural wealth. A report by

Greenpeace activists call attention to a new construction project of a Finnish nuclear power plant in Olkiluoto and demand that this be stopped and that the governments invest in alternative energies instead.

For a relaxed holiday with surfing classes and music by the campfire, pay a visit to the Charchulla twins on the island of Fehmarn.

A report from the Fehmarn Surf Festival, including an interview with 35-time world champion Björn Dunkerbeck. Video from the .

The Alps are a vast mountain range spanning central Europe, from Slovenia to France. In the first part of this series, we meet photographer Matevž Lenarčič, who captures this region from the air.

We continue our journey with pilot and photographer Matevž Lenarčič and see impressive landscapes such as Lake Bled in Slovenia and the Nock Mountains in Carinthia, Austria.

Nicole and her family run a traditional farm and create unique ice cream flavors using their own milk. We also get to discover the protected area surrounding Nockberge National Park.

Hans-Jörg Aschbacher runs the Karlbad, a traditional farmer’s bath in the Nockberge. The family lives entirely without electricity, offering guests a way to escape the stress of daily life and focus on wellness.